Southwest Missouri’s Strength Collective

Springfield Lifting Club is a community forged under the bar and driven by purpose.

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Vision: To build the strongest training culture in the Midwest; one where lifters of all disciplines come together to train hard, lead with integrity, and raise the standard for strength.

Mission: Springfield Lifting Club exists to unite lifters, coaches, and strength-minded athletes in a supportive, purpose-built environment.


Train smart. Push hard. Get better.

Vision & Mission

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Youth Scholarships & Coaching

We invest in the next generation through scholarship-based programs that introduce teens to strength training and powerlifting. It’s not just about lifting; it’s about building discipline, confidence, and community.

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A woman is doing a squat with a barbell loaded with weights, assisted by a man standing behind her at a gym.
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What we offer

Coaching & Personal Training

Built for Lifters. Backed by Coaching.

Whether you’re chasing your first deadlift PR or dialing in for competition, Springfield Lifting Club offers personalized, professional training led by Coach Tomboc of Axiom Human Performance. This isn’t one-size-fits-all coaching. It’s intentional, individualized training designed to meet you where you are — and push you further.

1-on-1 Coaching

  • Fully individualized programming

  • In-person or remote options

  • Movement assessments + ongoing feedback

  • Lifestyle, recovery, and nutrition guidance as needed

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Semi-Private Group Training

  • Small-group coaching for 2–4 lifters

  • Ideal for lifters who want structure + camaraderie

  • Hands-on technical work + progressive programming

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Competing isn’t solo work — it’s a team effort. We provide:

  • Handling & Coaching — Warm-up timing, attempt selection, and in-the-moment support.

  • Spotters, Loaders & Platform Workers — Trusted by meet directors and lifters alike to keep meets safe, efficient, and legit.

Meet day support

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A man performing a bench press at a powerlifting competition, assisted by spotters, with weight plates on the barbell. Others are observing nearby.
A man wearing a white beanie and black shirt is performing a squat with a barbell on his shoulders, supervised by a spotter in a gym.
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Custom Programs via TrainHeroic

  • Mobile access to training plans, logs, and video demos

  • Real-time performance tracking and progress reports

  • Direct communication with Coach Tomboc through the app

  • Train anywhere — no spreadsheets, no guesswork

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Three people standing together at a powerlifting event, wearing black T-shirts, with medals around their necks, in front of a banner with various sponsor logos.
Two men standing together after a powerlifting competition. The man on the right is holding a medal. The background has a banner with 'USA Powerlifting' and other logos.
Group of people gathered for a powerlifting event, some wearing medals, posing together in front of a banner that says 'South' with various logos including INVICTUS POWERLIFTING, and others.
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Group of seven people standing together in front of a banner at a powerlifting event, smiling and posing with arms around each other.
A man performing a squat with a barbell loaded with weights, surrounded by spotters, during a powerlifting competition. Banner reads U.S.P.A.

Whether you're looking for a coach, a crew, or a clear path forward, SLC has options.

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