Powerlifting.
Serious programming, serious coaching, serious community — for lifters who want to compete and get stronger.
Southwest Strength Club
Coached.
Competitive.
Community.
Our powerlifting program is run through Southwest Strength Club — a team built by and for lifters who want to compete, get stronger, and do it safely. Programming that can be done at any gym.
Whether you're stepping on the platform for the first time or chasing a state record — we have a path for you. New to strength training? Start with our personal training program.
How it works
Meet your coach
Every lifter starts with an intake session — movement assessment, training history, current numbers, and your competition goals. No program starts without this.
Structured programming
Evidence-based periodization built around your timeline and goals. Squat, bench, deadlift — programmed with purpose, not guesswork.
Competition prep
Peak programming, attempt selection, weigh-in strategy, warm-up timing — your coach handles the full meet-day experience so you can focus on lifting.
Community accountability
The Southwest Strength Club team trains and competes together. PRs get celebrated. Hard blocks get shared. You won't do this alone.
World-level experience.
David Skolnik
DPT, Certified Powerlifting Coach
Doctor of Physical Therapy and powerlifting coach with 7+ years of experience. Competed across federations in Oregon and Arizona, including the IPF World's in Costa Mesa, CA in 2021. David coaches lifters on longevity and performance — because strength that breaks you isn't strength.
Coached alongside Rosemary Bietendorf, who has been with the club since its founding. Meet the full team →
The work speaks for itself
Ready to step on the platform?
Whether you want to compete or just lift heavier — we'll get you there.
