Ohana Barbell
Interior of Ohana Barbell gym with power racks and loaded barbells

Northern Quarter · Manchester

We’re not building a community.
We’re building ʻOhana.

An independent gym in the heart of the Northern Quarter. Old school bodybuilding principles, modern performance training, and a family built around the barbell.

ʻOhana Barbell

Welcome to the ʻOhana

// Family

TheOrigin.

The barbell is what brings people together. Through hard work and a passion for self-improvement, we build more than strength, we build ʻohana.

The Northern Quarter has always been a place where people from all walks of life come together to create, connect, and belong. Many move here far from family. Some have never truly experienced that feeling of family at all.

At Ohana Barbell, everyone is welcomed like family from day one.

Rooted inHawaiian spirit,ʻohana meansfamily.

Memberships

Join the ʻohana

Monthly memberships, longer-term options and short passes. Full gym access with every plan.

Most Popular

Monthly Rolling

Standard

£55Per month
  • Unlimited 7-day gym access
  • Monthly rolling, cancel anytime
  • £15 joining fee, waived from a Day Pass
Join The ʻOhana

Military, Emergency Services & Blue Light

Concession

£50Per month
  • Unlimited 7-day gym access
  • Monthly rolling, cancel anytime
  • No joining fee
  • Sign up in club with valid ID, not online
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Our Equipment

Made in the USA

Every piece of equipment has been carefully selected for quality, performance, and durability. Our facility features premium American made strength equipment from industry leading brands. The gym is set up for strength training, bodybuilding, and powerlifting, whether you’re learning the squat, bench, and deadlift or preparing for your next competition.

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The Ohana Barbell social lounge and reception with coffee bar and seating

The Social Area

More than a gym floor

Our social area creates a place to belong before and after every session, because the ʻohana is built between the sets too.

Relax

Somewhere to relax and switch off after training, surrounded by family.

Connect

A space for like minded people to connect over a coffee or protein shake.

Lock in

Or somewhere to focus on the goals being reached inside and outside the gym.

Meet our owners

The family behindthe barbell

Portrait of Vida, co founder of Ohana Barbell

Vida

Co Founder · U.S. Veteran

Rooted in Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi, Vida found purpose through fitness after overcoming challenges in his youth. A proud U.S. Veteran, he served 13 years in the Hawaiʻi Air National Guard and United States Air Force, where his passion for training and bodybuilding culture continued to grow.

After moving halfway across the world to chase a dream, Vida founded ʻOhana Barbell to bring Hawaiian values, military discipline, and a piece of Hawaiʻi's culture to the UK.

Instagram @vidalohafit
Portrait of Es, co founder of Ohana Barbell

Es

Co Founder · Qualified Coach

Esther (Es) was born and raised in Surrey and graduated from the University of Leeds with a degree in Business Management. Growing up she tried everything, dance, music, acting, and sports, but the gym was the one thing that stuck.

As a qualified Coach, Es has spent years developing her knowledge and passion for fitness. She has trained at over 30 local gyms across South America, taking inspiration from the equipment, layouts, and training environments along the way. The gym has always felt like a second home, which made owning one a lifelong dream.

Instagram @esbateman

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Visit the ʻohana

Location

41a Newton Street
Manchester
M1 1FT

Opening hours

Monday to Friday
6am to 9pm
Saturday to Sunday
8am to 4pm

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Training staples, launch pieces, and essentials for the gym floor.