Gym-floor connection / Pilot stage
Train solo.
Lift together.
Your next spotter could be one rack away. Rackmate is building a way to connect lifters in the same gym, right when they need a spot or a training partner.
Starting with one gym. Built for real-world connection.
The idea, in one request
“Bench. Next set. Need a spot?”
Less awkward asking. More connection on the floor.
Our founding commitments
01 / On the gym floor
A training connection.
Not another tracker.
You already know your sets and reps. Rackmate focuses on the person who can help you with the next one.
Small by design.
Our first test is a manual pilot with a goal of 30 members in one gym. We’ll learn what actually helps before building the full app.
Scan the rack. Ask for a spot.
In the pilot, a QR sticker on the bench or squat rack opens a simple request form. Tell us where you are and what help you need.
Connect inside your gym.
Requests are relayed through the pilot gym’s group chat. Find someone in the same room, not a training partner across town.
Agree on the lift. Then lift.
Talk through the set, your cues, and each person’s comfort level before starting. A connection is never a guarantee of a safe lift.
Next up / App roadmap
Build trust between sets.
Live requests, member verification, ratings, and easy reporting are planned for the app. Repeat-partner history will help turn a quick spot into a familiar face.
Planned features — not yet available in the manual pilot.
No pressure. No ego.
Only help with lifts you’re comfortable spotting. Ask about technique and signals first. If something feels wrong, stop and speak to gym staff.
02 / Membership
Free to connect.
Room to grow.
Core spotter matching is planned to stay free for lifters. Paid options are intended for gym communities and optional lifter extras; rollout and availability will be confirmed as the pilot develops.
Free
For individuals getting started
$0/month
- 1 workspace
- Up to 3 team members
- Basic analytics
- Community support
03 / Be part of the first set
Better lifts start with a hello.
Train solo? Run a gym? Join the pilot interest list and help shape a friendlier gym floor.