Be an ITO at the 2026 IWF Qualifier in Doha
The 2026 IWF 1st Qualifier will be held in Doha, Qatar, from 7 – 16 December 2026.
The 2026 IWF 1st Qualifier will be held in Doha, Qatar, from 7 – 16 December 2026.

British Weight Lifting (BWL) is expanding its international coach education network through a new partnership with the National Weightlifting Association of Jamaica.

British Weight Lifting (BWL) and the Hungarian Weightlifting Federation (HWF) have formalised a new partnership that will see BWL coach education programmes delivered in Hungary through its Licensed Delivery Partner model.
The European Weightlifting Federation (EWF), in conjunction with the Nordic Weightlifting Federation (NWF), will hold an ITO Seminar and Workshop in Haugesund, Norway from 20 –22 November 2026, alongside the 2026 Nordic Youth, Junior and Senior Championships.
Strong is for everyone. And now, starting your weightlifting journey is easier than ever.British Weight Lifting has launched a brand new Introduction to Weightlifting online course - designed to help beginners understand the sport, learn the lifts and build a programme that works for them. It’s simple, self paced and packed with practical tools to help you grow.Whether you’re stepping onto the platform for the first time or looking to build confidence before joining a club, this course will help you find your strong.
In this article, we explore the key differences between children and adults.Understanding this helps coaches take a more informed, effective approach when working with youth athletes.Once you’ve read the article, we invite you to complete the knowledge checks and coach development activity. These will help you put learning into practice.
Aspiring to stand out in the competitive world of strength and conditioning? British Weight Lifting (BWL) is proud to offer its Level 4 Diploma in Coaching Strength and Conditioning; a comprehensive qualification designed to give coaches the edge and empower them to operate at the very highest standard.

The British Weight Lifting Foundation (BWL Foundation) is pleased to confirm 37 successful applicants for the 2026 Coaching Scholarship, a programme designed to support the development of the next generation of qualified coaches across the UK.

British Weight Lifting (BWL) has launched a new specialist coaching qualification designed to elevate the standard of youth training across the UK.The Level 3 Certificate in Coaching Youth Weightlifting equips coaches with the skills, knowledge and confidence to support children and adolescents through safe, developmentally appropriate weightlifting.
Want some practical advice to improve your squat? Tips and tricks to refine your clean? British Weight Lifting’s (BWL) practical workshops deliver eyes-on coaching, expert insight, and a six-week programme to help you train with confidence.