About Us - Pyrelith Dominion | Vancouver's Elite Training Facility

Where It All Started

Look, I'm not gonna feed you some polished corporate origin story. Pyrelith Dominion came together in 2019 because we were tired of watching people spin their wheels at commercial gyms that cared more about membership numbers than actual results.

Our founders - two MMA coaches and a former Olympic lifting competitor - kept seeing the same thing: folks who wanted to push themselves but had nowhere serious to train. Somewhere that'd actually challenge them instead of just taking their money.

So we built it ourselves. Started in a warehouse space on Granville Street with used equipment and a whole lot of attitude. No mirrors everywhere, no smoothie bar, no nonsense. Just iron, sweat, and people ready to work.

What We're Really About

We're not here to coddle anyone or promise easy transformations in 30 days. That's garbage and everyone knows it. Real strength - physical, mental, whatever - comes from showing up when you don't feel like it and putting in the work anyway.

At Pyrelith, you'll find coaches who've been in the trenches. We've competed, we've failed, we've rebuilt ourselves. That experience? It matters when you're teaching someone to push past their limits safely.

Whether you're prepping for a fight, chasing a PR on your deadlift, or just trying to be less of a mess physically - we'll meet you where you're at. But don't expect us to go easy on you. You came here for results, not participation trophies.

Our Mission

Create a space where serious athletes and everyday people can train side-by-side, push each other forward, and build strength that carries over into everything they do. No excuses, no shortcuts, just progression.

What Sets Us Apart

Real Coaching, Not Babysitting

Every coach here has competed or trained at a high level. They're not reading cues off a certification manual - they've lived this stuff. When you're struggling with form or hitting a plateau, they'll know exactly how to fix it 'cause they've been there.

Equipment That Can Handle It

We've got comp-grade barbells, platforms built for heavy drops, heavy bags that've seen thousands of rounds, and racks that won't wobble when you're maxing out. This isn't Planet Fitness - our equipment's made for people who actually use it hard.

Community Without the Cult Vibes

Yeah, we've built a solid crew here. People who show up, work hard, and support each other. But we're not gonna make you do weird chants or act like we're the only gym that matters. It's just a bunch of people who respect the grind.

Programming That Actually Makes Sense

Our programs follow proven periodization principles, not whatever's trending on Instagram. We track progress, adjust when needed, and build you up systematically. Boring? Maybe. Effective? Absolutely.

Meet The Coaching Team

We've assembled coaches who know their stuff inside and out. Former fighters, competitive lifters, and athletes who've spent years figuring out what works and what's just fitness industry BS.

They're not here to be your friend - though that happens sometimes anyway. They're here to make you better, push you when you're slacking, and keep you from getting hurt when your ego tries to write checks your body can't cash yet.

Between them, our team's got decades of coaching experience, multiple certifications that actually matter, and enough competition scars to prove they've tested everything they teach.

The Space Itself

Our facility isn't fancy, but it's got everything you need and nothing you don't.

Lifting Zone

Multiple platforms, competition bars, bumper plates up to 25kg. Built for Olympic lifts and heavy pulls.

Combat Area

Full cage, heavy bags, speed bags, and enough mat space for grappling and ground work.

Functional Space

Rigs, ropes, sleds, and open floor for metabolic conditioning and athletic development work.

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