Calisthenics is no longer a niche within the fitness industry. More and more gyms, fitness centers, and CrossFit boxes are discovering the value of bodyweight training. BarManiaPro is at the forefront of this development and is proud of its strong and successful collaboration with Big Gym, one of the fastest-growing fitness chains in the Netherlands.
As the preferred supplier of Calisthenics equipment, BarManiaPro designs and installs specially customized Calisthenics rigs for multiple Big Gym locations across the country.
Custom-made Calisthenics rig for Big Gym
For Big Gym, BarManiaPro developed a fully customized Calisthenics station that perfectly aligns with the vision of modern fitness clubs: functional, durable, versatile, and suitable for a wide audience—from beginners to advanced athletes.
This partnership demonstrates how Calisthenics can be seamlessly integrated into commercial gyms without compromising aesthetics, safety, or training possibilities.
New and existing Big Gym locations
The collaboration continues to grow. In addition to previously completed projects, we are proud to announce both new installations and existing Big Gym locations where our Calisthenics rigs are already being used intensively:
New installations
– Big Gym Alkmaar
– Big Gym Amsterdam
Existing projects
– Big Gym Roosendaal
– Big Gym Rotterdam
– Big Gym Deventer
At all these locations, the Calisthenics station serves as a central training hub where members work daily on strength, mobility, and body control.
Why more gyms are choosing Calisthenics
Calisthenics is one of the fastest-growing training disciplines in the fitness industry—and for good reason:
– Suitable for all fitness levels
– Functional strength training
– Minimal equipment adjustments required
– Strong community and engagement
– Ideal for both group classes and open gym training
More and more fitness centers, gyms, and CrossFit boxes are adopting Calisthenics as a core part of their offering. The target audience is growing rapidly—from young street-workout athletes to adults looking for sustainable, joint-friendly strength training.
The quality of BarManiaPro Calisthenics equipment
BarManiaPro Calisthenics equipment is known for its industrial-grade quality, safety, and durability. Our rigs are:
– Designed for intensive commercial use
– Manufactured from high-quality steel
– Finished with wear-resistant coatings
– Modular and fully customizable
This makes our systems not only ideal for outdoor parks but also perfectly suited for fitness centers, gyms, and CrossFit boxes.
The Big Gym Calisthenics station – components
The specially designed Big Gym Calisthenics station includes a versatile combination of training elements:
– Monkey bars – for grip strength, shoulder mobility, and flow training
– Inclined monkey bars – added difficulty and dynamic movement
– Snake bar – challenges coordination and explosive power
– Swedish wall – ideal for core training, mobility, and rehabilitation exercises
– Dip bars – targeting triceps, chest, and shoulders
– Pull-up bars at various heights – suitable for beginners through advanced athletes
This setup allows multiple athletes to train simultaneously without waiting times.
Exercises and training possibilities
Hundreds of exercises can be performed on the Calisthenics station, including:
Pull movements
– Pull-ups & chin-ups
– Muscle-ups
– L-sit pull-ups
– Archer pull-ups
Push movements
– Dips
– Straight bar dips
– Push-up variations
– Handstand push-ups (using the Swedish wall)
Core & skills
– Hanging leg raises
– Toes to bar
– L-sit & V-sit
– Front lever & back lever
– Human flag
Dynamic movements
– Monkey bar traverses
– Swing-to-bar combinations
– Explosive grip-strength drills
Add-ons and expansions
The Big Gym Calisthenics station is fully modular and can be expanded with various add-ons, such as:
– Gymnastics rings
– Resistance bands
– Suspension trainers
– Additional grips or handholds
These options allow gyms to easily add variety and support multiple training styles, including CrossFit, functional training, and personal training.
The future of fitness is Calisthenics
The partnership between BarManiaPro and Big Gym shows that Calisthenics has firmly established itself within the modern fitness industry. With high-quality, custom-built equipment, gyms can offer their members a training method that is challenging, functional, and future-proof.
Interested in integrating Calisthenics into your gym?
BarManiaPro is happy to help—from design to installation.
👉 Contact us today and discover what Calisthenics can do for your facility.
