Totten Olympic Lifting Certification
(TOLC)
NOW AVAILABLE ON-LINE!​
The same trusted TOLC Level 1 education, re-designed for flexibility and real understanding.
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If you’re new to coaching the Olympic lifts, this course gives you clear, step-by-step progressions
to teach them the right way.
Learn to Coach the Olympic lifts with confidence!
If you are teaching the Olympic lifts you've probably experienced this:
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You know the lifts are important, but you are not always sure what to fix first.
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You see mistakes, but you don’t always know why they’re happening.
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You want your athletes to improve, but you feel like you are overcomplicating everything.
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The TOLC is designed to help you:
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Understand the why behind the Clean, Snatch, and Jerk
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Learn how to teach each lift step-by-step
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Recognize and correct common errors
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Apply clear progressions with your athletes
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Build confidence in your coaching decisions
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It's not about memorizing coaching cues.
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It's about getting the understanding and tools to meet your athletes where they are each session.
This program was built for you if you…
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Are newer to teaching Olympic lifts.
Coach weightlifting, strength & conditioning, or sports performance.
Want a simple, structured way to learn the teaching progressions.
Need CEUs while continuing your development.
Prefer practical application over theory-heavy instruction.
Why this On-line Version Works!
The in-person TOLC has traditionally been an 8-hour, hands-on course.
Now, you can:
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Learn at your own pace
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Rewatch demonstrations as many times as needed
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Fit learning into your coaching schedule
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Complete the course from anywhere
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Still earn your CEUs
Same material.
More flexibility.
What the TOLC Includes​
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INTRODUCTION
A brief video overview with Leo, so that you have a bigger picture understanding of the course, the lifts, and the why.
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THREE VIDEO LESSONS
SNATCH
CLEAN
JERK
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Each of the lessons include:
Teaching progressions
Error correction strategies
Assistance exercises
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Plus: quizzes after each section to reinforce understanding before moving forward.
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FINAL ASSESSMENT
A choice between two different assessment scenarios.
Once you submit, Leo will grade and give feedback.
Designed to ensure real understanding, not just completing another check-list item.
Meet Leo Totten
Founder of TTS & Course Instructor
Leo Totten, a USA Weightlifting Hall of Fame inductee, has over 30 years of experience in strength coaching. As a Senior International Coach, he has led teams to multiple national titles and coached athletes at the Olympic, Pan Am, and World Championship levels. Recognized as one of the 65 most influential strength coaches, Leo is a key figure in the world of weightlifting and athletic training.
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With decades of experience in sports performance coaching, Leo Totten has dedicated his career to helping coaches like you succeed. His passion for mentorship and commitment to excellence led him to create this program, designed to empower the next generation of coaches.
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Enroll Now
After enrollment you will recieve an e-mail with a link to set up a login with our on-line learning platform.
TOLC Online
195
Valid until canceled
Do you need CEU's?
Totten Training Systems programs are eligible for Continuing Education Units (CEUs) through multiple major accrediting bodies.
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NSCA
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CELC – 0.8 CEUs
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TOLC Level 1 – 0.8 CEUs
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TOLC Level 2 – 1.4 CEUs
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TTS Mentorship – 2.0 CEUs
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CSCCa
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TOLC Level 1 – 0.8 CEUs
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TOLC Level 2 – 1.4 CEUs
ACE
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CELC – 0.7 CEUs
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TOLC Level 1 – 0.8 CEUs
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TOLC Level 2 – 1.4 CEUs
NASM
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CELC – 0.8 CEUs
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TOLC Level 1 – 0.8 CEUs