Lift for Gold weightlifting pilot programme runs in both South and West Auckland with one of its main focus points being ‘Building Resilient Athletes of Character’ who are capable of achieving in all aspects of life.
The programme is an opportunity to identify local talent who can develop into future Commonwealth Games medalists and Olympic Game representatives.
Lift for Gold is run through the Papatoetoe Olympic Weightlifting Club and coached by Simon Kent. Delivered at the Kolmar Centre in Papatoetoe and the Trust Arena in West Auckland