Coached and supervised
A coach is on the floor every session, checking technique and making sure nobody goes too heavy or gets hurt.
Atlas Strength / After-school weight room
After-school weight room · Teen gym · Carle Place, NY
After school, in the weight room.
A coached teen gym and after-school weight room for high school students on Long Island. Come in after school or in the evening, train with a coach on the floor and get stronger the right way.
CoachedA coach on the floor every session
After schoolWeekdays 3:30–4:30 pm
EveningsMon–Thu 7–9 pm
5.0 ★28 Google reviews
For parents & athletes
This is for your teen if…
Strong kids play better, get hurt less and carry themselves with more confidence. I make sure they train hard the right way, without going too heavy or getting hurt.
- They play a sportFootball, wrestling, lacrosse, baseball, soccer, basketball and more.
- They're in the off-seasonThe best time to get bigger, stronger and faster before next season, college showcases and recruiting.
- They don't play a sportTeens who just want to get stronger, get in shape and feel more confident.
- They've never liftedSquat, hinge, press and pull are taught from scratch, with the right weight for them.
- The school weight room isn't enoughCrowded, and nobody coaching. Here, a coach is watching every main lift.
- You want them somewhere good after schoolA structured, supervised place to train with other kids who want to work.
Hours
When to
come in
Come in during any of these hours. Pick the times that fit around practice and homework. We're minutes from Carle Place, Westbury, Mineola and Garden City high schools, and teens come from all over Nassau County.
- After schoolMonday to Friday, 3:30 to 4:30 pm
- EveningsMonday to Thursday, 7 to 9 pm
- Do your own thingLift, hit the heavy bags or work on the turf, on your own plan.
- Need direction?New to the gym or not sure what to do? Patrick will show you around, teach you the equipment and guide your workout. You can also follow the Atlas program built for your sport and level.
- Coached the whole timePatrick watches every kid's form and makes sure they're training properly, not going too heavy and not getting hurt.
- Parents sign offA parent or guardian signs a waiver before the first visit, and kids check in every time they arrive.
Spots are limited so every kid gets coached. Reach out to save a spot.
Get startedWhy Atlas
Why Atlas fits
high school athletes
Most teens either lift with no coaching or don't lift at all. Here, they get real youth strength and conditioning and learn to train the right way.
Train your way
Do your own thing, bring the plan from your team or coach, or follow the optional Atlas program built for your sport and level.
A real strength gym
Racks, barbells, dumbbells, sleds, turf and strongman equipment. Everything an athlete needs.
Your first month
- First visit
We go over their sport, schedule and any injuries, look at how they move and get them set up with a plan.
- Weeks 1–4
They learn to squat, hinge, press and pull with good technique, and settle into a routine after school.
- Month 2 and beyond
The weights go up, they move better and feel more confident, and it starts to show in their sport.
Inside the weight room
Strong kids,
coached right
The basics, done well, with a coach watching every rep.
The whole gym
More than a
weight room
Every part of the gym is open during weight room hours. Do your own thing, or follow the Atlas program if you need direction.
Downstairs heavy bags
The downstairs room has heavy bags and mats, open to use during weight room hours. Hit the bags for conditioning, work on your hands or finish a session with a few hard rounds.
Outdoor turf
The outside turf area is open to use too. Sprints, sled pushes and pulls, tire flips, carries and agility work, all in the fresh air.
A typical session
What a session
looks like
Every session has a plan, so time in the gym is time well spent.
- Check inHow they feel, any soreness, and what's on the plan today.
- Warm upMovement prep and mobility so they're ready to lift.
- TrainTheir own workout or the Atlas program, with coaching on every main lift.
- FinishAccessory work, conditioning or stretching, then home for dinner and homework.
Two ways to train
Which one is right
for your teen?
Not sure? Call or text (516) 524-3420 and we'll figure it out together.
Private 1-on-1 coaching
Their own coach and their own plan, booked around their schedule. Best for teens who are new to lifting, coming back from an injury or want full attention.
After-school weight room
Coached group hours after school and in the evening. Best for teens who want a regular place to train with other kids, with a coach on the floor.
You're here
How it works
How it
works
No contracts, no sales pitch, no pressure. Month to month.
Reach out
A parent fills out the short form below, or calls or texts (516) 524-3420.
First visit
We go over their sport, schedule and any injuries, and look at how they move.
Pick a plan
Do their own thing, train their team's plan, or follow the optional Atlas program.
Come in
Train after school or in the evening, at the times that fit their week.
Your coach
Patrick Rice
I coach high school athletes at Atlas, from individual kids to football and wrestling teams. Young athletes need good technique first, then steady strength, without getting beat up during the season.
In the weight room I'm on the floor the whole time, checking form, picking weights and making sure every kid trains safely and actually gets better.
Client results
In their words
Real reviews from clients at Atlas Strength.
“He knows exactly how to push me without ever making me feel overwhelmed, and every session feels purposeful and personalized.”
“After having two kids in the last 4 years, I didn't think I would ever get back into heavy lifting… I have not only gotten my strength back after my kids, but it's better than ever, and my body feels good while I do it.”
“I came in dealing with some right shoulder issues, and instead of just having me push through pain or avoid certain movements altogether, he took the time to show me different techniques and modifications… That level of personalized attention and knowledge is hard to find at most gyms.”
Questions
FAQ
Anything else? Call or text (516) 524-3420.
Who is it for?
High school students. Athletes in any sport, in season or off-season, and teens who don't play a sport but want to get stronger and in shape.
Does my teen need any lifting experience?
No. The basic lifts are taught from scratch, and weights are picked for them until their technique is solid.
What if they don't know what to do in a gym?
That's what I'm here for. I'll show them around, teach them how to use the equipment and guide their workouts until they're comfortable. If they want more structure, they can follow the Atlas program.
Do they have to follow your program?
No. They can do their own thing in the gym or train the plan from their team or coach. If they want one, there's an optional Atlas program built for their sport and level.
Is lifting safe for teenagers?
When it's coached and progressed properly, yes. I watch every kid's form, make sure they're working hard without going too heavy, and stop anything that could get them hurt. Technique comes first, and the weight only goes up when they're ready.
What if they're in season?
They can keep training around games and practices with lighter work that keeps them strong without wearing them down.
Can it help my athlete get ready for college recruiting?
Yes. Getting bigger, stronger and faster in the off-season is one of the best things an athlete can do before showcases, combines and recruiting visits. I'll help them train for it.
Do they have to come every day?
No. Come to the hours that fit around practice and homework.
Do parents need to sign anything?
Yes. A parent or guardian signs a waiver before the first visit, and kids check in every time they arrive, so you always know they're here.
What should they bring?
Athletic clothes, sneakers and a water bottle.
How much does it cost?
I'll go over it when we talk, with no pressure and no contracts.
Get started
Get your
athlete started
Tell me a little about you and I'll get back to you within one business day to set it up.
I coach every session myself, so there are only so many training spots each week.
- Location
- 558 Westbury Ave.
Carle Place, NY 11514
1 block from the Carle Place LIRR station
Get directions → - Hours
- By appointment. Your sessions are scheduled around your week.
- Prefer to talk? Call or text
- (516) 524-3420
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