Powerlifting coaching, built around you.

I coach lifters ranging from complete beginners to competitive athletes prepping for meet day, through Faultline Barbell and online, NZ-wide. Programming, technique, and fatigue management, tailored to your life — not a generic template.

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Preston coaching at a powerlifting event
About the coach

Preston

I'm a full-time powerlifting coach, operating out of Faultline Barbell through my coaching brand, PB Fitness Solutions.

I work with lifters ranging from complete beginners stepping under a barbell for the first time, to competitive athletes prepping for meet day — bringing hands-on coaching directly to the gym floor. My approach is built on taking the guesswork out of training and making powerlifting fit the individual. I tailor technical setup, programming, and fatigue management to suit each athlete's unique needs and life circumstances, helping lifters build strength and make consistent progress, on and off the platform.

All LevelsBeginner to competitive
NZ-WideOnline + in-person
How I coach

Programming that adjusts to you

Every program is RPE-based, autoregulated to how you're actually recovering week to week.

Weekly check-ins

Every week, we look at how training actually went and adjust from there.

Lift analysis

Submit your sets and get a personal video breakdown on your technique.

Built around your meet

Your program is built around your next competition.

Coaching options

Three ways to train with me

Not sure which fits? Apply through the form below and I'll recommend the right level based on where you're at and what you're chasing.

PBFS Online

Structure, from anywhere

For lifters who want structure, guidance, and accountability from anywhere.

$50 / week
  • Structured strength program
  • Technique feedback on submitted lifts
  • Weekly check-ins

Competition support

  • Meet prep guidance
  • Meet attendance (when available)
Apply
PBFS Plus

Serious about progressing

For lifters serious about progressing their strength.

$80 / week
  • Individualised programming
  • Weekly check-ins with ongoing adjustments
  • Detailed technique feedback
  • Direct coach communication
  • 2x in-person sessions a month at Faultline Barbell

Competition support

  • Full meet prep and attempt selection
  • Meet attendance (when available)
Apply
PBFS Elite

High-level performance

For lifters focused on high-level performance and competition.

$100 / week
  • Fully individualised programming
  • Structured block planning
  • Weekly check-ins, increased during prep
  • Advanced technique analysis, priority communication
  • 1x in-person session a week (4/month) at Faultline Barbell

Competition support

  • Full competition prep and attempt selection
  • Guaranteed meet day handling
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The process

How it works

Simple, no guesswork on your end — three steps from enquiry to your first program.

Step One

Apply

Fill out the enquiry form and tell me where you're at and what you're chasing.

Step Two

Get matched

I review your application and recommend the coaching tier that actually fits you — no hard sell.

Step Three

Start training

Your program is built, your first check-in is booked, and you're underway.

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From the platform

What athletes say

"My goals are far bigger now than just getting started. I want to make it to an international comp, break records, be a household name in NZ powerlifting and possibly even globally. My potential is far greater than I ever thought, and now I'm more consistent in the gym than ever before — all thanks to Preston, who first saw my potential and decided to put in more effort than I could even ask for."

— Gus

"I've enjoyed a fresh look on my training and an introduction to a sport I had never considered before. It has been awesome having a coach who is invested in my progress and celebrates my wins just as much, if not more, than I do."

— Bailey

Questions

FAQ

Do you coach complete beginners?+

Yes. No experience needed — I coach lifters from their very first time under a barbell through to competitive prep.

Do I need to compete?+

No. Competing is completely optional — plenty of my athletes train for strength and consistency without ever stepping on a platform.

Is there a minimum commitment?+

Yes, an 8-week minimum term. After that, it's ongoing with no long-term lock-in.

What do I need for online coaching?+

Access to a well-equipped gym. That's it — your program is built around what you've got available.

Get in touch

Start your prep

Tell me a bit about where you're at and what you're chasing. I read every message and reply personally, usually the same day.

Based at

Faultline Barbell, Wellington

Online coaching

Available NZ-wide

Instagram

@pbfitness.solutions