Tommy is the founder and an owner of the bar athletic club. He has been coaching & personal training since 2006, for over 10 years. Most people recognize his skill in coaching athletes for powerlifting, but his knowledge goes much further. Tommy has coached various athletes from golfers to football players and has helped older populations with preventative and post-surgery rehab. Most of his clients are just looking to be fit and healthy. His passion is to help people achieve the results they seek.
When attending Texas A&M University, Tommy found passion and enjoyment after joining the power-lifting team. He later transferred to Angelo State University and continued powerlifting. He earned his bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology and Exercise Science at ASU in 2010 as well as his master’s degree in coaching sport, recreation, & fitness in 2013. While he was a student, Tommy founded the ASU Ram Powerlifting Team, which still thrives today. He also started a new team for people that are members or clients of the bar, the Barbarian powerlifting team.
The Barbarian Powerlifting team
About team/team history: Barbarian powerliftingAccomplishments: Established 2015. Certified USAPL Senior National Coach. USA Powerlifting and/or USPA
How to Get Involved/ Join Team:
To get involved, lifters must have a current USAPL or/and USPA membership to compete in the specific respected federation of choosing.
Lifters must also have the minimum required equipment to compete.
A lifting singlet and a pair of long knee high deadlift socks are the only essentials.
It is recommended to have a lifting belt, knee sleeves, and wrist wraps but not required.
Meet registration fees are also your own responsibility as well.
We travel mostly within Texas but for those willing and qualified we also compete at National events as well as the World Championships.
Trainers
Tommy Janusz
I have been coaching & personal training since 2006. I earned my Bachelor’s of Science in Exercise Science from ASU as well as a Masters of Education in Coaching also from ASU. I started powerlifting in middle school and was a member of the Texas A&M powerlifting team before I transferred to ASU and founded the Ram Powerlifting club. I am a certified USA Powerlifting Senior National Coach and a certified USA Weightlifting Level 1 Coach. Most people recognize my skill in coaching athletes for powerlifting, but my knowledge goes much further than that.
I have coached various athletes from golfers to football players and have helped older populations with preventative and post surgery rehab. Most of my clients are just looking to be fit and healthy. My passion is with helping people get the results they seek. I also offer remote coaching to clients through the use of a cell phone application that allows custom programming to be given to clients of all goals and skill levels to utilize in any location any gym they want.
Follow me on Instagram @tommyjanusz
Bailey Mckenzie
I am a graduate of Tarleton State University studying with a degree is Exercise Science with an emphasis on tactical fitness and military strength and conditioning. I got my start right here are The Bar as a client, so I am not only a coach I am a client too! I came to The Bar for coaching to get an advantage in high school football as an overweight young man. I weighed over 270 pounds at 15 years old, after some time I decided I wanted to lose weight, so with some help I was able to get to a healthy bodyweight of 180 pounds, and since then I have been working on gaining muscle to be bigger, faster, and stronger. I have gained knowledge not only in my experience working with a trainer but also working with Angelo State Athletics assisting with their strength & conditioning program. I have also been working at Goodfellow AFB assisting with the DOD Fire Academy Strength and conditioning program, which I am currently still involved with. Additionally, I am the director of our youth programs here at The Bar leading a group of young people in powerlifting as well as strength & conditioning.
Follow me on Instagram @baylor0855
Nicole Goss
I’m a seasoned fitness professional with 15+ years of experience in health and fitness. I’m a military spouse and mother of 2, and I began my journey in 2008 as a Physical Therapist Assistant. My expertise spans sports medicine, ortho, rehab, acute care, and pelvic floor physical therapy. Currently contracted at The Bar Athletic Club & Supplements. I’ve been helping clients exceed their health and fitness goals since 2012. Formerly CrossFit Level 1 certified, I owned and led WarBird CrossFit at Minot AFB and hold various qualifications offering versatile training services for individuals and groups. Some of my qualifications include: USAW Sports Performance Coach, USA Powerlifting Club Coach, ACE Fitness Nutrition Specialist, Crossfit Mobility Trainer, CrossFit Weightlifting Trainer, CrossFit Gymnastics Trainer, Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism Coach, FMS Level 2, POP Up Pro (prolapse specialist.,) and In Core Method Diastasis Recti Specialist I currently offer in person, group, and online remote training services. Contact me for more information about my different training options.
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Sara Bly
I was an athlete growing up, I got involved in the gym in 2011. From years of discipline, I developed a new insight into training that strengthened what knowledge I had gained as a student athlete. For anyone looking to start their journey or reach new levels through personal training. I’d love to help!
Follow me on Instagram @saravictoriaoriginal
Michael Vargas
After serving in the United States Army I recently graduated Angelo State University with a Bachelors in Exercise Science. I’m currently attending ASU pursing a Masters in Mental Health and Wellness Counseling.
I have been powerlifting for close to 10 years now as well as having involvement as a Strength & Conditioning coach for the last 7 years.
I have lead multiple group training sessions including youth powerlifting, strength fitness, and introduction to strongman sessions.
I am currently the coach for many of the ASU Ram Powerlifting lifters here at The Bar Athletic Club. My passion is helping people perform better as well as more consistently by using mental and strength training methods.
Follow me on Instagram @j_vargas181
Cancelations & Rescheduling
We understand that unforeseen circumstances may arise, leading to the need to reschedule or cancel appointments. However, we kindly request your understanding regarding same-day cancellations.
We implement a policy requiring clients to cover the cost of appointments canceled on the day of the scheduled session. This policy aims to ensure fairness to both our clients and our team, as short-notice cancellations can impact our ability to accommodate other clients.
We genuinely value your cooperation and understanding in this matter. Should you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Tommy Janusz
