What is Bridge Brigade?
Bridge Brigade is our competitive and recreational Olympic weightlifting program — led by USAW-certified coaches who have competed in the sport. This isn't a CrossFit gym that added a snatch to its programming. Bridge Brigade is built around technical development in the snatch and clean & jerk, with smart progression and a clear pathway for athletes who want to compete.
Astrid Castaneda, Bridge's co-founder, competed as an Olympic weightlifter before opening Bridge. She coaches the program and brings both competitive experience and deep technical knowledge to every session. The result is coaching that's precise, progression-driven, and built around how athletes actually move.
Whether you're new to the lifts or have been training for years and need a real team, Bridge Brigade has a track for you. Contact us for schedule and rates.
Who it's for
- →Athletes looking for a real weightlifting team in Pasadena
- →People new to Olympic lifting who want technical coaching from the start
- →Athletes returning from injury who need a coach who understands both
- →Anyone with competitive aspirations looking for a pathway
Credentials
- USA Weightlifting (USAW) certified coaching
- Competitive athlete background
- USAW registered club
