Classes

Our coaches are certified professionals who will educate, motivate and help you reach your goals. It doesn't matter if you are new to exercise, have never set foot in a gym, or are an elite athlete setting sights on the olympics, or anywhere in between. We have dedicated coaching times and classes to suit all needs and abilities, our goal is to get you training regularly and effectively, to obtain results you want.

Train at Asylum

Olympic Weightlifting & Powerlifting Classes in Newtownards

Asylum Strength provides coached Olympic Weightlifting and Powerlifting sessions in Newtownards for beginners, developing lifters and experienced competitors. Our classes combine qualified coaching, structured training and a supportive club environment.

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Olympic Weightlifting Classes

Our Olympic Weightlifting classes develop the snatch and clean & jerk through progressive technical coaching. Beginners learn movement, positions and barbell skills, while experienced lifters refine technique, develop strength and prepare for competition.

Powerlifting Classes

Our Powerlifting sessions focus on the squat, bench press and deadlift. Coaching covers technique, appropriate progression and structured strength development for members training recreationally or preparing to compete.

Why Choose Our Classes?


Qualified Coaching

Learn from qualified coaches with extensive practical and competitive experience.

Structured Training

Classes follow structured programming that develops strength, power and technical skill.

Supportive Community

Train alongside members who share your interest in strength, lifting and performance.

For All Levels

From complete beginners through to experienced competitive lifters.

We believe strength training is about more than numbers on a barbell. It develops confidence, physical capability and skills that support performance both inside and outside the gym.

Who Are Our Classes For?

Youth lifters:
supervised coaching and an appropriate introduction to lifting.
Beginners:
clear coaching to build a strong technical foundation.
Developing lifters:
technical refinement, structured strength training and progression.
Competitive lifters:
technical development and competition preparation.
Sports athletes:
develop lifting skill, strength and power that support performance in your sport.

Join Asylum Strength

Choosing Asylum Strength means joining a community that values consistent training, personal development and helping each other improve. Our Olympic Weightlifting and Powerlifting classes provide the coaching and structure needed to progress.

Every member has different goals. Some want to build strength, some want to learn new skills, and others are preparing for their first competition. Our coach led sessions combine structured training with individual support so each lifter can train at the right level.

We also provide competition preparation, including rules and commands, warm ups and meet day strategy, helping lifters arrive prepared and confident when they step onto the platform.

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Ready to Start Training?

View our membership options or contact us if you would like help choosing the right class.