The UWSC facilitates a supportive gym environment for UW gym-goers. We aim to break down barriers for beginners, by teaching members how to lift weights in a safe and healthy manner. We especially make efforts to encourage more women to join the gym space and kickstart their gym journey. Our club encompasses different fitness disciplines including powerlifting, olympic lifting, bodybuilding, calisthenics, and general strength.
Membership Information
$10
Below is our current inventory of equipment
Loop Cable Attachment, Bands & Arm Loops
Power & Olympic Bars
MAG Grips
Clips, Change Plates, Chalk & Tripod
Bench Mat
Deadlift Jack
SSB Bar
Swiss Bar
T-Bar Row
Weighing Scale
Loop Cable Attachment, Bands & Arm Loops
Power & Olympic Bars
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*Memberships are active for only the term they are purchased.
*Membership may be revoked if member breaks WlooRec or our guidelines.
*All members may join the discord community for free
Come on out to our FREE introduction session where we'll be giving a presentation on the ins and outs of Strength Club. Come prepared to hit an optional lift-together with us after!
Join us for Sheffield 2025, the biggest and most exciting event of the year in the world of powerlifting! Witness elite athletes from around the globe compete at the highest level, showcasing strength, determination, and raw power. Whether you're a die-hard fan or new to the sport, this is an experience you won't want to miss. Come for the entire event or drop by for part of it—just be sure to bring your snacks, cheer for your favorites, and soak in the incredible atmosphere. Let's make it a fun and memorable celebration of strength together!
Come out and join our female execs for an empowering women-only lifting event during women's hours. We will take you through a workout and provide tips and tricks for helping you achieve your gym goals.
Do you want to get started in powerlifting? Want to learn everything needed to get ready for your first Powerlifting Meet? Come out to our Beginner Powerlifing Seminar! At our seminar, you'll learn everything from how to train like a powerlifter and ace your first meet to what to look for in a coach.
Do you think your the fittest member of strength club? This event is your chance to prove it. Participants will be competing in 3 different events, Max deadhang, Plank, and wall sit. Winners will receive prizes!
Come test your max squat, bench, and deadlift in our end of term mock powerlifting meet. Get all the experience of competing at a real powerlifting meet without the same pressure!
Meet the Team!
Jacob
Aiden
Abeni
Jayden
Liv
Leo
Nowshin
Want to be part of a strong, supportive, and driven powerlifting community? Join the University of Waterloo’s powerlifting team and compete in the OPA/CPU alongside like-minded athletes. Whether you're an experienced lifter or just starting your journey, we welcome dedicated individuals who are ready to work hard, push their limits, and grow in a team-focused environment. We recruit at the beginning of every term, so stay tuned to our Instagram for updates—don’t miss your chance to represent UW and take your lifting to the next level!
Meet Day Bag
Team Only Bar
Competition Collars,Baby Powder, Smelling Salts
Team Carpet
Meet Day Bag
Team Only Bar
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Assistant Captain
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