Ma Weightlifting Online Coaching provides structured, authentic Chinese Olympic Weightlifting programming, technical feedback, and performance guidance delivered remotely. Coaching is provided through video analysis, written feedback, and scheduled communication.

All programming and feedback are based on the internationally recognised Chinese Weightlifting System and the Ma Weightlifting Chinese Weightlifting Curriculum.

Ma Weightlifting Online Coaching is suitable for:

• Beginners learning Olympic lifts who seek a strong technical foundation based on Chinese Weightlifting principles
  

• Intermediate and advanced lifters seeking technical refinement

• Competitive athletes preparing for local, national, or international competitions
  

• Recreational lifters interested in the methodology and structure of Chinese Weightlifting
  
  

Participants must be able to train safely in a gym environment with appropriate equipment.

Athletes must be 18 years or older, or have written consent from a parent or legal guardian.

Athletes submit training videos via agreed platforms (WhatsApp & Google Meet).

Feedback is provided by qualified and trained Olympic Weightlifting coaches educated in the Chinese Weightlifting System and Ma Weightlifting methodology.

Feedback may include:

• Technical analysis

• Corrections and coaching cues

• Progression and load recommendations

Feedback structure and limits:

• Unlimited Feedback within fair use. Please refer to the fair use policy below.

• Ongoing “free flow” communication related to submitted training, within reasonable use and stated response-time expectations

• Coach Ma conducts formal monthly reviews, including video packages, written notes, and structured technical summaries

Video submission requirements:

• Videos must be trimmed to under 1 minute

• Each submission must be clearly labelled (day, exercise, weight, percentage, set)

• Acceptable angles: Side, or 45-degree view for bar path analysis

• Poor-quality or incomplete videos may limit feedback quality

Fair use means communication that is reasonable, respectful of time, and aligned with effective coaching, allowing us to support all athletes at a high standard.

What Fair Use Looks Like

• Submitting training videos, questions, or updates in reasonable batches

• Allowing a reasonable response window for feedback and replies

• Using feedback to guide training, not expecting real-time conversation

• Communicating with professionalism and mutual respect

What Fair Use Does Not Include

• Expecting immediate or on-demand responses

• Excessive daily messaging or repeated follow-ups before a reply is given

• Using feedback channels as continuous real-time coaching

• Requests unrelated to training, technique, or programming

Our Commitment

We aim to provide clear, thoughtful, and actionable feedback within a reasonable timeframe, while maintaining quality coaching for all athletes.

If communication consistently exceeds fair use, we may:

• Adjust response frequency

• Suggest a higher-touch coaching option

• Set structured check-in times

This ensures fairness and the best coaching experience for everyone.

At minimum:

• Olympic barbell and weight plates

• Squat rack

• Lifting platform or suitable lifting space

• Adequate clearance for Olympic lifts

• Video recording device (phone or camera)

Exercise substitutions may be made depending on equipment availability.

Training programs are typically updated weekly or monthly, depending on the coaching package and the athlete’s needs.

Online coaching is highly effective for long-term development, technical refinement, and performance monitoring.

Ma Weightlifting empowers athletes to develop a deep understanding of Chinese Weightlifting principles. In-person coaching is available through seminars and training camps, and a combination of online coaching and in-person instruction is recommended where possible.

Communication methods may include:

• WhatsApp

• Google Meet

Response times generally aim to be within 12–24 hours, excluding weekends, public holidays, and periods of travel or seminars.

Pausing and cancellation terms vary by program and are outlined in the Rules & Regulations below

• Requests to pause or cancel must be submitted in writing.
  
  

• A minimum two week notice period applies, two weeks prior to the next billing cycle.
  
  

• Pauses are subject to coach availability and may be limited in duration.

  • Pauses incur a small fee of $20 a month/$5 a week. Pause time period will be extended on the commitment length

  • Pauses or cancellation due to medical reasons, (illness or injury) must provide medical documentation to waive the pause fee.
    
    

• Pricing and availability upon resumption are not guaranteed to remain unchanged.

  • Cancellation before the commitment date will pay the difference of the monthly or 3 or 6 month rate. For example, if you sign up for 12 months and cancel at 8 months, you will need to pay the difference of 8*[6month rate] - 8*[12 months rate]

or you sign up for 12 months and only do 2 months, you have to pay for 2*[monthly rate] - 2*[12 month rate]

Competition planning, tapering, and attempt selection may be included, depending on the coaching package. Athletes should refer to their specific package description for details.

Yes. Personal data, training logs, and videos are treated as confidential and are not shared without consent.

Data is stored and transmitted using third-party platforms (e.g. WhatsApp, Google Meet). While reasonable steps are taken to protect privacy, Ma Weightlifting is not responsible for breaches or failures of third-party platforms.

Depending on the selected package, coaching may include:

• Block programming
  

• Technical feedback
  

• Curriculum-based instruction
  

• Online courses and course notes
  

• Online lectures