Fundamentals of Teaching the Olympic Lifts for Sport Performance

This presentation focuses on the teaching progressions for the two Olympic lifts: the clean and jerk, and the snatch. These lifts are crucial for developing athletic performance. With the rise in popularity of fitness programs that incorporate these movements, it has become even more vital to ensure proper teaching and program design. The session will provide a clear, step-by-step outline for coaching these complex lifts, helping participants to build a solid foundation for their students. The emphasis will be on safe and effective technique to maximize performance gains and prevent injury. Program design and alternative movements will also be discussed to help coaches and instructors appropriately integrate these lifts into training regimens.