Olympic Weightlifting at Big Blue Strength is designed for athletes who want structured programming, technical coaching, and long-term progression in the snatch and clean & jerk.
Whether you’re new to the lifts or preparing for competition, our program balances team training with individualized modifications so every athlete trains appropriately.
How the Program Works
Olympic Weightlifting follows team-based programming with personalized adjustments based on your experience level, goals, and competition timeline.
Programming is:
- Structured for long-term development
- Modified individually as needed
- Built around technical consistency and progression
You’ll train alongside other weightlifters while still receiving coaching that supports your specific needs.
Meet-Focused Programming
Training cycles are timeline-specific, designed around your competition schedule.
This allows for:
- Structured build phases
- Meet preparation and peaking
- Adjustments leading into the competition
Whether you’re training for your first meet or continuing competitive lifting, programming adapts to your calendar.
Training Frequency & Flexibility
Olympic Weightlifting programs are customized based on your availability and goals.
Options include:
- 2–5 training days per week
- Flexible programming based on recovery and experience
- Lift anytime access
Your coach will help determine the best training frequency for you.
Who Olympic Weightlifting Is For
This program is a great fit if you:
- Want to learn or improve the snatch and clean & jerk
- Prefer structured programming with technical focus
- Are training for competition or skill progression
- Want individualized modifications within a team environment
Both newer and experienced weightlifters are welcome.
Masters Lifter and National Record Holder. Currently holds the KY state record for Women’s 45kg, 49kg classes as well and an American Record! Best Snatch: 58kg Best Clean + Jerk: 74kg Best Total: 130kg
Masters Lifter. Competes locally 3-4 times per year. Kentucky State Record Holder in Snatch: 63kg, Clean & Jerk 75kg, and Total: 138kg Best Snatch: 68kg Best Clean + Jerk: 84kg
Junior Lifter. Has competed at University Nationals 2016, 2018 Currently holds the KY state record for Snatch (61kg) Clean + Jerk (76kg) and total (137kg) Best Snatch: 61kg Best Clean + Jerk: 84kg
Masters Lifter. Best Snatch: 75kg Best Clean + Jerk: 93kg
Masters Lifter. Jim currently holds the state records in the 69kg Masters class across the board: Snatch (86kg), Clean + Jerk (103kg), total (189kg) Jim also holds the Clean + Jerk record in the 77kg class at 116kg Best Snatch: 93kg Best Clean + Jerk: 120kg
Youth Lifter. Competed at Youth Nationals 2018 and 2019. In 2019 he won his session, 3rd Snatch, 7th Clean + Jerk, 5th Overall! Best Snatch: 20kg Best Clean + Jerk: 25kg
Youth Lifter. Competed at Youth Nationals 2019 Best Snatch: 15kg Best Clean + Jerk: 20kg
Junior Lifter. CJ is won 3rd overall/ across the board in the 62kg Youth 16-17 at Youth Nationals 2018!! CJ currently holds the state records in the 56kg and 62kg Youth Categories across the board! 56kg records: Snatch (58kg), Clean + Jerk (72kg), total (130kg) 62kg records:Snatch (65kg), Clean + Jerk (93kg), total (158kg) Best Snatch: 117kg Best Clean +Jerk: 145kg
Masters Lifter. Best Snatch: 100kg Best Clean + Jerk: 133kg
Senior Lifter. Competes Nationally at least 2 times per year. Best Snatch: 81kg Best Clean + Jerk 100kg
Senior Lifter. Best Snatch: 100kg Best Clean + Jerk: 122kg
Senior Lifter. Best Snatch: 120kg Best Clean + Jerk: 140kg
Masters Lifter. Best Snatch: 42kg Best Clean + Jerk: 60kg
Senior Lifter. Kentucky State Record Holder. Best Snatch: 83kg Best Clean + Jerk: 108kg
Senior Lifter. Best Snatch :97kg Best Clean & Jerk: 125kg
What happens next
As your experience, goals, or competition schedule change, programming evolves with you. Coaches help guide progressions, volume, and meet preparation over time.
Ready to Train with the team?
If you’re looking for focused Olympic lifting with expert coaching and flexible structure, this program is for you.
