East Ave. Barbell

08/18/2026

We are very excited to announce two new sponsors for Godzilla Smash 2026, 𝐙☠️𝐍𝐄 𝐒𝐦𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐬 and Serious Steel Fitness ! Spots are filling up fast, link in Bio!!!

07/28/2026

This year‘s Wreck the Halls is now live on Iron Podium! For the first time ever this East Ave Barbell event will include a Conan’s wheel and will also be the first time since 2019 that we’ve hosted a Strongman Corporation competition!! Keep an eye out because we will also be hosting this at a new location, to be announced closer to the competition.

Link in Bio

07/08/2026

Schuster Athletics MEET ANNOUNCEMENT! 🚨

Link is in our bio

Mark your calendars! The East Ave Classic is back! January 16, 2027. The biggest Olympic Weightlifting competition in Rochester is hosting its annual event for the 6th year in a row! Come and compete against some of the strongest lifters in the country. This competition is for all levels. From youth to masters. From world team members to first time lifters. This meet is a great opportunity for everyone to compete, learn, and have a great experience overall.

Registration is OPEN!
Early registration ends Oct 1st. Don’t wait. We had a huge turn out last year. Tickets will sell out. REMINDER the “Get Tickets” tab is for athletes signing up for the competition!

Awards will be given out to top male and female athletes based on Sinclair formula.

If you have any questions, reach put to us or Schuster Athletics

04/07/2026

Registration for the 2026 Rochester Rumble is now open!

Registration is now open! https://liftingcast.com/meets/m7cxvkxu08iy/registration This will be a championship-style meet, with award placing determined by DOTS points. Each lifter in the two open classes will be scored against the entire field of competition, with the top finishers receiving

03/18/2026

We are very excited to announce .club as one of our event sponsors for this contest! In addition to using their throwbags in our event they are provide all athletes who compete a $25 dollar gift card for their line of sandbags and equipment! Check out the Link in our bio to get registered!

01/29/2026

RITUALS OF STRENGTH 9
Saturday, May 9th, 2026

Event 1 — Max Keg Press
Event 2 — Car Deadlift (Reps)
Event 3 — Yoke / Farmer’s Medley
Event 4 — Bag Toss
Event 5 — Keg Load

Be a part of the growing strength community and participate in our 9th annual Strongman show.

Whether you are stepping into your first show or coming back to compete again, this is a day built around testing yourself, supporting each other, and celebrating strength in all forms.

Show up ready. Bring energy. Be part of it.

09/09/2025

GODZILLA SMASH coming to East Ave Barbell October 4, 2025!
Step onto the platform and put your powerlifting training to the test.
Spots are limited. Reserve yours now and be part of one of the most exciting meets of the year.
SMASH
Registration link in our bio

08/27/2025

We’re super appreciative to have you here and honored that you chose to spend your traincation with us. It’s inspiring to see the next generation of lifters training hard, pushing the sport of Olympic weightlifting forward, and embracing an encouraging environment here at East Ave Barbell. The future is strong.

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07/18/2025

We only have a few slots left with Rochester Rumble sign up and don't miss out

06/18/2025

Welcome to the family!
Texas Strength system combo rack