USPC Coach Certification
Upcoming Certifications
USPC Level 1 Coach Certification
The USPC Level 1 Coaching Certification is designed to teach the fundamentals of powerlifting coaching from the ground up. Whether you are a lifter looking to begin coaching, a current coach seeking to expand your knowledge, or a fitness professional wanting to better serve strength athletes, this certification provides a comprehensive foundation in powerlifting coaching principles.
The certification will cover:
• The Science of Strength
• Squat Technique, Assessment, and Coaching Cues
• Bench Press Technique, Assessment, and Coaching Cues
• Deadlift Technique, Assessment, and Coaching Cues
• Training Phases, Blocks, and Periodization
• Programming and Progression Schemes
• Recovery, Rest Intervals, and Deload Strategies
• Equipment Selection and Application in Training
• Competition Preparation and Peaking Strategies
• Athlete Assessment and Coaching Considerations
• Coaching Athletes Across Different Experience Levels
• And More
Participants will gain both classroom instruction and practical hands-on experience throughout the certification. An online examination will be required for successful completion, along with satisfactory participation and demonstrated comprehension during the practical coaching sessions.
Upon successful completion, participants will receive official recognition as a USPC Level 1 Certified Coach and become eligible for future advanced USPC coaching certifications.
The certification will cover:
• The Science of Strength
• Squat Technique, Assessment, and Coaching Cues
• Bench Press Technique, Assessment, and Coaching Cues
• Deadlift Technique, Assessment, and Coaching Cues
• Training Phases, Blocks, and Periodization
• Programming and Progression Schemes
• Recovery, Rest Intervals, and Deload Strategies
• Equipment Selection and Application in Training
• Competition Preparation and Peaking Strategies
• Athlete Assessment and Coaching Considerations
• Coaching Athletes Across Different Experience Levels
• And More
Participants will gain both classroom instruction and practical hands-on experience throughout the certification. An online examination will be required for successful completion, along with satisfactory participation and demonstrated comprehension during the practical coaching sessions.
Upon successful completion, participants will receive official recognition as a USPC Level 1 Certified Coach and become eligible for future advanced USPC coaching certifications.
USPC CERTIFIED COACHES
These individuals have successfully completed the USPC Level 1 Coaching Certification, an immersive educational program designed to develop the knowledge, skills, and practical application necessary to coach the sport of powerlifting. Participants completed comprehensive instruction covering strength science, movement assessment, programming, periodization, competition preparation, and coaching methodology, along with hands-on practical application of the material presented throughout the course.
In addition, each individual has successfully passed the required certification examination and maintains a current USPC membership, earning the official designation of USPC Certified Coach.
The following individuals are recognized as certified USPC Coaches:
In addition, each individual has successfully passed the required certification examination and maintains a current USPC membership, earning the official designation of USPC Certified Coach.
The following individuals are recognized as certified USPC Coaches:
Reviews
Was great, very informative even for us experienced lifters. Tim did a very good job explaining the info he had and breaking things down. Looking forward to a level 2 especially for my group.
-Clayton Workman
Owner
Monsters Bent Barbell
Parkersburg, WV
-Clayton Workman
Owner
Monsters Bent Barbell
Parkersburg, WV
Course was great! Paynter did great too and made everything easy to understand and comprehend.
Heather Offenberger
Pro Powerlifter
Heather Offenberger
Pro Powerlifter
Dr. Ayngelia Ara
Timothy Paynter
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Donald Hunt - June 2024
Jennifer JB Bryan-February 2023
Barry Adamson-October 2022
Ethan Becker-Mendito - January 2022
Tony Huang- January 2022
Morgan Rogers - January 2022
Ashley Brooks - July 2021
Neal Collins - July 2021
Bryant Thornton - July 2021
Robert Velisek - July 2021
Timothy Paynter
Ben Gregg - June 2024
Khemeran Ing - June 2024
Steven Riddle - June 2024
Donald Hunt - June 2024
Jennifer JB Bryan-February 2023
Barry Adamson-October 2022
Ethan Becker-Mendito - January 2022
Tony Huang- January 2022
Morgan Rogers - January 2022
Ashley Brooks - July 2021
Neal Collins - July 2021
Bryant Thornton - July 2021
Robert Velisek - July 2021