Olympic Lifting
The San Antonio Weight Lifting Club, powered by Elite Strength and Conditioning Inc. has been established in order to bring the world of Olympic Lifting to San Antonio. No other movements develop athleticism and explosiveness like the Olympic Lifts. The Clean and Jerk and the Snatch are the only weightlifting movements in the Olympics. Read More about the benefits of Olympic Lifting HERE.
The only form of weightlifting recognized in the Olympic Games, “Weightlifting” (not to be confused with “weight” – “lifting”, which is the simple act of exercising with weights) is a sport in which a barbell is lifted competitively by an athlete. The two main events are (1) the Snatch, in which the barbell is lifted from the floor to arm’s length overhead in a single, continuous motion; and (2) the Clean and Jerk, in which it is lifted first to the shoulders and then, after a pause, to arm’s length overhead.
Each athlete has 3 attempts in each event to successfully lift as much as they can. The highest in the Snatch and the Clean and Jerk are added together for a “total”, which determines the winner. What many people may not know about Olympic Weightlifting is that the athlete is also judged on tecnhique, not just strength. Thus, if a barbell is not lifted overhead with proper form, the athlete is not credited with the lift.
Strength, flexibility, explosiveness, balance, and proper technique defines the movements of this sport. Weightlifting consists of both Men and Women, with weight categories and barbell amounts measured in kilograms (1 kilogram = 2.2 pounds). The origins of modern competition are to be found in 18th and 19th century strongman contests. The first three Olympic Games (1896, 1900, 1904) included weightlifting, as have all games after 1920.
Currently, weight categories are:
Women: 48kg, 53kg, 58kg, 63kg, 69kg, 75kg, 75+kg
Men: 56kg, 62kg, 69kg, 77kg, 85kg, 94kg, 105kg, 105+kg
Our Goal
To us the sport of Olympic Weightlifting as a means to improve the physical, psychological, and social aspects of the youth and young adults of San Antonio.
Our members range in age from 6 – 60 years old, with an emphasis on programming that make a positive impact on each member’s life, by teaching them life skills and building character at the same time as they improve their health and physical wellbeing.
Our members have professional careers as teachers, coaches, healthcare professionals, firefighters, law enforcement agents, lawyers and college athletes.
Come check us out.
Event if you never choose to compete, the value of hard work, discipline, dedication and regular physical activity will have a long lating effect on all aspets of your life…… besides……. we have a great time!
Should athletes do this?
YES!! YES!! YES!!
Teaching athletes the proper way to perform the Olympic Lifts will:
Significantly reduce the likelihood of injury in the weight room and in competition
Increase coordination, body awareness and flexibility
Increase explosive strength and power output
Enable athletes to drive through the hips and reach triple extension
Develop confidence
And that is only the beginning!!!
Who runs the show?
Head Coach: Jeremy Tucker,
USAW Sports Performance and Club Level I Coach
Assistant Coach: Emily VanVleck, USAW Club Level I Coach
View Schedule and Fees HERE
Email us at info@elite-crossfit.com or call Jeremy Tucker at 210-710-2248
The San Antonio Weight Lifting Club, powered by Elite Strength and Conditioning Inc. has been established in order to bring the world of Olympic Lifting to San Antonio. No other movements develop athleticism and explosiveness like the Olympic Lifts. The Clean and Jerk and the Snatch are the only weightlifting movements in the Olympics. Read More about the benefits of Olympic Lifting HERE.
The only form of weightlifting recognized in the Olympic Games, “Weightlifting” (not to be confused with “weight” – “lifting”, which is the simple act of exercising with weights) is a sport in which a barbell is lifted competitively by an athlete. The two main events are (1) the Snatch, in which the barbell is lifted from the floor to arm’s length overhead in a single, continuous motion; and (2) the Clean and Jerk, in which it is lifted first to the shoulders and then, after a pause, to arm’s length overhead.
Each athlete has 3 attempts in each event to successfully lift as much as they can. The highest in the Snatch and the Clean and Jerk are added together for a “total”, which determines the winner. What many people may not know about Olympic Weightlifting is that the athlete is also judged on tecnhique, not just strength. Thus, if a barbell is not lifted overhead with proper form, the athlete is not credited with the lift.
Strength, flexibility, explosiveness, balance, and proper technique defines the movements of this sport. Weightlifting consists of both Men and Women, with weight categories and barbell amounts measured in kilograms (1 kilogram = 2.2 pounds). The origins of modern competition are to be found in 18th and 19th century strongman contests. The first three Olympic Games (1896, 1900, 1904) included weightlifting, as have all games after 1920.
Currently, weight categories are:
Women: 48kg, 53kg, 58kg, 63kg, 69kg, 75kg, 75+kg
Men: 56kg, 62kg, 69kg, 77kg, 85kg, 94kg, 105kg, 105+kg
Our Goal
To us the sport of Olympic Weightlifting as a means to improve the physical, psychological, and social aspects of the youth and young adults of San Antonio.
Our members range in age from 6 – 60 years old, with an emphasis on programming that make a positive impact on each member’s life, by teaching them life skills and building character at the same time as they improve their health and physical wellbeing.
Our members have professional careers as teachers, coaches, healthcare professionals, firefighters, law enforcement agents, lawyers and college athletes.
Come check us out.
Event if you never choose to compete, the value of hard work, discipline, dedication and regular physical activity will have a long lating effect on all aspets of your life…… besides……. we have a great time!
Should athletes do this?
YES!! YES!! YES!!
Teaching athletes the proper way to perform the Olympic Lifts will:
Significantly reduce the likelihood of injury in the weight room and in competition
Increase coordination, body awareness and flexibility
Increase explosive strength and power output
Enable athletes to drive through the hips and reach triple extension
Develop confidence
And that is only the beginning!!!
Who runs the show?
Head Coach: Jeremy Tucker,
USAW Sports Performance and Club Level I Coach
Assistant Coach: Emily VanVleck, USAW Club Level I Coach
View Schedule and Fees HERE
Email us at info@elite-crossfit.com or call Jeremy Tucker at 210-710-2248