No experience needed
You learn every movement from the ground up, with weights that fit you. Nothing is assumed.
Atlas Strength / Beginners
Beginners · Private gym · Carle Place, NY
Never lifted? Start here.
Learn to strength train the right way, 1-on-1 in a private gym. No crowds, no ego, nobody watching. Every rep coached from your very first session.
Every rep coached1-on-1 with Patrick, start to finish
Private gymNo crowds, nobody watching
BS KinesiologySUNY Cortland · NSCA-CPT
5.0 ★28 Google reviews
Sound familiar?
This is for you if…
You don't need to be in shape to start. That's what the training is for.
- You've never lifted weightsYou'll learn every movement from the ground up, with weights that fit you.
- Big gyms feel intimidatingPrivate gym, no crowds, no one judging. Just you and your coach.
- You don't know where to startNo guessing, no random YouTube workouts. A plan written for you.
- You want to lose weightStrength training plus nutrition coaching, built around your life.
- You've tried and quit beforeA coach who knows you and visible progress keep you coming back.
- You want to feel confidentKnow what you're doing in any gym, for the rest of your life.
Why Atlas
Why Atlas fits
beginners
You don't need to be in shape to start. Here is why first-timers feel at home at Atlas.
No one watching
A private gym with no crowds and no mirrors full of strangers. You can learn without feeling judged.
A plan, not guesswork
No random YouTube workouts. You walk in, your coach tells you what to do and why.
Your first month
- First visit
We talk about your goals and anything that bothers you, look at how you move and try a few basic movements together.
- Weeks 1–4
You learn the basics: squat, hinge, push, pull and carry, all with light weight and coached on every rep.
- Month 2 and beyond
The weights go up, the movements make sense and you know what you're doing. Confidence comes fast.
Inside the gym
Start light.
Start right.
Teens, adults and seniors all start the same way: light weight and clean technique, then build from there.
How it works
Start where
you are
No contracts, no sales pitch, no pressure. Month to month.
Reach out
Fill out the short form below, or call or text (516) 524-3420.
First session
We talk about your goals and history, then look at how you move. No tests to pass.
Learn the basics
Squat, hinge, push, pull and carry, taught step by step.
Get stronger
Your program progresses week to week, so you can see and feel the change.
Included with your training
Your coach,
in your pocket
Every client can use the Atlas Strength app, built by Patrick. Your program, your progress and a direct line to your coach, all in one place.
- Your full programEvery session, exercise, set and rep, plus work for your off days.
- Know how hard to pushEvery lift is tagged with an intensity, so you never have to guess.
- Track your progressWorkout log, personal records and progress charts.
- Train around painFlag an ache and get safer exercise swaps.
Your coach
Patrick Rice
I keep Atlas Strength small and private on purpose, so beginners never feel lost or judged. I coach every session myself and write every program around the person in front of me.
My focus is teaching people to move well first. Getting that right is what lets you get stronger without getting hurt.
Client results
In their words
Real reviews from people who started from zero.
“When I started, I was 70 pounds overweight (if not more) and very out of shape. Thanks to Patrick's guidance and support, I've lost over 60 pounds and can now lift over 400 pounds – something I never thought possible.”
“He knows exactly how to push me without ever making me feel overwhelmed, and every session feels purposeful and personalized.”
“I was a middle age woman that had to lose weight and needed to get in shape… I lost over 40lbs got in great physical strength and shape… I am now 61yrs old and love going to this gym 3x a week.”
Questions
FAQ
Anything else? Call or text (516) 524-3420.
How much does training cost?
It depends on how often you train and which option you choose. Semi-private training with a friend, the Hybrid Training Program and online coaching all cost less than 1-on-1. I'll go over exact pricing at your meeting, with no pressure and no contracts.
Will other people be in the gym during my session?
Daytime 1-on-1 sessions are private: just you and your coach. Evenings (7 to 9 pm) can have Hybrid Training and open gym members training too.
I'm out of shape. Should I get in shape before I start?
No. Training is how you get in shape. Every exercise is scaled to where you are today, and we build from there.
Will I be pushed too hard?
No. You'll work hard enough to make progress, never so hard you're sore for a week or dreading the next session.
Will lifting make me bulky?
Building noticeable muscle takes years of focused training and eating for it. For most people, strength training means looking leaner and feeling stronger.
What if I don't know how to do any of the exercises?
That's expected. I teach every movement step by step and coach every rep, so you never have to guess.
Do I need any equipment?
No. Just show up in comfortable clothes and sneakers. Everything else is here.
Can you help with nutrition too?
Yes. Nutrition coaching is part of how I work with clients: we build your eating around real food and your schedule, check in regularly and adjust as you go. No crash diets.
Get started
Book your
first session
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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