Learn to lift
Discover strength, build confidence, and master lifting — no experience required.
Why join our women-only beginner strength training course?
Looking for a supportive space to start weight training in Islington? Our Learn to Lift course is designed by women, for women—teaching safe, effective strength training with proper technique.
This small-group program is perfect for beginners who want to:
Learn how to lift weights safely and confidently
Build strength, fitness, and lasting gym confidence
Train in a welcoming, women-only environment
Reach goals with expert coaching and a supportive community
No experience needed—just a desire to learn, grow, and feel stronger. Our Learn to Lift course is open to women of all ages, body types, and fitness levels. Let’s lift, ladies!
what do you get in our women learn to lift course?
Join our LEARN TO LIFT course this is REQUIRED before joining our Lifting Ladies sessions if you have no prior gym and strength training experience, or currently pregnant
A 4-week small group course designed to build strength, confidence, and independence in the gym.
What’s Included — Just £196 (RRP £280)
4 small group training sessions (worth £160)
A InBody scan (optional) (worth £30)
An hour injury assessment & assisted stretch (worth £90)
Expert coaching in a private, female-only gym
A warm, welcoming community of strong women
🎉 Intro offer: Use code BEGIN at checkout for 30% off
What’s Involved In our women learn to lift class?
Our women-only weightlifting class is designed to help you feel stronger, more confident, and empowered in the gym. Each session focuses on safe lifting, proper technique, and progressive strength training—tailored to your level, whether you’re a complete beginner or already lifting.
What’s included in every class:
Warm-Up & Mobility – Activate muscles, improve flexibility, and prevent injury.
Technique Coaching – Learn squats, deadlifts, presses, and other key lifts with expert guidance.
Strength Training – Build lean muscle and strength through bodyweight and free-weight exercises, with progressive overload.
Supportive Community – Train with like-minded women in an encouraging, empowering environment.
Discover the right way to lift, gain confidence, and achieve lasting results with Learn to lift
The Benefit of joining our woman workshop
💪 Confidence
Feel comfortable and capable in a private gym with guidance that builds self-assurance from day one.
✔️ Correct Form
Get hands-on coaching to lift safely and effectively, with proper technique from the start.
🏋️♀️ Fundamental Lifts
Learn key movements like the squat, deadlift, and bench press — the backbone of strength training.
Who’s our Learn to Lift session for?
Perfect for beginners or women who love lifting but want training buddies!
This session is ideal if you’re:
New to weightlifting and want expert guidance
Tired of big gyms and looking for a supportive space
Someone who’s tried other workouts but hasn’t seen results
A lifter who wants knowledgeable coaches and a like-minded community
Our coaches focus on safe, effective weightlifting techniques so you can train with confidence, build strength, and enjoy every session.
📅 Weekly Breakdown – What You’ll Learn
week 1 - Deadlift & Upper Body Pull
Posterior Chain Focus
Lower Body (Hinge Bias): Deadlift variations targeting hamstrings, glutes, and lower back.
Upper Body (Pulling): Rows and assisted pull-ups to strengthen back, biceps, and grip.
week 2 - Squat & upper body push
Anterior Chain Focus
Upper Body (Vertical Push): Barbell overhead press with a focus on alignment and shoulder control.
Lower Body (Squat Bias): Goblet and barbell back squats targeting quads, glutes, and inner thighs.
week 3 - Overhead press & squat
Anterior Chain Focus
Lower Body (Squat Bias): Goblet and barbell back squats targeting quads, glutes, and inner thighs.
Upper Body (Pushing): Dumbbell presses and bodyweight push-ups to work chest, shoulders, and triceps.
week 4 - Bench press & Stiff leg deadlift
Hybrid Chain
Upper Body (Horizontal Push): Bench press technique: grip, setup, and bar path.
Lower Body (Hinge Bias):
Stiff-leg deadlifts targeting the hamstrings, glutes, and lower back.
Real Stories: Women Who Transformed Their Lives with Learn to lift
“I used to be terrified of the weights section. Now I confidently deadlift twice my bodyweight and have completely transformed both my body and mindset.”
“After just 4 weeks after Learn to lift, my chronic back pain improved, my posture is better, and I have energy I haven’t felt in years!”
Join hundreds of women like Sarah and Roheema who have discovered strength, confidence and community through our proven approach to women's strength training.
Our coaches
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Trang Huyen
FOUNDER
Hi my name is Trang! Like many women, I started my fitness journey as a ‘cardio class, cash diet and carb-cutting down’.
I found strength training 9 years ago and haven’t looked back! I started coaching to help women build confidence and find the freedom to live a balanced lifestyle. I’m all about people enjoying the exercise they do and encouraging important fundamentals, like strength training and compassion!
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MIA
ELITE PERSONAL TRAINER
Mia is a Level 3 personal trainer passionate about helping women reconnect with their physical, mental, and emotional strength. Her coaching centers on building confidence, resilience, and sustainable progress through strength training. For Mia, fitness is about enhancing life, not complicating it—helping women grow into their strength, one rep at a time.
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Rox
With over six years of coaching and three years as a qualified sports massage therapist, Rox takes a holistic approach to fitness. She believes in working with the body—not against it—to build sustainable strength and confidence.
Specialising in functional fitness and strength & conditioning, Rox helps clients move better, feel stronger, and live more balanced lives.
Learn to lift FAq
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Ideal for anyone who's never used free weights or strength training equipment—even if you've been to the gym before. This course is required before joining regular Lifting Ladies sessions if you’re brand new to lifting.
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Yes! This course is designed for beginners. You don’t need to be strong, slim, or know anything about lifting. You just need to show up. We’ll handle the rest.
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We’ll tailor exercises and techniques to your body. Plus, the included injury assessment and assisted stretch ensures you move safely and build strength without pain.
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After completing Learn to Lift, you’ll be ready to join the regular Lifting Ladies sessions — small group training where you continue lifting, progressing, and connecting. Think of Learn to Lift as your on-ramp to lifelong strength.
Feel free to attend as many Learn to Lift sessions as you’d like until you feel confident and ready to join Lifting Ladies.
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Totally normal. Many women feel nervous before their first session — but that disappears quickly. The gym is women-only, non-intimidating, and welcoming. You’ll be guided every step of the way.
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If you have no experience in the gym or using gym machines, the Learn to Lift program is required before joining the regular Lifting Ladies sessions.
If you already have gym experience, the Intro Offer is recommended.
Please note: You may choose only one offer — either the Learn to Lift program or the Intro Offer. These offers cannot be combined, so please select the one that suits you best before booking.