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Newly crowned New York Pro champion, Nick Walker, offered a tantalizing glimpse into his latest workout session at Chris Bumstead’s newly inaugurated gym, Raw Athletic Club. The grand opening, held over the Memorial Day weekend from May 25th to 27th, saw a gathering of fans and notable figures from the industry, including Matt Jansen, Hany Rambod, and Domenic Lacovone, alongside the illustrious CBum.

After the grand opening ceremony, Walker shared a sneak peek of his experience through four captivating images, showcasing his formidable physique at Raw’s premises.

The Mutant took to his Instagram account and shared his experience with fans and followers while showcasing his shredded physique. “First workout at @rawathletic.club gym yesterday pump went crazy!!!! Great gym and great atmosphere,” he wrote. It’s not just CBum’s association that makes the gym stand out; in fact, fitness influencer Dorian Hamilton shed light on the facilities, highlighting its position among all.

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Dorian Hamilton emphasized, “Well, I’m gonna take you guys around and show you what makes us the number one spot in Florida.” At Raw Athletic Club, they showcased pride in having top-notch facilities, including cutting-edge equipment like New Tech machines from Korea, making them one of the few gyms in North America to feature them. Hamilton predicts New Tech to become a major brand in the region. With over 62 pieces of New Tech equipment and exclusive limited pieces like the Atlantis Standing Cable Preacher Curl, Raw Athletic Club offers a unique fitness experience as per Hamilton and Walker.

Additionally, they boast rare equipment like the Prime Hack Squad, with only five in the entire USA. Catering to various fitness enthusiasts, they offer a range of glute-specific machines and functional training areas equipped with Rogue and Concept gear. From bodybuilding to powerlifting to functional training, Raw Athletic Club has it all, including supplements and merchandise, ensuring members’ needs are fully met.

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On the other hand, the gym was something that had been on five-time Classic Physique Mr. Olympia Chris Bumstead’s mind for a long time.

Chris Bumstead’s long-term dream was fulfilled with the opening of RAW Gym.

The five-time Mr. Olympia fulfilled a major dream by opening Raw Athletic Club on May 25th, celebrated with a two-day event. Fans of the Canadian bodybuilding icon flocked to the opening ceremony and seminar. The gym’s Instagram page shared exclusive moments, stating, “Recognition is not the reward we seek, but rather the growth we undergo along the way.”

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Raw Athletic Club holds a special place in CBum’s heart, as he has dreamt of opening a gym for years. CBum teased the project’s construction in January and officially announced it on Jan 20th through social media, sharing a video of the ongoing work with the caption “Raw Athletic Club • Coming Soon • 2024.” Four months later, fans finally stepped into CBum’s gym. And now that it’s open, the formidable contender of the Olympia 2024 has shared some positive feedback.

Raw Athletic Club stands tall, boasting top-notch facilities and a supportive community. From its grand opening with notable figures to positive feedback from champions like Nick Walker, it embodies a dream fulfilled by CBum. Would you visit the gym and try it out? Let us know in the comments.