Olympic Style Weightlifting
Lily Weightlifting • 3660 Plaza Dr, #1A Ann Arbor, MI 48108 Organized by Ann Arbor Public School SystemAbout this event
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Description
Grades K - 5th. Enjoy a safe, fun way to discover the world of strength training. Feel a sense of accomplishment as you gradually see improvements in your abilities and physical confidence, which can translate to greater self-esteem and resilience in everyday life. Learn how to master the snatch and clean and jerk (the two core Olympic weightlifting movements) while using specially designed, kid-friendly equipment to minimize risks and ensure personal safety. Our certified instructors are experienced in teaching Olympic weightlifting techniques tailored for young participants and will prioritize proper form, technique, and equipment usage with the ultimate goal of instilling a love for physical activity and promoting lifelong healthy habits. Classes are open to aspiring athletes of all levels, providing an inclusive and supportive environment. We ask that parents remain present throughout the class. Instructors: Joelle Emery and Jeff Pillars. 6 classes. No class 11/28.
Meet Our Instructors:
Jeff is a USA Weightlifting National Coach, a USA Weightlifting Level 1 Coaching Instructor, and has been coaching weightlifting since 2008. He holds a masters degree in exercise physiology from Eastern Michigan University. With over 10,000 hours of Group and Private training under his belt, Jeff enjoys finding the path to success for each individual ranging from those who begin with extreme limitations to competitive athletes.
Joelle is a USA Weightlifting National Coach and a nationally competitive lifter. She has a BA in Psychology and Child Development and a MA in Mental Health Counseling and Behavioral Medicine. She loves sharing her passion for weightlifting with all ages, and takes pride in watching the transformation people experience when they discover their own strength.
Online registration closes at 12 noon two days before the class begins. To register after online registration has closed (depending on class availability), please call 734-994-2300 ext. 0.
Grades
Kindergarten - 5th Grade
Location
Lily Weightlifting at Lily Weightlifting
Instructor
Joelle Emery