Mako Athletics
Since its inception in 2020, Mako Barbell has been working to develop athletes and grow the sport of Olympic Weightlifting in the Panhandle. We thrive on being a TEAM FIRST culture with a relentless pursuit of excellence. Whether you’re a competitive lifter or a complete beginner, our team can help you elevate your performance.
• Career Track Coaches who are invested in your success & growth
• Relationship Focused and Communication Oriented
• Dedication to continued education and providing the best current training practices
• Assessment & Onboarding Period for all remote & on-site athletes
• Every program is individually designed around your goals and competition schedule
• Support other members and coaches in the pursuit of their goals
• Hold each other accountable in training
• Build a strong community where people find belonging
• The relentless pursuit of excellence
• Hold high standards for everyone
• Regularly set goals & execute at a high level
• Consistently show up and do the work necessary
• Take personal ownership of your training process
• See commitments through to the end
• Train with intensity, aggression and focus
• Seek challenges and attack goals with confidence
• Actively push to grow physically and mentally
• 3X Masters National Medalist
• 1x AO FINALS Masters Champion
• 2025 UMWF Masters Worlds Bronze Medalist
• 2x Senior American Open Finals Qualifier
• 2020 Florida Senior State Champion – M 81k
• 4 Years NCAA DIV 1 Soccer at Xavier/Wright State University
• 2 Years Professional Soccer with the Cincinnati Kings (USL/PASL)
• 2026 Senior National Qualifier
• 2025 American Open Finals Junior Silver Medalist
• 2025 Junior National Silver Medalist
• 2024 FHSAA Boys State Champion
• Currently pursuing a degree in Exercise Science from the University of West Florida
Mako Barbell Club offers everything you need to smash your weightlifting goals. We’ve created a culture where athletes train with intensity and intent. It’s not just a gym— it’s a community of passionate individuals dedicated to their sport of weightlifting.
At Mako Barbell Club, you’ll be surrounded by a strong team. Our members range from total beginners to national/international level competitors, but we all share the same commitment to hard work, respect, and the pursuit of excellence. We don’t just train hard, we build mentally strong people who constantly push themselves to be better people in every part of their lives.
Our athletes don’t just lift— they work to achieve their goals. Whether you’re looking to increase your strength, improve your technique, or compete in local or national meets, we delivers results. At Mako Barbell Club, our athletes are consistently hitting new PR’s, achieving their goals, and performing at their highest potential.
At Mako Barbell Club, we don’t just coach— we transform lives. Whether you’re a beginner learning the fundamentals or a competitive lifter looking to advance in the sport, our experienced coaches provide individual programs designed to help you reach your goals. Our approach ensures that you get the most out of your training.
Unlock your potential with our Remote Coaching program at Mako Barbell. Experience the benefits of individualized training plans designed specifically to your goals, whether it’s Olympic weightlifting, strength training, or overall fitness improvement.
Intro Call with a Mako Barbell Head Coach to review previous experience, specify goals, and determine the best plan for you.
Athletes onboard and perform a 4-Week Assessment training block. Training Programs are delivered via the Coachlogik app with detailed instructions and demonstrations. Coaches utilize video analysis to break down your movements and provide voiceover feedback weekly.
Post-assessment, your coach builds an Annual Training Plan, helping you achieve your goals and perform at competition.
You and your coach will work collaboratively to create individual goals for each phase of the training process and provide accountability as you progress.
Contact us today to learn more about our Barbell club and try us out!
