Olympic Weightlifting caters for any skill from beginner to advance. Everyone is welcome to join the friendly club to compete, develop skills or start from scratch and learn something new. Training includes opportunities to lift three times a week in our newly refurbished S&C gym! The club compete in local and national competitions throughout the year and continuously bring home success stories.
The Weighlfting Club have had a great year, and were shortlisted for Club of the Year award in the annual Northumbria Sport Awards.
Students enquiring about joining the club in 2024/25 season can contact the Club Committee via email or instagram. 2024/25 memberships will be available to purchase from September 2024.
Available Weightlifting Memberships in 2024/25:
"TRAIN" £150
Wednesdays 16:00-18:00, Fridays 17:30-19:00, Sundays 10:00-12:00
All training takes place in the S&C Suite in Sport Central.
This membership offers regular coached sessions for students interested in gaining Weightlifting skills without the competitive element.
Key Contacts
Club President: Matthew Gallagher
Competition Secretary: Amy Marshall
Coach: Sol Daley
The Weightlifting club is supported by our dedicated Club Development Officer Keir Tattersdill.