The Spanish Weightlifting Federation Elections were held on 17th December 2016 in the City of Madrid. Mr. Constantino Iglesias was unanimously elected as President with the eligible votes from the representatives of all Regional Federations, Clubs, Coaches, Referees and athletes in Spain. The former President, Mr. Emilio Estarlik received recognition for his long term work […]
Thai Amateur Weightlifting Association (TAWA) has just concluded a Coaching Course in the framework of the IWF Development Program 2016. The program was called “Advanced Level for Coach” and was held on 16–18 December 2016 in Bangkok, Thailand. Main objectives were to develop and strengthen coaching knowledge on an advanced level i.e. Weightlifting Injury and […]
German Weightlifting Federation BVDG shows unity During the Electoral Congress on 10 December, the regional federations of the German Weightlifting Federation demonstrated unity as President Christian Baumgartner was re-elected unanimously for another four year term to his post. Alexander Meinhard-Heib (Vice President Sport), Patrick Fassott (Vice President Finance and Administration) and Carsten Diemer (Youth Sport) […]
Mariusz Jędra has been elected as the successor of Szymon Kołecki as the chairman of Polish Weightlifting Federation for a term of four years. Mariusz Jędra has been elected as the successor of Szymon Kołecki as the chairman of Polish Weightlifting Federation for a term of four years. The election took place during 21st Domestic […]
The Finnish Weightlifting Federation’s Congress was held on 26th November 2016 in City of Tampere. President: Mr. Kimmo Kuukasjärvi (2 year term) General Secretary: Mr. Tomi Tolsa 1st Vice President: Mr. Heikki Rautapuro 2nd Vice President: Mr. Antti Everi Executive Board Members: Mr. Antti Seppälä Mrs. Jenni Ruotsi Mr. Petri Tanninen Mr. Santeri Siltala Congratulations […]