ABOUT US
THE GYM
At Las Vegas Barbell, we’re more than just a gym – we’re a dedicated training facility for athletes who want to master the art and science of Olympic weightlifting. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your skills, we offer small group training classes where 5-12 athletes work closely with our expert weightlifting coaches. You’ll receive personalized instruction in drills and techniques designed to help you execute lifts with precision and confidence.
Our classes are led by a team of USAW-certified coaches, all working under the expert guidance of Billy Bybee, a USAW National Coach with over 20 years of experience in weightlifting and general fitness. Billy’s deep knowledge and passion for the sport shine through in every session, providing athletes with the personalized coaching they need to unlock their true potential. Whether you're just starting out or striving to take your lifts to the next level, Billy and his team are here to help you reach new heights in your training.
We’re thrilled to offer this specialized training facility to the Las Vegas Valley, and we’re committed to helping our community build strength, improve technique, and achieve their fitness goals!
MEET OUR TEAM
BILLY BYBEE
OWNER & COACH
With over two decades in the fitness and performance industry, Coach Billy brings a wealth of experience to the world of strength training and athletic development. From everyday clients looking to move and feel better, to high-level athletes—including Olympians—chasing peak performance, Coach Billy has coached it all. His programs are not just effective—they’ve helped athletes reach the highest levels of competition in Olympic weightlifting.
A competitive athlete since the age of six, Coach Billy has spent over a decade making his mark at the top of the U.S. national weightlifting scene. Now at 43, he remains a rare and elite presence in the sport, consistently ranking in the top 3 nationally in his age group—season after season. This continued success in a sport where longevity is rare speaks volumes. It also gives him a unique edge when it comes to recovery strategies, managing training volume, and building long-term durability for a lifetime of strong, healthy lifting.
Since opening Las Vegas Barbell in 2015, Coach Billy has built more than a gym—he’s built a community. In just two years, he earned the prestigious USA Weightlifting National Coach designation and has guided numerous athletes to both national and international stages. But while he’s passionate about elite-level sport, what makes him most proud is the everyday lifters who walk into his gym and do extraordinary things.
Whether you're an aspiring champion or someone just beginning your Weightlifting journey, Coach Billy has the experience, passion, and proven track record to help you reach your goals—and maybe even go further than you thought possible.
USAW NATIONAL COACH
20+ YEARS EXPERIENCE IN ATHLETIC TRAINING
IWF MASTER'S WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS:
1ST PLACE (2022)
USAW MASTER'S NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS: 1ST PLACE (2022)
USAW NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS:
4TH PLACE (2011),
5TH PLACE (2012),
12TH PLACE (2015)
AMERICAN OPEN CHAMPIONSHIPS: 11TH PLACE (2013),
10TH PLACE (2015), 6TH PLACE (2017)
COACH OF JUNIOR WORLD TEAM ATHLETE ALEXANDER REYES
lourence cabantog
COACH
Lourence Cabantog has been dedicated to the sport of Olympic weightlifting since 2013—and he’s been making waves ever since. Just a year into his journey, he earned his first national-level qualification and has remained a strong and consistent competitor on the big stage ever since.
Certified as a USA Weightlifting Level 1 Sports Performance Coach since 2014, Lourence has the expertise to teach and refine the Olympic lifts with precision. He’s also a certified personal trainer through ISSA, with a well-rounded foundation in program design, nutrition, and overall health and fitness.
Before joining Las Vegas Barbell, Lourence was his own coach—writing his own training and dialing in his nutrition. While he gained valuable experience through self-coaching, he’ll be the first to tell you that having a dedicated coach makes a world of difference at the highest level of competition. That belief paid off—his first national medal came just one year after joining the LVB team.
Whether he’s competing, coaching, or continuing to sharpen his craft, Lourence brings passion, discipline, and a deep respect for the process that defines long-term success in weightlifting.
“My goal is to spread as much Olympic Weightlifting knowledge as possible!”
2024 Senior American Open Finals: 1st Overall (55KG)
2024 Senior American Open Series 2: 1st Overall (55KG)
2023 Senior American Open Series 2: 4th Overall (67KG)
2023 Senior Nationals: Silver Snatch, Silver C&J, 2nd Overall (61KG)
2022 Senior American Open Finals: 4th Overall (61KG)
2022 Senior Nationals: Snatch Bronze Medalist & 4th Overall (61KG)
2021 Senior American Open Finals: 6th Overall (61KG)
2018 Senior American Open Series 3: 12th Overall (67KG)
2014 Senior Nationals: 5th Overall (56KG)
“My goal is to spread as much Olympic Weightlifting knowledge as possible!”
Over 10 years of Olympic Weightlifting and Competition Experience
USAW Level 1 Sports Performance CoachCertified
ISSA Personal Trainer
Multiple Time National Medalist
JAY MARTENS
COACH
Jay’s weightlifting journey began in 2018, and from day one, he was hooked. Since then, he’s stepped onto the platform at multiple Masters National Championships, American Open events, and local meets, continually growing as both an athlete and a coach.
Over the years, Jay has built an impressive coaching résumé. He holds USA Weightlifting Level 1 and Level 2 certifications, and was selected for the inaugural class of USAW’s Youth Sport Coaching Fellowship—a rigorous 3-month deep dive into the development and long-term success of youth lifters. He also completed the SoCal Weightlifting Associates Coaching Program, one of the most comprehensive coach development programs in the country. This 4-month course covers everything from program design and technical development to athlete communication and building lasting coach-athlete relationships.
Jay's commitment doesn’t stop in the classroom. He’s been actively shadowing the Las Vegas Barbell competition coaching team, traveling to more than half a dozen meets across the country to absorb firsthand the strategies, mindset, and fast-paced decision-making that go into high-level competition coaching.
Jay’s coaching philosophy is grounded in a genuine love for the sport and a deep belief in every athlete’s potential:
“I love the sport of weightlifting and love seeing athletes grow into the best versions of themselves. I’m excited to be part of that journey with them.”
USAW LEVEL 1 AND 2 COACHING CERTIFICATIONS
USAW YOUTH SPORT COACHING FELLOWSHIP
SOCAL WL ASSOCIATES COACHING PROGRAM
2024 USAW MASTERS NATIONAL CHAMPION
2023 AO SERIES 2 (3RD PLACE IN TOTAL)2024 AO SERIES 2 (2ND PLACE IN TOTAL)
VANESSA BYBEE
OWNER & COACH
Vanessa Bybee is a lifelong athlete whose passion for movement has taken many forms—from competitive martial arts at age 11 to a deep love for barbell training as an adult. But these days, her greatest pride lies in supporting others on their own fitness journeys, especially those navigating the demands of busy lives, just like she does as a mother of two.
As co-owner of Las Vegas Barbell, Vanessa plays a key role behind the scenes and as an online coach, working with clients who want to get stronger, feel better, and build confidence—all on their own terms. She understands firsthand the challenges of balancing family, work, and personal wellness, and she brings that empathy and experience into every coaching relationship.
Vanessa’s approach is all about meeting people where they are, creating a supportive, judgment-free space, and helping clients find joy in the process of becoming stronger—physically and mentally.
NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SPORTS MEDICINE CERTIFIED PERSONAL TRAINER, CPT
PRECISION NUTRITION LEVEL 1 CERTIFIED NUTRITION COACH, PN 1- NC
CRUSH YOUR GOALS
FREE MISSION ASSESSMENT
If you are interested, we invite potential new members to come in for a free sit down, called a Mission Assessment. This is an opportunity to tour the gym, see our pricing structure, and for the coaching staff to get to know a little bit about you and your goals. This will also allow us to explain more about how our process works and how to get started!
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LAS VEGAS BARBELL
3009 E. Post Rd., Suite B
LAS VEGAS, NV 89120
702-239-0593
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