Build Confidence. Master Basics. Start Strength at Sheffield Weightlifting Club.

• A friendly, guided 4-week course that teaches proper form, safety, and foundational lifts using barbells, dumbbells, and kettlebells.

• Join the 4-week Basics Course – Reserve Your Spot Today

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Course overview  - What is the Strength Training Basics course?

• A structured, supportive introduction to strength training for absolute beginners.

• Over four weeks, you’ll learn safe technique for essential movements, build a solid movement baseline, gain confidence with common gym equipment, and establish habits that make lifting feel approachable and enjoyable.

• This course is ideal for anyone new to strength training or returning after time away.

 

Why join Sheffield Weightlifting Club

• Safe, welcoming environment led by qualified coaches who prioritise technique and injury prevention.

• Class sizes tailored to ensure personalized feedback and rapid progress.

• Progressive, rules-based programming that matches your pace and builds real strength.

• Email or in-person support to help you stay motivated and consistent.

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What you’ll learn (week-by-week)

• Week 1: Foundations and safety

  • Focus: basic movement patterns (squat, hinge, push, pull), breathing, bracing, and how to use the gym safely.

  • Equipment introduction: barbells, dumbbells, kettlebells, and basic accessories.

  • Outcome: move with more confidence and understand how to approach a training session.

• Week 2: Technique fundamentals

  • Focus: refining core lifts with proper form, setup cues, and simple progression strategies.

  • Outcome: perform beginner-friendly movements with control and stability.

• Week 3: Building consistency

  • Focus: combining movements into a simple, beginner-friendly routine; learning how to track progress and set realistic goals.

  • Outcome: complete a complete, safe workout from warm-up to cooldown.

• Week 4: Autonomy and next steps

  • Focus: applying what’s learned to a personalized plan, understanding how to select weights, reps, and sets.

  • Outcome: walk away with a confident, sustainable plan and a clear path for continued improvement.

 

Course format

• Duration: 4 weeks

• Weekly structure: 1 coached group session + 2 additional self-led practice recommended per week

• Location: Sheffield Weightlifting Club CIC facility

• Equipment: barbells, dumbbells, kettlebells, plates, and safe lifting platforms provided

• Safety: emphasis on warm-ups, form checks, and injury prevention

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Who this is for

• Absolute beginners who want to start strength training but aren’t sure where to begin.

• People returning to training after a break, seeking a supportive re-entry.

• Individuals who want to learn proper technique before moving to independent workouts.

 

Coaches and approach

• Your instructors are experienced, supportive professionals who’ve helped hundreds of beginners gain confidence and build lasting training habits.

• Small group settings ensure hands-on coaching, constructive feedback, and a non-judgmental environment.

 

Outcomes you can expect

• Increased confidence performing basic lifts with proper form.

• Foundational strength across major movement patterns.

• A clear, simple plan to continue training after the course.

• A supportive community in Sheffield Weightlifting Club to keep you motivated.

 

Pricing and registration

• Transparent pricing with a simple sign-up process

• Limited spots to ensure individualized attention

• Includes initial movement screening, safety briefing, and a starter resource kit (tip sheets, beginner workout log)

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