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“You can really feel the difference of your body after just a few classes.”
KuanGoogle review
Calisthenics · Amsterdam West
Get stronger with calisthenics in Amsterdam
Training outdoors with your own body, in a warm community at Laan van Spartaan in Amsterdam West. No experience needed, and your first class is free.
- First class free
- No experience needed
- Cancel monthly
Why us
Why do calisthenics at Skill Lab in Amsterdam?
A warm community
Familiar faces, plenty of fun and people who know you by name.
Outdoors in Amsterdam West
Fresh air at Laan van Spartaan, right by Westerpark.
A certified coach
Experienced and qualified, with an eye for your level.
Fair rates
Cancel monthly, no annual contract, no small print.
New here?
What is calisthenics?
Calisthenics is training with your own bodyweight. Think push-ups, pull-ups, dips and squats, but also skills such as the handstand, muscle-up, front lever and human flag. You barely need any equipment: a bar and your own body are enough.
Because every exercise can be made easier or harder, it suits every level. You build functional strength, mobility and body control, and you notice the difference most in what your body turns out to be capable of.
Outdoors = endorphins
Moving releases endorphins: the chemicals that make you feel good. Do it outdoors and something extra comes with it. Research into ‘green exercise’ shows that exercising in nature lifts your mood and confidence more than training indoors, and the daylight gives your energy and your sleep a nudge in the right direction. So you are not only training your body, but your head as well. And we keep training all year round, even when it is chilly.
What we offer
Choose how you want to train
Most people come for the group classes. Want to work towards a goal more specifically? Then personal training is an option.
Most popular choice
Group classes
Training together with a coach guiding you. A warm-up, technique, a solid workout and plenty of fun. Every exercise has an easier and a harder variant, so everyone trains at their own level, side by side.
- Several times a week, at set times
- For beginners and advanced alike
- Outdoors, in Amsterdam and Zaandam
One-on-one
Personal training
Want to work towards a specific skill, progress faster, or rather start one-on-one first? Then we will put together a plan that fits your goal and your schedule.
- Built entirely around your goal
- Flexible to schedule
It is that simple
How to start calisthenics in Amsterdam
1
Book your free trial class
Fill in the short form in 30 seconds. Choose Amsterdam and a day that suits you.
2
Drop by and join in
Put on some comfortable clothes and just come along. The coach will look after you, the rest takes care of itself.
3
Enjoyed it? Become a member
Does it feel right? Become a member, cancel monthly. Not for you? That is fine too, nothing to tie you down.
Where and when you train in Amsterdam
We train at the calisthenics spot by Parkour Park Laan van Spartaan in Amsterdam West, close to Westerpark, Bos en Lommer and De Baarsjes. Every class lasts an hour.
Amsterdam West
Parkour Park Laan van Spartaan, Amsterdam West ↗
- Monday18:00 – 19:00
- Wednesday18:00 – 19:00
- Saturday11:00 – 12:00
Your coach in Amsterdam
Trained by coach Bryan
Bryan is a certified Calisthenics Coach (trained at the Calisthenics Opleidingsinstituut) and competed at the Dutch Calisthenics Championships in 2022 and 2024. What drives him most is not the competition floor, but seeing you become stronger, more confident and healthier.
He keeps the groups small and the atmosphere warm, so you get real attention and take a step forward every week, whatever shape you arrive in.
Read Bryan's full story
Reviews
What our members say
Real experiences from people who train with us in Amsterdam and Zaandam.
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“Choosing Bryan as my calisthenics trainer was one of the best decisions I’ve made for my health and performance. This isn’t just training. It’s a reset of strength, discipline, and mindset.”
GiladGoogle review
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“The group is small, so you actually get personal attention, no matter your level. Everyone's super friendly, welcoming, & helpful, which made it way less intimidating to start.”
SurijaGoogle review
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“You can really feel the difference of your body after just a few classes. Don't worry if you are a beginner, you will learn it step by step and your classmates are extremely helpful and encouraging.”
KuanGoogle review
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“Bryan is a top-notch coach in calisthenics. I’ve been training with Bryan for the past year and have learned skills I never thought I could achieve - human flag, back lever, front lever and muscle ups!”
EdwardGoogle review
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“He is really good at remembering individual details, this makes you feel really safe with injuries because he is always acounting for this and coming immediatly with alternatives.”
LucioGoogle review
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“Great PT sessions, have been working on handstand, muscle up, and human flag and successfully made it there thanks to rigorous training plans and strong advice.”
PierreGoogle review
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“Experienced trainer, good equipment (bar mania pro) and nice training group with different skill levels. All in all, it’s worth a try to see for yourself.”
PeterGoogle review
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“Geweldige calisthenics trainingen! Professionele aanpak, veel aandacht voor techniek en altijd motiverend. Zeker een aanrader voor iedereen die sterker en fitter wil worden.”
EmiliaGoogle review
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“Hiervoor was ik een jaar zelf aan het proberen en merkte ik dat ik al een tijd niet verder kwam met de movements. Nu, binnen 12 weken, heb ik mega grote stappen gezet! Hij weet precies waar je aan moet werken en geeft praktische adviezen die direct resultaat opleveren.”
MickyGoogle review
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“Ik heb vorig jaar de coaching bij Bryan gevolgd en heb nog nooit zo veel resultaat geboekt als tijdens de coaching. Ik heb muscle up en backlever geleerd en daarnaast ook ontzettend droog geworden.”
JelleGoogle review
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“Onwijs leuke calistenics lessen in kleine groepen. Bryan heeft oog voor elk individu, zodat iedereen goed mee kan doen op eigen niveau.”
YaGoogle review
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“Leuke lessen van een trainer die verstand heeft waar hij over praat. De trainingen zijn gevarieerd, gespecificeerd en doordacht maar boven alles vooral leuk!”
MaxineGoogle review
Good to know
Frequently asked questions about calisthenics in Amsterdam
Where can I do calisthenics in Amsterdam?
At Calisthenics Skill Lab you train outdoors at the calisthenics spot by Parkour Park Laan van Spartaan in Amsterdam West, close to Westerpark, Bos en Lommer and De Baarsjes. You train in group classes guided by a certified coach.
Do I need experience to start?
No. You simply start where you are now. Every exercise has an easier and a harder variant, so you always train at your own level. Most people come in without any experience at all.
What does calisthenics cost in Amsterdam?
Your first trial class is free and non-binding. After that you can train with a single class (€15), a class pass, or an unlimited membership (€63 per month), which you can cancel monthly.
When are the classes in Amsterdam?
In Amsterdam we train on Monday and on Wednesday from 18:00 to 19:00 and on saturday from 11:00 to 12:00. Every class lasts an hour.
Is calisthenics suitable for beginners?
Absolutely. Calisthenics is ideal for beginners: you use your own bodyweight and build up step by step. Your coach adapts the exercises to what you can do right now.
