Josh SUMMERSGILL
Weightlifting Coach
“Nobody has the right to be an amateur in the matter of physical training. It is a shame for any person to grow old without seeing the beauty and strength of which their body is capable”
– Socrates
About Me
My name is Josh Summersgill, and I’m a British Masters Weightlifting Champion and Olympic Weightlifting Coach based in Warrington.
I hold the full suite of British Weightlifting Coaching Qualifications (Levels 1, 2 & 3) and have over 12 years of coaching experience, having now worked with more than 600 athletes — from complete beginners to multiple British Champions.
I’m passionate about helping people unlock their potential through Olympic Weightlifting, whether that’s building sustainable strength and staying strong, mobile and capable well into your 60s and beyond, or pursuing competitive goals.
I truly believe you should practice what you teach. That’s why I continue to compete at a high level myself — most recently finishing 6th at the European Championships. This real-world experience, combined with my formal qualifications, shapes every programme I create.
I take a personalised, holistic approach with every client. No cookie-cutter plans. I focus on your individual goals, lifestyle, and how you learn best — because real progress happens when training fits your life, not the other way around.
Whether you’re over 40 and training for longevity and lifelong strength, or you’re looking to compete, I’m here to help you get stronger, move better, and enjoy the process.
Your Training Goals
1. Lifters 40+ Training for Longevity & Strength
You want to stay strong, mobile, and capable as you get older. You’re not necessarily competing — you’re training to feel younger, move better, maintain muscle and bone density, and enjoy an active life for decades to come.
This is our main focus. Our Masters Olympic Weightlifting programme is built specifically for you.
2. Competitive & Performance-Focused Athletes
You want to improve your Olympic lifts, chase bigger numbers, or compete. You’re looking for structured, high-performance programming with clear progression.
Our Competition Olympic Weightlifting programming is designed for you.
Whether you’re over 40 and training for long-term health and strength, or you’re aiming to compete, we create fully personalised programmes that actually work for your life and goals.
Coaching Packages
ONLINE COACHING PACKAGES
Masters Olympic Weightlifting (40+ Longevity Focus)
£200 per month
Designed specifically for lifters aged 40 and over who want to build sustainable strength, improve mobility, and stay strong, capable and independent for life.
- Fully custom Olympic weightlifting programming tailored for longevity and joint health
- Monthly nutrition guidance and phone check-ins
- Video form feedback on your lifts
- Direct access to myself
Competition Olympic Weightlifting
£160 per month
High-performance programming for athletes who want to compete, improve technique or chase bigger weightlifting numbers.
- Competition-focused programming (technique, strength blocks & peaking)
- Video form feedback as needed
- Weekly message based check-ins
- Structured progression designed to maximise your Olympic lifts
COACHING PACKAGES
In-Person Private Coaching
Train directly with me at AMG Lifting Lab in Warrington.
- 1 session per week – £200 per month
- 2 sessions per week – £400 per month
- 3 sessions per week – £600 per month
Nutrition Coaching
Personalised nutritional support to fuel your training, recovery, fat loss or muscle gain – £80 per month
Combined Packages (Best Value)
Standard Package – £200 per month
Masters Olympic Weightlifting Programming or Competition Programming + Nutrition Coaching
Premium Package – £400 per month
Standard Package + 1x weekly in-person session
Ultimate Package – £800 per month
Standard Package + 3x weekly in-person sessions
RESOURCES & MEDIA
Moving The Needle (My Book)
In Moving The Needle, I share the powerful mindset lessons I’ve learned from 12+ years of coaching and competing in Olympic Weightlifting. It explores how the principles we apply in the gym — discipline, resilience, and continuous improvement — can transform everyday life.
The WOD Pod – S4 EP005 Josh Summersgill: The Weightlifting British Champion & Record Holder
I had the pleasure of joining The WOD Pod to talk about my journey in Olympic Weightlifting, what I’ve learned through competing, and how those lessons have shaped my coaching.
We discussed the mindset behind training, the realities of trying to improve at any age, and building a coaching business around Olympic Weightlifting.
Local Heroes Podcast – Episode 6
I had the opportunity to join the Local Heroes Podcast for a relaxed conversation about my journey — from martial arts and CrossFit into Olympic Weightlifting, and building my coaching practice.
We talked about some funny stories along the way (including a few mishaps), the importance of community, proper technique, discipline, and how I try to balance training, coaching, and family life.
Testimonials
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READY TO GET STRONGER?
If you’re serious about improving your Olympic Weightlifting — whether for longevity and lifelong strength (40+) or competitive goals — I’d love to work with you. Click below to fill out a short application. I personally review every one.