Area 8 Special Olympic Weightlifting in Hilton Head Island, SC

Special Olympic Weightlifting at CrossFit Coastal Carolina & Tidal Training
   
How it Works?

In the Special Olympics, powerlifting is much more than deadlift, squat or bench press. It is effort, persistence and courage. Training, determination and attitude, are the key facts that define the balance between a successful or a failed attempt. The barbell, despite testing the physical strength, is also highlighting the athlete’s inner wish to improve, “not to make compromises."

The International Powerlifting Federation, which is the international governing body for the sport of powerlifting, has been supporting Special Olympics lifters for years. In April 2013, the IPF and Special Olympics agreed to work together to grow the sport worldwide for people with intellectual disabilities. CrossFit Coastal Carolina & Tidal Training is host to the Area 8 Special Olympic Powerlifting Team. Any athlete with any range of experience can join the program upon completion of an evaluation with Coach Rachel or Coach Ben. We meet the athletes where they are, teach them the olympic lifts with proper form, and purchase them the equipment they need. The end goal for our athletes is to compete in sanctioned powerlifting meets, in which all expenses are covered. However, we welcome many athletes that come to practice for physical activity and social interaction with no desire to compete.

The team trains Monday and Wednesday evenings from 5:30-6:30.