CHALK Gym

Fantastic experience: Walked into Chalk Gym a couple of weeks ago looking for a change in my workout routine and I've been incredibly impressed. Chalk is unlike any gym I've ever seen or heard of and I'm getting a lot out of it. Terry (a former strength coach at OU, LSU) runs the place - he provides individualized programming and coaching on all the moves - and I've already learned some great instruction on squats, deadlifts, bench. Terry is awesome and the culture of this place is welcoming, supportive, encouraging. This place is great.

Positive experience: Ok place

Fantastic experience: My boyfriend and I are visiting from Louisiana and needed a gym to go to. He is training for a weightlifting competition and I haven’t lifted much before. Terry and chalk gym has been amazing! He has taken the time to 1:1 train us and introduce me to weightlifting and give me some awesome circuits/workouts and the community at the gym has been so welcoming. We will be back at chalk gym anytime we are back in town! Thankful to have a place like this and to be able to get some gains while on vacation.

Fantastic experience: My boyfriend and I are visiting from Louisiana and needed a gym to go to. He is training for a weightlifting competition and I haven’t lifted much before. Terry and chalk gym has been amazing! He has taken the time to 1:1 train us and introduce me to weightlifting and give me some awesome circuits/workouts and the community at the gym has been so welcoming. We will be back at chalk gym anytime we are back in town! Thankful to have a place like this and to be able to get some gains while on vacation.

Fantastic experience: CHALK Gym is an incredible atmosphere for individuals looking to improve their physical performance and achieve fitness/sports performance goals. There is one on one coaching from a seasoned strength coach AND lifter, Terry Grisham, for every gym-goer, every session. He shows clear investment in his athletes/gym members; he is there day in and day out Monday-Friday ready to guide you through a workout from "the book". As a current medical student who very much enjoys strength training, it is refreshing to see a strength coach with a solid understanding of physiology/sports science. From his practical experience in sports to his experience in the classroom, Terry at CHALK Gym will put you in a great position to meet your goals. There is also an amazing community at the gym. All of the gym members come from different backgrounds, but they are like-minded in their efforts to get stronger and improve. The support is very real; gym members are often cheering on others when they are performing a tough set or hitting a Personal Record. CHALK Gym is the best strength training environment I have ever been in. If you are in the Birmingham area, I highly recommend training here.

Fantastic experience: This gym is like no other gym in Birmingham. This gym has a very serious atmosphere and the equipment is the best I’ve seen. The coaching is amazing as well it’s very serious and very personalized. Honestly the best coaching I’ve seen and experienced, they actually watch and help correct you. This is a very disciplined place, again very serious, I honestly would recommend this place if you’re looking for a great and genuine lifting place.

Negative experience: Shoddy equipment, and even worse management

Fantastic experience: Absolutely the best gym I've found in the area for Weightlifting, Powerlifting, or sports performance. This is the gym where other local coaches go for coaching. Professional coaching from a professional strength and conditioning coach. Coach Terry has been a strength and conditioning coach for professional teams around the country. World class equipment, literally. The bars and plates are from the 2015 world championships. You won't find many other gyms with Eleiko equipment. If you've never lifted on an Eleiko bar, you're doing yourself a disservice.

Fantastic experience: Chalk Gym....one of the gyms that is so exceptional you refrain from referring to it without the proper respect. Chalk Gym is an exceptional training facility that can take all levels of lifters to the next level. The elite head coach and owner, Terry, desires your success more than his own. He delivers professional level coaching and support at a price that most would consider charity. CHALK GYM=The best in Birmingham. Without Chalk, I would have never been a serious strength athlete. It doesn't matter what background you have....Terry is exceptional at training people with pre-existing physical conditions and people who are athletically gifted. It doesnt matter who you are as long as you bring your best! The gym offers Eleiko training equipment from the 2015 world training hall and Elite FTS powerlifting equipment. Stop by and ask for Terry. You wont be disappointed!

Fantastic experience: Fantastic Gym. If you are looking for a professional coaching and state of the art weightlifting in Birmingham, Chalk is the place to be. Literal weightlifting champions have used the platforms at this gym at one point or another as well.

Fantastic experience: Best spot in Birmingham for weightlifting with full Eleiko set-up. Chalk Gym is set up like an international training hall with only the finest equipment. Terry is a great guy, I dropped in from out of town and he welcomed me in like a regular.

Fantastic experience: The best kept strength and conditioning secret in Birmingham. It's amazing to me there isn't a line out the door with people trying to get into this place. Literal world class equipment with a coach who has worked with Division I and professional athletes. Really, if you're serious about training and want an environment that's going to push you to be your very best, this is your place. I've been lifting for years and within 3 weeks of working with Coach Grisham I'm hitting PR's in every lift. Absolutely couldn't recommend it enough.

Fantastic experience: Best gym experience that you could ever hope for. By far the most knowledgeable coach around with the best equipment in the industry. Programs are tailored for what you are looking for. Very friendly atmosphere makes it feel like home. You won’t find this level of personal training for less!

Fantastic experience: This is no ordinary gym. I feel like I belong to family here. Everyone, regardless of your fitness level, is treated the same. I’m encouraged, and held accountable on a daily basis. The equipment is second to none. You will get stronger and learn a lot, but you will also make life long friends here.

Positive experience: Very professional,