Olympic Weightlifting

Weightlifting is arguably the most spectacular of all Olympic sports. Weightlifting epitomises the human desire to seek out challenges, to attempt to do what is seemingly impossible, and to succeed. At the highest level, weightlifting is very much a contest between an athlete and his or her belief in themselves. It is a pure test of flesh and blood against iron and gravity.

The Queensland Weightlifting Association (QWA) strives to promote weightlifting as a healthy and enjoyable sport for all.

Through its system of clubs around the state of Queensland, Australia, the QWA provides quality coaching for beginners to elite athletes, and offers an organised program of events for men and women aged from their ‘teen years through to the Masters categories.

Damon Kelly 2008 Olympian
2006 Commonwealth Games Silver Medallist

The Queensland Government is proud to provide funding for the Queensland Weightlifting Association to get more Queenslanders active through sport and recreation.

Deborah Acason
2008, 2004 Olympian
2006 Commonwealth Games Gold Medallist

The QWA also offers training for coaches and officials and, as an affiliated member of the Australian Weightlifting Federation, opportunities to participate in national and international events.


This web site is designed to provide a range of free services and information for committed weightlifting enthusiasts and those with just a passing interest alike.

The site contains athlete profiles, competition results, state and national rankings, basic training schedules, articles and newsletters, a discussion forum, plus a whole lot more.

No liability is assumed for the information provided on this web site. All opinions expressed are those of the writers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of  Queensland Weightlifting Association Inc, or the Webmaster. The Queensland Weightlifting Association Inc. recommends that any person intending to undertake a program of weightlifting training does so in consultation with a licensed health care professional. Always check with your doctor before beginning any type of exercise program.
 

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