Olympic Weightlifting Clinic: The Fundamentals
You, the members asked for it, and now you get it! OLYMPIC WEIGHTLIFTING CLINIC!!!
This clinic will be held on Saturday October 15th, from 1pm -4pm. Led by USAW Olympic Weightlifting Coach Jesse Malcomb, this clinic will cover the fundamentals for the Clean and Jerk and the SNATCH. All SKILL LEVELS WELCOME!
This could be especially useful for those that are planning on competing in the throwdown.
Content of this 3 hour informal hands on clinic:
1.) 2 hours of Discussion and Drills
‐ Overview of the Fundamentals of the Snatch and C&J
‐ Discussing the Role of Olympic Lifts in Crossfit Workouts
‐ Addressing the 5 Most Common Faults in the Snatch and C&J
‐ Reviewing and Demonstrating Remedial Exercises and Drills to Correct these Faults
2.) 1 hour of Practical
‐ Snatch & Clean and Jerk (30 minutes apiece)
(Everyone will practice each lift, where we will walk around to identify and troubleshoot individual issues)
About the instructor:
Jesse Malcomb has been a competitive weightlifter for over 10 years, competing in multiple national championships and winning 5 state titles. Jesse has studied and trained under international‐level weightlifting coaches and world renowned sports scientists including Dr. Mel Siff, Artie Dreshler, and David Miller. He has coached dozens of local, regional, and national level athletes in both weightlifting and powerlifting.
Certifications:
‐ USAW Level 1 Olympic Weightlifting Coach & USAW State Level Certified Referee
‐ USAPL Senior National Powerlifting Coach & USAPL State Level Certified Referee
‐ SuperTraining Certification, 2003
‐ American Heart Association ‐ CPR, First Aid, and AED Certified
‐ Class A Coaching Certification – Special Olympics Colorado and Southern California
Education and Background:
‐ University of Colorado – Boulder, Economics
‐ 10 Years as an Engineer and Executive in the Renewable Energy Industry
‐ Vice President, Colorado USAW Local Weightlifting Committee (2006‐2011)
‐ Selected as Head Coach for Team Colorado – 2010 Special Olympics National Games
‐ Head Coach – Team Boulder Special Olympics Powerlifting (2003‐2010)
Time and fees for this clinic:
If you are interested in signing up, the cost for this 3 hour clinic is: $35 and can be paid in person at CrossFit 858 or online via our Mindbody Online Store (members only)
Once again, this clinic will be held on Saturday October 15th, from 1pm -4pm at CrossFit 858