Meet The Team
The coaches who'll push you past what you thought possible
Est. 2019
Look, I'm not gonna feed you some corporate line about "transformation journeys" or whatever. We started this place because commercial gyms weren't cutting it. Too much posing, not enough actual work.
Zephyr Lith Stronghold came together in 2019 when a few of us coaches got tired of watching people waste time on machines that don't translate to real life. We wanted something raw, something that'd push athletes and everyday folks alike to discover what they're actually capable of.
We're about functional strength - the kind that helps you move better, perform better, and feel stronger in your day-to-day. Whether you're prepping for competition or just want to haul groceries without your back giving out, we've got your blueprint.
"Strength isn't just what you lift. It's what you carry through life."
- Marcus Chen, Head Coach & Founder
From basement barbell club to Vancouver's toughest training ground
Started in a 1,200 sq ft warehouse with 8 members and a dream. Just barbells, kettlebells, and people ready to work.
When gyms shut down, we took training outdoors. Built a whole outdoor rig and kept our crew moving through the toughest year.
Moved to Granville Street. Tripled our space, added Olympic platforms, and brought in three more coaches. Membership hit 150.
Hosted our first Stronghold Challenge. 80 athletes, 3 divisions. Became an annual tradition and one of BC's toughest competitions.
Over 300 members strong. Added nutrition coaching, performance testing lab, and recovery suite. Still the same hard-nosed approach.
The coaches who'll push you past what you thought possible
