Olympic Weightlifting tests and develops explosive strength. The mixture of power and strength expressed through precise techniques is the kind of weightlifting you see at the Olympic Games. At CrossFit Twente, you can get started on Olympic Weightlifting by joining group classes or workshops. It’s also possible to develop your weightlifting skills during personal training sessions. To promote the sport (so you can get a taste of it), we also host competitions like ‘Trekk’n & Stoot’n’.
It doesn’t matter what your level is— our athletes range from all kinds of beginners to a three-time National Champion. You can join the classes to either compete in Olympic Weightlifting, improve your techniques or to simply enjoy the sport. During the classes, we’ll develop your strength and upgrade your techniques. Besides being able to lift more and more weight, you’ll become more muscular, stronger and toned. After gaining more and more experience, you’ll be able to gracefully perform the exercises while handling the right techniques.
At CrossFit Twente, you’ll find all the gear you need for Olympic Weightlifting. Our dedicated lifting area is filled with platforms, jerk blocks, pulling blocks, a power rack, benches, Eleiko squat racks, Eleiko lifting bars, other specialty barbells and all the chalk you need. Besides great gear to work with, you’ll be trained by the best weightlifting coaches in the area— we take a lot of pride in performing in and winning multiple National and International Championships. And, our coaches are of course certified by Eleiko and/or CrossFit.
OUR OLYMPIC WEIGHTLIFTING CLASSES
Olympic Weightlifting is a mixture of power and strength. Properly executed, exercises like the snatch, clean and jerk become both dynamic and explosive while appearing graceful. During classes, workshops or personal training, we’ll teach you:
Whether you want to improve your techniques for the CrossFit classes or want to develop more explosive power: Olympic Weightlifting is for you.
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Want to test your strength and have some fun? Join us, CrossFit Twente & Weightlifting Twente for our Trekk’n & Stoot’n weightlifting meet on Saturday, October 25!
This is not an official competition, but we will follow most of the normal weightlifting rules so you get the real experience.
Who Can Join
- Open to members and non-members
- Cost: €7,50 per person
How It Works
- We will do Snatch and Clean & Jerk
- You get three attempts for each lift
- We use Sinclair scoring with age bonus, so everyone has a fair chance to win
- Optional bodyweight weigh-in (recommended so your score counts)
- You choose your first weight at check-in and can go heavier after each attempt
Concept schedule
- 9 AM Doors open and check-in.
- Snatch first, then a short break, then Clean & Jerk.
- 16 PM Group picture and prize ceremony.
What to Wear
- Wear clothes where we can see your knees and elbows clearly.
- Weightlifting singlet, shoes and belt are okay but not required.
How to Sign Up
Reserve your spot: https://cftwente.sportbitapp.nl/web/nl/events/42813
Fill in your details: https://forms.gle/EJUGz1XGesWXoNUC8
Visitors & Helpers
Friends and family are welcome to watch!
We also need volunteers to help with loading bars, timing, and cheering.
Questions?
Contact Joris Trooster – jjtrooster@gmail.com
Come lift, cheer for each other, and have a great day together. See you on October 25! 🏋️🔥
THE NATIONALS SEASON 9 INCOMING!
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A group of members have joined The Nationals in recent years. It’s a fun challenge at your own level. You don’t need to pick a division yourself: the Placement Workout decides where you belong. That way, you’ll always compete against people of the same level.
🔗 More info: jointhenationals.com
How it works
- Placement Workout: Do this workout in our box on September 20. Based on your result, you’ll be placed in the right division.
- Events: Four workouts, all done in our box, on the dates below.
- After all events, if you’re at the top of your division, you qualify for the live finale in Arnhem!
Dates in our box
• Placement Workout: September 20
• Event 1: November 8
• Event 2: December 6
• Event 3: January 10
• Event 4: February 7
At our gym
- Workouts are done on Saturdays between 12:00–14:00.
- Only if it’s really impossible can you do them in open gym—without disturbing classes.
- There is no coaching during the Nationals. Preparation and execution are your own responsibility.
How to join
1. Sign up at jointhenationals.com.
2. Register for the Placement Workout in our schedule, so we know you’re in!
This is your chance to push yourself, compete at your own level, and maybe even reach the live finale in Arnhem. Who’s ready? 💪
WORKOUT OF THE DAY 🔥
For time:
Row 1000 Meters
50 Push jerks, 43 / 29 Kg
30 Pull-Ups
100 Double-Unders
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PRIDE WOD 2025
Everyone is welcome at our place! 💖
Thank you for joining!!
