1430 locust Street
JOIN the raise the bar community
At Raise the Bar Initiative, our gym was built on the belief that strength extends far beyond the barbell. We’re a nonprofit, community-driven powerlifting space designed to welcome anyone who shares our values of belonging, education, empowerment, and service.
Our facility is simple by design—focused on barbells and free weights, without mirrors or distractions—so members can connect with their training and with each other in an environment that values inclusion over competition. Every membership helps sustain our nonprofit’s mission to make strength training accessible and empowering for all.
Membership Options
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Enjoy full access to the Raise the Bar gym, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week*
Your membership supports our mission and includes invitations to educational seminars and community events hosted throughout the year.
*Access may occasionally be limited during scheduled community programs or special events hosted in the facility. Members will be notified in advance of any temporary closures
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Pay for the year up front! Annual memberships include all the same benefits as monthly members.
*Access may occasionally be limited during scheduled community programs or special events hosted in the facility. Members will be notified in advance of any temporary closures
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We’re offering just 15 Founders Memberships as we open our doors—an opportunity to help shape the community from day one. Founding Members receive their first year at a discounted rate ($45/month average) and the satisfaction of knowing their support helped launch the gym.
*Access may occasionally be limited during scheduled community programs or special events hosted in the facility. Members will be notified in advance of any temporary closures.
Community Expectations
Membership at Raise the Bar comes with a shared responsibility to keep our gym safe, welcoming, and mission-driven. Because the facility is not staffed, members must:
Sign and follow our liability waiver and code of conduct
Adhere to posted guidelines and safety procedures
Understand that security cameras are in use to maintain safety and accountability
Our community thrives when every member lifts each other up - literally and figuratively.
How to Join
Ready to become part of the Raise the Bar community? Start by filling out our membership inquiry form below. Our team will follow up once membership officially opens.
When membership officially opens, this page will be updated with direct sign-up access for all new members.