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Over the weekend, Coaches Tori and Ro hit the platform for the first time this year.

The first time our Coaches have competed together, they were excited to enjoy the day together and do what they love most, lift heavy things up and down.

The platform is a whole new world and boy oh boy did the platform provide a mixed bag on the day!

Coach Ro had a troubling two weeks leading into comp day with her upper back causing her some pain and frustration. This meant she had to heavily alter her training in the last few weeks which left her feeling uneasy and anxious for the comp.

Coach Tori had been chugging away really nicely throughout her prep. Tori has made significant changes in body composition since her last competition, last September, which meant that the numbers she was lifting was comparable to her previous prep. Although prescribed loads were similar, given Tori’s 7kg reduction in body weight, Tori had been working really hard on technique and not letting expectations get the better of her.

Our Coaches were flanked by our barbell babes left, right & centre. Our squad came out in full force and put their hands up to help out wherever they could.
We had ladies spotting and loading on the platform, babes out back helping the Coaches and many more in the front of the crowd sending love and good energy their way.

Warm ups under way, Tori and Ro were looking good. Nerves were buzzing, Ro was listening to her one song on repeat to calm her down and Tori was holding a calm and quiet demeanour.

Competing is completely different to training. Backstage there is so much going on. Lifters from everywhere bring their own energy and intentions and it’s up to you as a lifter to stay in your own lane and run your own race. Emotions are high and nerves are skyrocketing as the lifting starts.

Ro hit her squats with force, hitting a 105kg squat with improved technique. Narrowly missing her third squat attempt she had to compose herself to step into bench.

Hitting 3/3 on her bench attempts, we could hear Ro yell “YES!” as she locked out a 58kg bench PB.

In great spirits she again hit her deadlifts with force. Given her recent upper back troubles, this was the lift she was feeling the most uneasy about, finding it difficult to gain tension as she held a heavy load. Her second attempt at 140kg flew and she was excited to give the 150kg a good nudge for only the second time ever on the comp platform. She gave her third a huge fight! Locking out but getting two red lights, she narrowly missed the 150kg with a massive grind face and her tongue poking out to match.

Taking out second place in the under 58kg weight class at 55kg, Ro hit an Elite 1 Grading that secured a nice position for the start of her competitive year.

Tori had a hard and challenging day on the platform. Nerves were extremely high and her performance reflected this.
An extremely tough day with her squats; Tori failed all three. First attempt was the only attempt locked out however she received red lights for downward movement. Completely devastated Tori walked outside and took some moments to compose herself.

What would come next would be a feat of strength like no other.

She had burst into tears and was mentally beaten down.

This was not the end.

Showing so much inner strength and courage, Tori got back up and continued to compete.

For those that were there, we all felt for her. Our heart hurt along with her. When she came back out to bench, the cheering of support not only just from our squad but from the whole crowd was incredible.

She got back up, finished her bench and deadlift and showed up like an absolute Queen.

Because of this, we are all so extremely proud of Coach Tori.

To ride the highs is one thing, but to get back up from incredible lows requires so much bravery.

The platform is not always scattered with PB’s. This is the reality.

And this is why we love it so much!

Just like you can’t have summer without winter, those highs will always come with relevant lows.

How you choose to interpret these and how you choose to move forward presents countless opportunities for personal growth.

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It is important that you read and understand this document so that we are both on the same page about each aspect of your training. This ensures we maintain a smooth and professional relationship.

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Prior to Training:
Bring a towel and water bottle to all training sessions. Make sure you dress in clean, comfortable gym attire. Arrive 5-10 minutes before your session starts.

Your Package:
Your training package has been selected for your based on your skill and price point. We ensure that all trainers have a minimum level of skills, qualification and experience before employing any trainer. You can be assured that all trainers will be competent, courteous and committed to your success. If you feel that any of our trainers fall below the high standard we expect then we request that you inform us immediately- speak with Rochene Hawley.

Bring a towel and water bottle to all training sessions. Make sure you dress in clean, comfortable gym attire. Arrive 5-10 minutes before your session starts.

Changing Packages:
Regular training sessions are essential to success and reaching training goals. We do not mind if you change your training package with us after commencement of your start date. However, we provide our packages in blocks of 12 weeks and can be
altered a maximum of once during each block. This will obviously affect the amount you are charged. We are happy to do this but require at least 2 weeks notice before we can change this. Please discuss any changes with your coach.

Cancellation/Rescheduling Sessions:
To cancel or reschedule a session, a minimum of 24 hours notice is needed. Failure to do so will incur the full cost of your session. If you need to cancel within 24 hours notice for whatever reason (except major medical emergency or Act of God), the
session will be charged. No make up session will be permitted. There are not exceptions to this policy. It is every time wasting and costly for us.

We promise to give you the same courtesy and will give you 24 hours notice if we need to cancel or reschedule an appointment.
If we give you less than 24 hours notice, the session will be made up for free of charge and we will buy you a coffee as well as an apology. We respect your time is valuable.

Sessions must be rescheduled for the following week only. Failure to book in owing sessions in the following week will result in a lost session. This is your responsibility not ours. Discretion may be given.

Late arrival policy:

(a) If you arrive late, your session will run to the agreed scheduled finish time.

(b) If you arrive late for a ‘Brigade’ or ‘Semi Private’ session you may not be permitted to join.

(c) If your trainer arrives late, the full session time will run or if not convenient will be made up at a more appropriate time.

(d) Failure to arrive will incur the full cost of the training session.

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Training suspension:
Barbell Babes Brigade requires at least 14 days advance notice of any prolonged training absences.

Training and Payments can be suspended for a maximum of 2 weeks per 12 week block with no fees. Suspension fees longer than 2 weeks will incur a cost of $20 per week.

To cancel or suspend your direct debit contract, your must email admin@barbellbabesbrigade.com.au with 2 weeks prior notice to allow us to organise this with Ezidebit.

Payment policy:
Payment for training package sessions must be made in full prior to commencing the first session of the training package.

We will charge you up front for the 12 week block unless a payment arrangement has been established in which a 10% processing fee is applied.

We accept payments via direct debit, credit card or cash if paying in full.

Instalment payment arrangements will be direct debited via Ezidebit weekly, fortnightly or monthly.

By providing us your credit card or bank details, you acknowledge that you have, or otherwise do, authorise us to charge you (by whatever means provided or available) any amount agreed to be paid to us by you.

Cancellation for training:
Training packages are contracted for a minimum of 12 weeks.

A cooling off period of 48 hours is provided. If you choose to cancel your training package prior to this, a full refund will be given.

If you wish to cease your training package with Barbell Babes Brigade after your cooling off period has lapsed, a fee equal to 20% of the remaining balance will be incurred.

We retain the right to terminate your training package in the event of unsatisfactory performance by you or for any other reason. In this event, no refund will be granted.

Barbell Babes Brigade retains the sole discretion to determine when a performance deemed unsatisfactory. You agree that we are not require to give you any reason for our discretion.

Expiration of training package sessions:
If you reschedule or cancel your sessions we do not mind. However your sessions will expire in 6 calender months from the date of payment.

Privacy:
You understand that Barbell Babes Brigade collects personal information (as defined by the Privacy Act 1988(Cth) and the Privacy Policy.

Any personal information collected will only be used to provide you with training services and will be kept confidential between you and our trainers.

You grant us permission to use any photographs or videos taken of you during your training or competition, including any before and after photographs, together with your first name and any testimonial you agree to write. You agree that we can use those images and details on our website and in any other publication. You agree that no compensation will be paid or owed to you at any time for the use of these images and/or videos. If you do not wish to allow us to use your photograph or video in this way, please let us know.

Competition Day Fees (Competitors only):
Barbell Babes Brigade has a $150 dollar competition fee that is to be paid 2 weeks prior to competing. This covers our trainers entrance fee and time required to Coach your throughout the day. Our Coaches will help you prepare for the meet, tell you what numbers to warm up with, submit your lifting attempts and handle you throughout the event. We will give you peace of mind on the day.

Warranties:
You warrant that you are physically fit, have disclosed all your relevant health and medical history, and are in a condition that will allow you to participate fully in all and any training activity set by us.

You understand that Barbell Babes Brigade is relying on your warranty of your physical condition before allowing you to train.

You agree to assume full responsibility for payment of all medical expenses not covered by medical insurance that you may have which may result from your participation in any activity at Barbell Babes Brigade.

You acknowledge and understand there are inherent risks in participating in strenuous exercise.

Limitation of liability:
If you sustain or claim to sustain any injury while participating in any training session with the Barbell Babes Brigade, you acknowledge that Barbell Babes Brigade or your trainer are not responsible, except where the injury was caused as a result of
any gross negligence.

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