The Burgener Weightlifting Course
Two days of learning, performing and teaching the fundamentals, drills and positions of Olympic Weightlifting
Course Details
The Burgener Weightlifting Level 1 Course is for lifters, coaches, and everyday athletes who want to feel confident, skilled, and capable in the Olympic lifts. Whether you’re looking to improve your own technique or coach others, you need a clear, effective method to perform safely, efficiently and effectively in the snatch and clean & jerk.
Weightlifting can feel intimidating. Complex techniques, confusing cues, and frustrating plateaus often leave athletes and coaches feeling stuck or unsure of how to progress. That’s where we come in. At Burgener Strength, we’ve spent decades refining a simple, proven system trusted by over 30,000 coaches to make the snatch and clean & jerk accessible to everyone. This two-day course dedicates 8 hours to the snatch and 8 hours to the clean & jerk, providing expert instruction, hands-on practice, and practical tools to develop a solid foundation. Our progressions simplify the lifts into manageable steps, helping you move with confidence and teach with clarity.
The Burgener Weightlifting Level 1 Course is your opportunity to build the skills and knowledge you need to succeed. Enroll today.
Course Objectives
Stance, grip, and position are critical components for every lift performed in weightlifting.
10 movements that break down the complexity of the snatch into practical, effective, and specific movements in order to dial in technical efficiency.
The first and most effective position for teaching a new athlete how to snatch or clean.
Critical for both the snatch and clean, as it puts the body in a position to generate speed and power throughout the remainder of the lift.
Learn how to properly “set up” and lift the barbell from the floor to the knees.
How to properly grip and receive the bar when performing a Clean.
5 variations that help teach and develop a strong receiving position in the clean.
5 movements that break down the complexity of the clean into practical, effective and specific movements in order to dial in technical efficiency.
5 progressive movements that teach an athlete how to take the barbell from shoulder to overhead.
Learn the 5 points of performance for the split jerk through a detailed diagram that marks the feet.
Course Timeline
Day 1
(09:00 – 17:00)
09:00 – Course Objective
09.30 – Fundamentals for the Snatch
10:30 – Burgener Warm-Up for the Snatch
11:30 – Snatch Skill Transfer Exercises
12:30 – Split Snatch
13:00 – Lunch
14:00 – Positions: High Hang + Mid Thigh Snatch
15:00 – Positions: Hang Snatch/Launch Position
16:00 – Positions: Start Position/First Pull
17:00 – Secure
Day 2
(09:00 – 17:00)
09:00 – Snatch Review
10:00 – Snatch Breakout
11:00 – Clean Fundamentals
11:10 – Front Squats
11:30 – Burgener Warm-Up for the Clean
12:00 – Positions: Clean
12:45 – Adjustments for the Jerk
13:00 – Lunch
14:00 – Jerk Skill Transfer Exercises
14:30 – Split Jerk
15:15 – Clean and Jerk Breakout
16:00 – Implementation of course material
17:00 – Secure
Additional Details
- None. These courses are open to both coaches and athletes, and all experience levels are welcome.
The default language is English, unless otherwise stated on the course registration page.
Upon successful completion of this course, the participant may claim 14 CEUs towards their continuing education.
-Receive a 10% early bird discount if you sign up before 6 weeks of course date.
Additional Information
- We reserve the right to update pricing at any time. Pricing is applicable at the time registration is opened.
- *Includes VAT.
Please email us to inquire about available discounts for:
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Active duty or retired (upon 20 years of service or permanent medical retirement):
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military personnel;
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first responders;
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law enforcement personnel
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Groups of 5 or more people
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