BWLA AWARD FOR SPORT LEVEL 2 WEIGHTLIFTING
This award is designed for those who have completed the level 1 award for sport who wish to further their knowledge in strength and power development, utilising the two classical lifts, the two hands snatch and the two hands clean and jerk, assist exercises and programme development.
INTRODUCTION TO THE TWO HANDS SNATCH
Covering the mechanics of the movement, key positions during the execution of the lift. (Squat and split style)Theory – classroom
INTRODUCTION TO THE TWO HANDS CLEAN AND JERK
Covering the mechanics of the lift, key positions during the execution of the lift. (squat and split clean)Theory – classroom
THE TWO HANDS SNATCH
Coaches will be introduced to the snatch balance exercises, the pull, developing the full movement, squat and split style movements will be covered.Practical - weights room
THE TWO HANDS CLEAN AND JERK
Coaches will be introduced to the jerk balance exercises, squat and split style cleans, the pull, developing to full movement.Practical – weights room
CLASS TEACHING
Tutor lead, coaches will be taken through teaching methods of the lifts.Practical – weights room
GROUP TEACHING
Within their own specific groups coaches will be giving various movements to teach.Practical – weights room
POWER ASSIST EXERCISES
These are important movements in power development in their own right.The Power Clean The Power Snatch The Snatch Pull The Clean Pull Practical – weights room
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
How to introduce the snatch and clean and jerk within a training programme, from balance exercises, power assist exercises, gradually developing into the full movements.Theory – classroom
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENTCoaches will be asked to demonstrate the Snatch and Clean Jerk.
THEORY PAPERWill cover aspects covered over the course. Not multi - choice.1½ hours.
For full details contact the BWLA office on 0113 812 7098
