Rockford Barbell

06/08/2026

Finally posting a big thank you to for donating wraps & sandwiches for our Family Night at Nicholas Conservatory.
Sweetbean Cafe & Bakery is located in Byron, IL and serves the area delicious sweet treats, coffee, breakfast, and lunch.
Reach out to us via message or to our email at [email protected] for interest in business partnerships or donating.

05/19/2026

Join us for a great evening at Nicholas Conservatory for our next Family Night!
Next Thursday, May 28th, from 5-6pm.
RSVP by clicking the link below.

https://www.rockfordbarbell.org/event-details/family-night-at-nicholas-conservatory

05/18/2026

Registration for our Summer Weightlifting & Yoga program is Now Open!
This Session will run from June 8-July 16.
All of Rockford Barbell's youth programs are free to register, and are offered to ages 10-18. Registration closes June 3.
Head to our website (www.rockfordbarbell.org) to register or for more info!

04/30/2026

Family Night May 28! Join us for a fun, family-friendly evening at the Nicholas Conservatory. Food will be available before we walk through the conservatory, so come and enjoy time together with family & other Rockford Barbell friends. Bring the whole family and enjoy a fun evening together!
Thank you to Nicholas Conservatory for hosting this free event, and to Sweetbean Cafe & Bakery for donating food & treats!

04/28/2026

Our weightlifting program had a great week!

We focused on relationship skills with the goals of taking accountability and building better habits by being consistent. By doing that we build better relationships at home, school, and work.

✨ Challenge of the week: Be consistent everyday this week with something small you may struggle with. (This can look like keeping your room clean or turning in homework on time 😊)

Our youth weightlifting program is funded in part by the and the voter approved 1/2 cent sales tax.

04/23/2026

We’re so excited to welcome back our Youth Yoga Program at 🌿

To kick things off, we explored the theme Breathing for Gratitude. Gratitude plays a big role in building healthy relationships and it can also come from simply being present and mindful of the world around us.

During class, our kids spent time throughout the gardens noticing what they could see and hear. From the sounds of animals to the calm of the water and the beauty of nature, they discovered so many small moments to appreciate.

✨ Challenge of the day: On your next walk or drive, take a moment to notice the beauty around you. What are you grateful for?

04/23/2026

Last day to order is April 26! Make sure you get your ordered today.

https://www.artdelisupply.com/here-for-good-2026/p/rockford-barbell-here-for-good-2026

We’re excited to share that we are a part of Rockford Art Deli's “Here For Good” t-shirt campaign.
Sales for the Here For Good shirts will be live from April 6 - April 26.
Each Here For Good shirt will sell for $30, with $10 of that going to us here at Rockford Babrell.
Shirts will be available in adult sizes XS-4X.

All you need to do is:
• Click this link ➡️ www.artdelisupply.com/here-for-good-2026/p/rockford-barbell-here-for-good-2026
• Select our Rockford Barbell shirt
• Choose your size & quantity
• Check out

This is a PRE-ORDER event, so shirts will be made after the campaign ends!
We appreciate the support!

04/21/2026

Strong relationships are one of the most powerful ways to support our mental health.

Last week, our youth weightlifting program kicked back into action as we focused on having kids getting to know our staff and each other. Building healthy relationships gives us support when we need it most and helps us grow emotionally. When we develop strong relationship skills, we’re better able to understand others and communicate more effectively.

Next time you’re talking with your child, friend, or teammate:
👂 Listen fully—with your whole body
❓ Ask thoughtful questions
💭 Pause and reflect before responding

Small moments of connection can make a big difference.

04/06/2026

We’re excited to share that we are a part of Rockford Art Deli's “Here For Good” t-shirt campaign.
Sales for the Here For Good shirts will be live from April 6 - April 26.
Each Here For Good shirt will sell for $30, with $10 of that going to us here at Rockford Babrell.
Shirts will be available in adult sizes XS-4X.

All you need to do is:
• Click this link ➡️ www.artdelisupply.com/here-for-good-2026/p/rockford-barbell-here-for-good-2026
• Select our Rockford Barbell shirt
• Choose your size & quantity
• Check out

This is a PRE-ORDER event, so shirts will be made after the campaign ends!
We appreciate the support!