Welcome to UW Strength Club

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.

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Membership Information

$10

  • Access to ALL UWSC workshops, seminars, lift-togethers and competitions
  • Access to specialty UWSC equipment at PAC
  • Discounts through our partners (Biosteel, Domino's etc.)
  • Opportunity to be featured on Member Mondays

Below is our current inventory of equipment

*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

Fall 2025 Events

Street Lifting

Saturday October 25th 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

PAC Fitness Centre

Get ready for the ultimate test of upper-body strength the UWSC Street Lifting Competition! This event features 1 rep max weighted dips and pull-ups. Whether you’re chasing a new PR or just want test your strength with the strongest lifters on campus, this is your chance. All experience levels are welcome. Prizes awarded to winners!

Street Lifting

Battle of the Barbells Mock Meet

Saturday November 29th 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

PAC Fitness Centre

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!

Battle of the Barbells Mock Meet

F2025 Team

Meet the Team!

Jacob

Jacob

President, Powerlifting
Aiden

Aiden

Director of Finance & Sponsorships, Powerlifting
Abeni

Abeni

Webmaster, General Strength
Jayden

Jayden

Director of Promotions, General Strength
Liv

Liv

Secretary & Powerlifting Team Captain
Nowshin

Nowshin

Director of Merchandise, Powerlifting

Meet the UWSC Powerlifting Team !

UWSC Powerlifting Team Group Photo

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/CANPL 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!

Our Exclusive Equipment

Our Leadership

Liv

Liv

Captain

Jacob

Jacob

Assistant Captain

Aiden

Aiden

Assistant Captain

Leo

Leo

Assistant Captain