Power Academy

Fantastic experience: Coach Dave Earle is great!! If you are just learning the sport of Olympic weightlifting or if you have been doing it for a while now, he has got you covered! Always willing to adjust your online training plan and schedule to suit your needs, whether is because of life or injury! Training at the gym with the team has such an amazing vibe and highly recommend it! I am not always able to make it to the scheduled classes so most of my training is done from the training plan where you send videos to Dave to critique and give feedback. The feedback from the videos I send Dave is very helpful, descriptive and has allowed me to improve without the in person weekly training! Definitely recommend Dave at the power academy!!

Fantastic experience: I love working with coach Dave, he prepared me for my first competition in a short period. His training program gave me the confidence to compete.

Fantastic experience: I highly recommend the olympic weight lifting class. Very knowledgeable trainer. Would recommend giving it a try. No matter your skill level

Fantastic experience: If you are looking for a community of Olympic Lifters under the tutelage of terrific coaching, look no further! I have been training with Dave and the Power Academy for many years. Dave is an outstanding coach with an eye for detail. He has coached me from an overzealous beginner to an athlete standing atop podiums locally, nationally and internationally. No matter where you are in your Olympic Lifting journey, Dave is the coach to get you to the next level!

Fantastic experience: Power Academy is so fun! Dave Earle is an excellent coach and is very knowledgeable in all aspects of Olympic Weightlifting. He is also very good at young athlete development. I have been involved in a number of sports competitively and the development of youth and junior athletes is a specific skill at which Dave excels. I highly recommend Power Academy.

Fantastic experience: This is a great opportunity for both beginners and those with some experience to learn and develop their weightlifting skills! The gym space is great and Dave does a phenomenal job during class at ensuring everyone is given the direction and attention they require based on skill level. I started to train virtually with Dave a year ago and have seen huge improvements! When visiting the gym it is a great team environment to be surrounded by.

Fantastic experience: Dave is a great coach. Even though that I was attending his classes for about a month I can definitely see a progress in my technique and strength. Dave can choose a training program for all levels of weightlifters. I can strongly recommend Dave's classes for everyone willing to try or to get better in weightlifting.

Fantastic experience: If you're looking to get stronger and be surrounded by like-minded people look no further! Ive been fortunate enough to be coached Dave and to be part of the Power Academy Team for the past couple years and owe all of my progress to it. If it's learning the olympic lifts, competing, growing as an athlete or just to throw around some weights this is the place and person to learn from!

Fantastic experience: I've been training with Coach Dave at Power Academy for over a year. Starting out with no previous experience in Olympic lifting, I really appreciate Dave's approach to coaching and athlete development. He runs a friendly and open program, and provides detailed workout planning. His experience and history with lifting is evident through his feedback during in person training.

Fantastic experience: Dave is an amazing coach and even better person. Very knowledgeable and great at accommodating all skill levels and needs of each member.

Fantastic experience: My 13 year old son trains with Dave, and he loves it. He is always talking about how nice everyone is that trains at the same time and how great Dave is. He loves working on his progression and brags about how strong he’s getting. 5 stars for the Power Academy!

Fantastic experience: Dave is the absolutely best - knowledgeable, patient, and knows how to motivate each individual in their own way. I've been training with him for a little over a year and I've gained a ton of confidence and strength. The whole team is a dream too! Everyone wants the best for all the other athletes and it's such a nice environment. If you're keen to learn how to lift and need a coach in KW then Power Academy and Dave at the way to go!

Fantastic experience: Whether you're a novice, intermediate or elite lifter, Dave Earle is the guy for you. I can't express my appreciation to have Dave as a coaches eye while I am training with him and his team. He has always provided excellent feedback, expressed suggestions for accessory exercises, and has always provided a competitive and fun atmosphere. If you're in Kitchener and you are interested in Weightlifting or getting better - you're missing out if you're not coming to him to be your coach.

Fantastic experience: Dave is an incredible coach. Although I had no previous experience Olympic Weightlifting, with Dave's excellent coaching and exposure to a supportive community, I was able to compete in my first competition last year. I really like the online scheduling platform to easily book your weekly or bi-weekly coaching sessions. The coaching sessions are a welcoming environment for anyone new - like me. Additionally, Dave has a great structured digital program for you to work on throughout the week. He provides detailed and critical feedback on technique on any weightlifting videos you send him. I recommend the program highly for its great leadership and community.

Fantastic experience: I have nothing but great things to say about Power Academy and Dave’s coaching. After 3 years away from heavy lifting after having my kids, I was nervous to get back into it. Dave’s coaching style is patient, form-focused and smart. I always feel supported and encouraged. My weekly classes have been so important for my mental health. So thankful to be part of this amazing team!

Fantastic experience: Power Academy is a great place to learn and improve on Olympic Weightlifting. Coach Dave has created an environment that can help lifters of any age and skill level. Whether you are looking to learn a new sport, compete nationally, or just get moving, Power Academy can help!

Fantastic experience: Dave is a great coach! Very knowledgeable and accommodating. Would highly recommend his classes to anyone.

Fantastic experience: Dave Earl is a very talented and knowledgeable weightlifting coach who also a great athlete. Having competed at the National level here in Canada he is more than capable of being able to give you first-hand experience on how to prepare for a weightlifting competition.

Fantastic experience: My son has been training at Power Academy for 2 months now and is hooked. Dave is great at giving starters all the attention that they need and making sure that their form is right. The group there is very friendly and there is a full range of experience in the group from beginners to advanced lifters.

Fantastic experience: I’ve been a part of Power Academy for a little over a year now and it has been a wonderful experience! Dave is a fantastic and encouraging coach who always takes the time to meet you where you’re at in your weightlifting journey. The group classes are always a fun and uplifting time with a great group of people!

Fantastic experience: I cannot express how amazing Dave is! I’ve been training with him since Oct of 2020 and he has coached me to achieve a level of strength I never thought I was capable of. Especially through the ups and downs of COVID. Since working with him, I have participated in 2 competitions and finished on the podium with massive PRs both times. Not only is Dave super supportive while also pushing you, but he is also accommodating of your body’s abilities. He easily makes tweaks to your program to help you progress without injuring yourself and is a wealth of knowledge on how to improve the areas you struggle with. Dave has built a solid team of athletes who foster a positive and encouraging fitness environment that I am excited to train with weekly. To anyone who is considering Olympic Weightlifting, I will always recommend training with Dave and the Power Academy!

Fantastic experience: Dave Earle is a gem of a resource to add to have close to home! He’s very professional, has an eye for details, and is very aware of your body movement. He’s a very proactive coach and provides very constructive feedback. Love his class! Quite the workout. I’m excited to see where this journey leads. My goals: strengthen my back and body so I can do more without pain; potentially compete. Baby steps first.

Fantastic experience: I’ve been fortunate enough to experience training with Dave. The power academy offers a great environment for any weight training level. Highly recommended!

Fantastic experience: Dave’s a sick coach and knows how to get you strong af, as long as you actually do the stuff