Sarnia Powerlifting

IMPORTANT UPDATE
About our SPL coaching staff
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Fired up… to bring some of our athletes to this massive competition, CANPL Central Canadian Championship , hosted by Make Your Mark Fitness

“…what you are doing now, a few years ago, were your goals and dreams”

⚪️ Aug 5th | NAPF (North American) Championship
I’ll compete in my first International competition (of 2 in 2026) as part of Team Canada (74kg M1)

⚪️ Aug 13th & 14th | CANPL Central Canadian Championship
SPL (JA + KM) will coach 3 lifters in their biggest competition to date (Keira 76kg Jr, Theo Taylor 93kg Jr, Emily 57kg Jr)

⚪️ Sept 11th | OPA Provincial Championship
SPL (JA) will handle, former World Champion + Coach, Chris Aviado who will be competing under the SPL banner

⚪️ Oct 9th-11th | OPA Provincial Junior Championship
SPL (JA + KM) will coach 2 lifters to finish off their 2027 National requirements (Keira 76kg, Emily 57kg Jr)

⚪️ Oct 19th | IPF World Masters Powerlifting Championship
I’m beyond honoured to have made this team and represent Team Canada, after 9 years of dedication + hard work

⚪️ Nov 7th & 8th | WRPF Nationals
SPL will have 3 lifters competing (Carter Taylor , Sammy Shaun Robert [handle only])

⚪️ Nov 14th & 15th | OPA Coldfront
SPL is potentially bringing its largest team ever to a meet with 6 lifters (including 2 first time competitors)

Powerlifting isn’t my entire life, but it brings me life…
Jon Artale

It’s been hot af lately 🥵 … since IG lets you comment pictures now, hit us with your coldest (locked in) PL pic in the comments 🥶

No experience needed! Includes 3 instructional sessions covering the big 3 lifts: Squat, Bench + Deadlift (our famous Powerlifting Introduction) plus student specific team training (x2 per week) all summer long. Get even stronger + have some fun!
Target age 13-18 but DM with any questions