You've Outgrown Cookie-Cutter Programs.
You're training hard - but your progress has stalled.
Without a plan written for your body, schedule, and goals, you're just guessing…
We fix that.
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Over 40,000kg added to our lifters' totals… and counting.
Here's How We Keep Lifters Progressing
You're not stuck because you're lazy. You're stuck because your training lacks direction. Consistent progress needs more than hard work - it needs structure.
We'll build that structure for you.
Custom Programming
No cookie-cutter plans.
We build your powerlifting program from scratch - based on your build, schedule, and goals.
Custom Programming
No cookie-cutter plans.
We build your powerlifting program from scratch - based on your build, schedule, and goals.
Weekly Adaptations
No more plateaus.
Your plan updates weekly based on how you're performing - so you keep getting stronger..
Weekly Adaptations
No more plateaus.
Your plan updates weekly based on how you're performing - so you keep getting stronger..
Ongoing Coaching
No guesswork.
You'll get regular feedback and critiques with clear guidance to keep you locked in.
Ongoing Coaching
No guesswork.
You'll get regular feedback and critiques with clear guidance to keep you locked in.
Ongoing Coaching
No guesswork.
You'll get regular feedback and critiques with clear guidance to keep you locked in.
What's Actually Included in Coaching?
Here's how we ensure you have the support you need.
1-1 Powerlifting Coaching
Full personalisation, weekly 1-1 reviews, and close support from your coach.
What's Included:
Weekly personalised powerlifting program
Weekly personalised powerlifting program
Weekly personalised powerlifting program
Built from scratch and updated based on your progress
Technique review & feedback
Technique review & feedback
Technique review & feedback
Detailed analysis to refine your technique and address your weak points
Daily check-in reviews
Daily check-in reviews
Daily check-in reviews
We review your technique and performance every session to keep getting stronger
Monthly 1-1 strategy calls
Monthly 1-1 strategy calls
Monthly 1-1 strategy calls
Review your last training block, set short-term goals, and plan the next one
Private Discord community
Private Discord community
Private Discord community
Stay connected to your coach and team throughout the week
Competition prep & strategy
Competition prep & strategy
Competition prep & strategy
Peaking, tapering, attempt selection, and meet-day planning
Nutritional guidance
Nutritional guidance
Nutritional guidance
Nutritional guidance to support strength, recovery, and body composition
Injury rehab support
Injury rehab support
Injury rehab support
Training modifications and support when dealing with pain or injuries
Still Unsure?
See how our lifters are progressing…
and why they stay.
Finn Miller
+270kg added to total
"Before coaching with Ibrahim, my training lacked structure and consistency. Since working together we've dialled in technique, built consistent eating habits, moved up two weight classes, and focused on competing more regularly leading to a total increase of over 200kg. The support and programming have been next level."
Farzana Ahmed
-15kg Bodyweight | Full Recovery From Knee Injury
"When I joined Barbell Coalition in Oct 2024 I was struggling to squat 30kg to depth due to my knee injury and severe loss of confidence under a barbell. Fast forward to June 2025, I'm able to rep out 100kg easily on squats, I'm back on the platform having gone 9 for 9 at the Ramadan Rumble competition, I've had multiple bench PBs and I've also lost over 15kg of body fat having had a great time with body composition and building sustainable habits and mindset."
Mason Hawkins
+70kg in 12 months | Full Recovery From Chronic Injury
"When I started with Ibrahim, my main goal was getting back into competitive sport following reconstructive surgery of my ACL, MCL, and meniscus. I was back to squatting pain-free after 2-3 months, then a year later competing in my debut competition. In this time, I took my squat from 180kg (not to depth) to 210kg, bench from 140kg to 150kg, and deadlift from 230kg to 260kg. I can’t recommend BC enough for their training expertise and genuine support / care for their athletes."
Eric Kimani
+70kg in 6 months
"Since starting with Ibrahim I’ve put 70kg on my competition total in the past 6 months. At the same time I have massively improved my technique in all three lifts and managed to get through some tough injuries. 10/10."
Aaliyah Unia
Reached a 180kg Deadlift
“Choosing Mahin was the best decision I could have made for my powerlifting journey. He took the time to understand who I was as a person before who l was as an athlete and used this to tailor his coaching for my success. The knowledge he possesses is one great asset but the passion, dedication, and pure love he has for the sport is something far and few to find. His energy is infectious.”
Finn Miller
+270kg added to total
"Before coaching with Ibrahim, my training lacked structure and consistency. Since working together we've dialled in technique, built consistent eating habits, moved up two weight classes, and focused on competing more regularly leading to a total increase of over 200kg. The support and programming have been next level."
Farzana Ahmed
-15kg Bodyweight | Full Recovery From Knee Injury
"When I joined Barbell Coalition in Oct 2024 I was struggling to squat 30kg to depth due to my knee injury and severe loss of confidence under a barbell. Fast forward to June 2025, I'm able to rep out 100kg easily on squats, I'm back on the platform having gone 9 for 9 at the Ramadan Rumble competition, I've had multiple bench PBs and I've also lost over 15kg of body fat having had a great time with body composition and building sustainable habits and mindset."
Mason Hawkins
+70kg in 12 months | Full Recovery From Chronic Injury
"When I started with Ibrahim, my main goal was getting back into competitive sport following reconstructive surgery of my ACL, MCL, and meniscus. I was back to squatting pain-free after 2-3 months, then a year later competing in my debut competition. In this time, I took my squat from 180kg (not to depth) to 210kg, bench from 140kg to 150kg, and deadlift from 230kg to 260kg. I can’t recommend BC enough for their training expertise and genuine support / care for their athletes."
Eric Kimani
+70kg in 6 months
"Since starting with Ibrahim I’ve put 70kg on my competition total in the past 6 months. At the same time I have massively improved my technique in all three lifts and managed to get through some tough injuries. 10/10."
Aaliyah Unia
Reached a 180kg Deadlift
“Choosing Mahin was the best decision I could have made for my powerlifting journey. He took the time to understand who I was as a person before who l was as an athlete and used this to tailor his coaching for my success. The knowledge he possesses is one great asset but the passion, dedication, and pure love he has for the sport is something far and few to find. His energy is infectious.”
Finn Miller
+270kg added to total
"Before coaching with Ibrahim, my training lacked structure and consistency. Since working together we've dialled in technique, built consistent eating habits, moved up two weight classes, and focused on competing more regularly leading to a total increase of over 200kg. The support and programming have been next level."
Farzana Ahmed
-15kg Bodyweight | Full Recovery From Knee Injury
"When I joined Barbell Coalition in Oct 2024 I was struggling to squat 30kg to depth due to my knee injury and severe loss of confidence under a barbell. Fast forward to June 2025, I'm able to rep out 100kg easily on squats, I'm back on the platform having gone 9 for 9 at the Ramadan Rumble competition, I've had multiple bench PBs and I've also lost over 15kg of body fat having had a great time with body composition and building sustainable habits and mindset."
Mason Hawkins
+70kg in 12 months | Full Recovery From Chronic Injury
"When I started with Ibrahim, my main goal was getting back into competitive sport following reconstructive surgery of my ACL, MCL, and meniscus. I was back to squatting pain-free after 2-3 months, then a year later competing in my debut competition. In this time, I took my squat from 180kg (not to depth) to 210kg, bench from 140kg to 150kg, and deadlift from 230kg to 260kg. I can’t recommend BC enough for their training expertise and genuine support / care for their athletes."
Eric Kimani
+70kg in 6 months
"Since starting with Ibrahim I’ve put 70kg on my competition total in the past 6 months. At the same time I have massively improved my technique in all three lifts and managed to get through some tough injuries. 10/10."
Aaliyah Unia
Reached a 180kg Deadlift
“Choosing Mahin was the best decision I could have made for my powerlifting journey. He took the time to understand who I was as a person before who l was as an athlete and used this to tailor his coaching for my success. The knowledge he possesses is one great asset but the passion, dedication, and pure love he has for the sport is something far and few to find. His energy is infectious.”
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over 1,000 lifters break through their plateaus…
Want the program? Just drop your name and email below - we'll send it straight over.
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Meet Your Coaches
We’ve been in the gym for over two decades, studying what actually makes lifters stronger.
We’ve made the mistakes, hit the plateaus, and wasted time on programs that sounded good,
but didn’t increase our lifts.
Barbell Coalition was built to fix that.
Since then, we’ve coached over 300 lifters and added more than 40,000kg to their totals
with personalised programming, a clear plan, and a system that actually works.
Ibrahim Dridi
With over 7 years of coaching and 10 years in strength training, Ibrahim has helped 100+ lifters break through plateaus - including 5 international medallists and multiple national champions, all of whom started as beginners under his guidance.
His strength lies in building plans that revolve around your life, so progress never stalls - no matter what’s going on outside the gym. He blends biomechanics, lifestyle, and mindset into a system that consistently delivers PRs.
Known for his direct, no-fluff style, Ibrahim gives lifters the structure, feedback, and mentoring to train like elite athletes regardless of their starting point.
Ibrahim Dridi
With over 7 years of coaching and 10 years in strength training, Ibrahim has helped 100+ lifters break through plateaus - including 5 international medallists and multiple national champions, all of whom started as beginners under his guidance.
His strength lies in building plans that revolve around your life, so progress never stalls - no matter what’s going on outside the gym. He blends biomechanics, lifestyle, and mindset into a system that consistently delivers PRs.
Known for his direct, no-fluff style, Ibrahim gives lifters the structure, feedback, and mentoring to train like elite athletes regardless of their starting point.
Mahin Zafar
With 10 years of training, 3 years of coaching, and experience as a Team GB coach, Mahin brings energy, experience, and empathy to every lifter he works with. He’s coached athletes to international medals through a collaborative approach; working with his lifters to build programs they understand, trust, and can execute with intent.
Mahin’s focus on communication and athlete education means lifters know exactly what they’re doing and why. Whether you’re chasing your first 200kg deadlift or refining competition strategy, he’ll meet you where you are - and coach you to your next total.
Mahin Zafar
With 10 years of training, 3 years of coaching, and experience as a Team GB coach, Mahin brings energy, experience, and empathy to every lifter he works with. He’s coached athletes to international medals through a collaborative approach; working with his lifters to build programs they understand, trust, and can execute with intent.
Mahin’s focus on communication and athlete education means lifters know exactly what they’re doing and why. Whether you’re chasing your first 200kg deadlift or refining competition strategy, he’ll meet you where you are - and coach you to your next total.
Mahin Zafar
With 10 years of training, 3 years of coaching, and experience as a Team GB coach, Mahin brings energy, experience, and empathy to every lifter he works with. He’s coached athletes to international medals through a collaborative approach; working with his lifters to build programs they understand, trust, and can execute with intent.
Mahin’s focus on communication and athlete education means lifters know exactly what they’re doing and why. Whether you’re chasing your first 200kg deadlift or refining competition strategy, he’ll meet you where you are - and coach you to your next total.
Still Got Questions?
You’re not alone; here’s what lifters usually ask before joining.
Why should I choose Barbell Coalition over other coaching options?
Will the program fit around my schedule?
What if I don’t get along with the coach?
What if I plateau again?
What if I’ve never competed before?
Why should I choose Barbell Coalition over other coaching options?
Will the program fit around my schedule?
What if I don’t get along with the coach?
What if I plateau again?
What if I’ve never competed before?