Join the ICB Team

Independent City Barbell Club provides individualized programming, team training, remote coaching, and meet coaching. ICB is a sanctioned USA Weightlifting club based out of Suffolk, VA. We are a part of the DMV Weightlifting State Organization.

ICB trains Monday - Thursday from 4:30-6p at All Grit Athletics, 1984 Northgate Commerce Pkwy, Suffolk, VA 23435

Join a Team with Values:

Meaning - Everyone has personal goals; from improving the quality of their daily life to being competitive on the platform. Every weightlifting session is designed to have intention and meaning so each athlete can work towards their goals.

Mastery - “The master has failed more times than the beginner has even tried.” No matter what level an athlete is at, there is always room for improvement. This sport isn’t easy. Join a group of like minded people who want to master the snatch, clean & jerk.

Membership - Of the 3 M’s, Membership is the most important. When you join the Independent City Barbell Club, you’re joining a group that supports your goals, holds you accountable and challenges you to strive for more. Every member is a valuable asset to building the team!

Laura McCall

Laura McCall

Meet the Coach


Highlights:
-USA Weightlifting Level 2 Coach
-CrossFit Level 2 Coach
2022 Master Pan American 2nd Place Medalist (W35 81k, Puerto Rico)
-2022 Howard Cohen American Masters Champion (W35 81k, Baton Rouge, LA)

ICB founder and head coach, Laura McCall, is excited to be utilizing her 10+ years of experience to grow the sport of Weightlifting. Laura stumbled upon Weightlifting in a pursuit to become a better singer and musician. Laura holds two masters degrees in Voice Performance, and Vocal Pedagogy. In 2014 she decided it was time to dive into the sport of Weightlifting completely. She obtained her USA Weightlifting Sports and Performance Certificate and has been competing ever since with over 35 meets under her belt as an athlete. Laura also lends her time volunteering at local meets whenever possible.

Laura currently lifts with National USAW Coach John “Smitti” Smith - Brave Barbells N Sprinkles. Cary, NC

Past Coaches include: Dylan Cooper; Sean Waxman

USAW Coaches/Instructors: Mark Cannella; Drew Dillon; JP Nicoletta; Angela Sorensen

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Ready to join forces? Give us your details and we’ll connect with you in no time. We’re eager to hear from you!

IndependentCityBarbell@gmail.com