A comfortable place to train
A private gym with no crowds and no one hovering. You get the coach's full attention.
Atlas Strength / Women
Women · Private gym · Carle Place, NY
Strong is the goal
Not "toned." Not "skinny." Strong. 1-on-1 strength training in a private gym, coached by someone who takes your goals seriously.
Private gymNo crowds, nobody watching
Every rep coached1-on-1 with Patrick
BS KinesiologySUNY Cortland · NSCA-CPT
5.0 ★28 Google reviews
Sound familiar?
This is for you if…
Every review on this page is from a woman who trains at Atlas Strength.
- You want to get strongLift real weight and see your numbers go up. Many women surprise themselves.
- Big gyms aren't your sceneA private gym with no crowds, no mirrors full of strangers and no waiting for equipment.
- You want to lose fatStrength training plus nutrition coaching, built around real food and your life.
- You're getting back after kidsRebuild your strength step by step, at a pace that fits your body and your schedule.
- You're in your 40s, 50s or beyondKeep your muscle, bone and independence. It's never too late to start.
- You want to competePowerlifting, strongman or a fitness test. Get your technique dialed in and show up ready.
Why Atlas
Why Atlas fits
women
Real strength training, coached properly, in a gym where you can focus on yourself.
Real strength training
Not just cardio and light dumbbells. You learn to lift with purpose, scaled to exactly where you are.
Your goals, your way
Getting stronger, losing fat, protecting your bones or feeling confident in a gym. The plan is built around what you want.
Your first month
- First visit
We talk through your goals, history and anything that bothers you, then look at how you move.
- Weeks 1–4
You learn the main lifts with weights that fit you. Every session is coached and adjusted.
- Month 2 and beyond
You're lifting more than you expected, and you can see it in your numbers and in how you feel day to day.
Inside the gym
Women who
lift here
Real clients, real training. Squats, deadlifts and carries, coached every rep.
Running now
Women's
strongman group
A small group of women learning Atlas stones, log, yoke and sandbags together, coached by Patrick. No experience needed. A few spots are open.
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.
Learn and build
Squat, hinge, push, pull and carry, coached step by step and loaded as you're ready.
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. I coach every session myself and write every program around the person in front of me.
I coach women the same way I coach anyone: learn to move well, then get as strong as you want to be. No pink dumbbells, no watered-down programs.
Client results
In their words
Real reviews from women who train here.
“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.”
“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 went to Pat because I was looking to compete in strongman after not competing for ~5yrs. He was a tremendous help with getting my technique dialed in and getting competition ready.”
“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.”
“I started training in January 2025 for my fitness test for the U.S. Service Academies in June. Because of his training, I was able to max out my push-ups and build strength in every category.”
“He knows exactly how to push me without ever making me feel overwhelmed, and every session feels purposeful and personalized.”
Questions
FAQ
Anything else? Call or text (516) 524-3420.
Not local? Can I train with you online?
Yes. With online personal training, you get a program written by me in the Atlas Strength app, video form review, weekly check-ins and messaging, wherever you train. Learn about online personal training →
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.
Will lifting heavy make me bulky?
No. Building noticeable muscle takes years of focused training and eating for it. For most women, lifting means looking leaner, firmer and feeling stronger.
I've never lifted. Is this for me?
Yes. Many of my clients started from zero. Every movement is taught step by step and scaled to where you are today.
Can I train after having a baby?
Yes, once your doctor clears you. We rebuild gradually, starting with the basics, and progress as your body is ready.
I want to lose weight. Is strength training better than cardio?
Strength training builds the muscle that shapes your body and helps you keep the weight off. Paired with nutrition coaching, it's one of the most effective ways to change your body composition.
Can women compete in strongman or powerlifting?
Absolutely. I coach women for both, from first meet to experienced competitors getting back on the platform.
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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