Available Coaches:
We have a couple of requests from beginners who want to start powerlifting but don't know of any coaches. We have reached out to the CPA community to ask if anyone is a coach, and would be keen to help beginners. If you are a coach and would like to be on this list, please check here.
Benjamin Calder-Lee
Instagram: Ben.liftz
Email: benjamincl333@outlook.com
Qualifications: Bachelor’s of Sport Coaching Degree from the University of Canterbury, First Aid Certificate.
Ben is a competitive powerlifter and coach based in Canterbury. He has competed and coached athletes at the highest level of the sport, participating in Commonwealth and Junior Worlds Championships. Ben is a results-driven and passionate coach and athlete. His theoretical base of learning and experience continually allows him to apply valuable and systematic insights into our training to push you to be your best
Ben is available for online coaching and will offer in-person services starting mid-March. Reach out to his Instagram @ben.liftz for more information.
Gillian Hurndell (Blenheim based)
Email: gillianhurndell@outlook.com
Qualifications: Fitlink Certificate in Fitness L4 and ISSA Certified Fitness Trainer & Specialist in Strength and Conditioning
Gillian is a personal trainer and powerlifting strength coach based out of Snap Fitness in Blenheim. She has been powerlifting for 6 years and coaching for 18 months.
Gillian is available for in-person or online coaching
Blurb: Gillian recently coached her first athlete at the Canterbury Raw Cup in 2021 to first place in her category. Gillian is currently training to qualify for the 2023 World Championships and tell's us Deadlits are her favourite lift.
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