Olympic Weightlifting
Weightlifting, or Olympic Weightlifting, refers to the barbell sport consisting of two contested lifts, the Snatch and the Clean & Jerk. Our Weightlifting offering focuses on improving recreational and competitive athletes’ performance in these two lifts. We do this through balanced, intelligent programming, expert coaching, high quality equipment and most importantly, a space where Weightlifters can train with other Weightlifters. We are proud of our diverse club membership and encourage all athletes, big and small, young and old and all genders to take part in Naperville’s original Weightlifting club.
WHO IS THIS PROGRAM FOR?
Our Olympic Weightlifting program is designed for a wide range of athletes from youth to adults, including:
Beginners who want to learn proper technique from day one
Experienced lifters looking to refine their Snatch and Clean & Jerk
Athletes from other sports seeking improved power and explosiveness
Adults training for strength, confidence, and long-term health
Competitive lifters preparing for local or national meets
If you value coaching, structure, and sustainable progress, this program is for you.
What you’ll learn
Athletes in our Olympic Weightlifting program develop a deep understanding of both the lifts and the training process itself. You can expect focused coaching on:
Snatch and Clean & Jerk technique
Bar path, positions, rhythm, and timing
Strength development (squats, pulls, presses, trunk training, plyometrics)
Mobility and stability specific to weightlifting
Meet preparation, attempts selection, and platform confidence
how our training works
Training sessions follow a structured progression that balances a thorough warm up, plyometrics, technical work, strength development, and accessory movements. Every athlete has a semi-individualized program written for them. Each session is coached, intentional, and scaled to the individual.
You’ll train alongside others with similar goals while still receiving individualized feedback. Whether you’re attending a few days per week or training more frequently, you will always receiving coaching and train in a top-notch facility with the highest quality weightlifting specific equipment.