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Atlas Strength / Teens

Teens · Carle Place, NY

Learn to lift. Build confidence.

Coached strength training for teens. They learn to lift the right way, see themselves get stronger every week, and walk out more confident than they walked in.

Smiling teen holding a barbell overhead at Atlas Strength
Technique firstEvery rep coached
Private gymNo crowds, no pressure
BS KinesiologySUNY Cortland · NSCA-CPT
5.0 ★27 Google reviews

For parents

What your teen gets

Most teens walk into a weight room with no idea what they're doing. Here they learn it right from day one, and the confidence that comes with it.

Patrick Rice teaching squat technique with a dowel
Technique firstMovements taught with a dowel or light bar before any real weight
Teen setting up for a deadlift at Atlas Strength
Learn it rightEvery lift coached step by step
Teen flipping a tire on the outdoor turf
Build real strengthTire flips on the turf
Teen rolling a big tire on the turf
Have fun with itTraining that doesn't feel like gym class
Teen girl doing a barbell front rack lunge at Atlas Strength
Confidence under the barReal lifts, coached safely
Teen girl locking out a trap bar deadlift at Atlas Strength
Stronger every weekProgress she can see

How it works

How it
works

No contracts, no sales pitch, no pressure. Month to month.

  1. Reach out

    Fill out the short form below, or call or text (516) 524-3420.

  2. First session

    We talk about goals and any injuries, and look at how they move. No pressure.

  3. Learn the basics

    Technique first, with light weights that fit them.

  4. Get stronger

    Weight goes up only when form is solid, and they can see the progress.

Patrick Rice, strength coach for teens in Carle Place

Your coach

Patrick Rice

I coach every session myself. With teens, my focus is simple: teach good technique and good habits, and let them see what they're capable of.

A lot of teens come in quiet and unsure of themselves. Getting stronger changes that.

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Client results

In their words

5.0 ★★★★★ 27 Google reviews

What clients say about training at Atlas Strength.

★★★★★Built strength and confidence
“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.”
Katherine M. · Google review
★★★★★Never overwhelmed
“He knows exactly how to push me without ever making me feel overwhelmed, and every session feels purposeful and personalized.”
Shanna F. · Google review
★★★★★Lost 60+ lbs
“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.”
Justina B. · Google review

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Questions

FAQ

Anything else? Call or text (516) 524-3420.

Is lifting safe for teenagers?

Yes, when it's properly coached. Supervised strength training is widely recognized as safe and beneficial for teens. Technique always comes before heavy weight.

Will lifting stunt growth?

No. That's a long-standing myth. Properly coached strength training doesn't stunt growth.

My teen has never lifted. Is that OK?

Absolutely. Most teens start with no experience. Every movement is taught step by step.

My teen is shy or nervous about the gym. Will they be comfortable?

Yes. It's a private gym with no crowds, and sessions are 1-on-1 or with a friend. Most nervous teens relax within the first session.

What age can my child start?

It depends on maturity and their ability to follow coaching. Call or text (516) 524-3420 and we can talk about your child.

Can they train with a friend?

Yes. Teens can train 1-on-1 or with a friend.

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
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Hours
By appointment. Your sessions are scheduled around your week.
Prefer to talk? Call or text
(516) 524-3420
Email
atlas9strength@gmail.com
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