How We Got Started
Back in 2018, I was training out of a cramped garage in East Van with a handful of buddies who were serious about getting stronger. We didn't have fancy equipment or Instagram-worthy spaces - just bars, plates, and a shared obsession with lifting heavy.
What started as weekend sessions turned into something bigger. Word spread, more people wanted in, and before we knew it, we'd outgrown three different locations. Turns out there were plenty of folks tired of commercial gyms where the loudest thing is the pop music, not the plates hitting the floor.
So in 2020, we opened Nexorion Stronghold on Granville Street. The name? It's a nod to the idea that strength is your foundation - your stronghold - in everything life throws at you. We built this place for people who actually want to train, not just take selfies.
Our coaches aren't just certified - they've lived it. We've competed at nationals, we've blown out knees and come back stronger, we've hit PRs and bombed out at meets. That real-world experience is what we bring to every session. We're not selling you a dream, we're giving you the roadmap because we've walked the path ourselves.
Our Journey
The Garage Days
Started with 6 lifters, 2 squat racks, and a whole lot of chalk dust. Weekend warrior sessions that turned into something real.
First Competition Team
Took 8 athletes to BC Provincials. Three podium finishes and a whole bunch of PRs. Realized we were onto something here.
Granville Street Opens
Moved into our permanent home - 8,000 sq ft of serious training space. Full Olympic platforms, calibrated plates, the works.
National Qualifiers
Four of our athletes qualified for Canadian Nationals. One snagged silver in the 83kg class. Pretty damn proud moment.
NCCP Certified Facility
Got our National Coaching Certification Program accreditation. All our coaches now hold Level 2 or higher certifications.
Community Grows
Hit 300 active members. Added recovery consulting and nutrition coaching. Started hosting local meets and workshops.
Specialized Programs Launch
Introduced dedicated Olympic lifting track and athletic performance programs. Working with local sports teams now too.
Looking Forward
Still grinding, still growing. Building the strongest community in Vancouver, one rep at a time. Come see what we're about.
