Cardiff University Barbell Club
CUBC is a society based around individual gym sports, including powerlifting and weightlifting. We help to facilitate athletes to push themselves and strive to create a healthy and supportive environment. Our club offers group and individual coaching to members of all abilities and encourages everyone to try their best and give it a go. We plan competitions to allow our members to show off their talent and hard work and to support one another. We host socials every Wednesday to build community spirit and unwind from training.
This year aim to offer more sober socials for our non-drinking members and also hopefully open a new CUROX division.
Powerlifting
Powerlifting is a strength sport focused on three core lifts: squat, bench press, and deadlift (SBD). Athletes aim to lift the maximum weight possible in each discipline, testing not only raw power but also technique, discipline, and mental grit. Unlike bodybuilding, which emphasizes physique, powerlifting is all about performance and power.
Whether you're chasing personal records or just want to build strength in a supportive community, powerlifting welcomes all levels. We train hard, lift heavy, and celebrate every milestone—because strength is for everyone.
Weightlifting
Olympic weightlifting combines explosive power and technique. It revolves around two lifts: the snatch and the clean and jerk. Athletes aim to lift the heaviest weight possible in each movement, showcasing speed, flexibility, and control under pressure.
Unlike powerlifting, which focuses on raw strength, weightlifting demands full-body coordination. In our club, you'll be part of a strong and diverse community across Wales, that supports all abilities.
Socials
CUBC hosts weekly socials open to all members, offering a chance to unwind, connect, and celebrate club spirit—whether you drink or not!
- Most socials will be held at The Taf (Student’s Union Bar) thanks to our sponsorship agreement.
- This year we also have a new partnership with The Mackintosh Pub, where we’ll host additional socials throughout the year.
- We fully support non-drinking members and encourage everyone to attend and enjoy the socials. We also aim to host non-alcoholic socials regularly to ensure inclusivity.
- Social announcements are posted prior to events in the club group chat which members have access to.
- As part of our Taf agreement, members can receive queue jump wristbands for YOLO.
All members are expected to read and follow the Athletic Union Behavioural Policy for Students’ Union Licensed Premises.
CUBC Membership price:
£49.50 for the academic year and includes the following:
- Access to free coaching for powerlifting or weightlifting
- Access to all events and competitions (external events are at additional cost)
- Member exclusive discounts on group order with partnered companies such as A7 and SBD
- Access to membes groupchat
- Priority entry to all competitions hosted by CUBC
- Exclusive CUBC merch
- Acess to YOLO queue jump
A CUBC membership does not cover the cost of a CU gym membership or Tier 2 AU membership.
Here is the link to fill out an associate membership forms. https://portal.cardiffstudents.com/associate-application
Refunds:
- If after two weeks, CUBC is still not your thing, we'll offer a full refund on membership (at the membership price you paid when signing up).
- In that period if you have started a training programme we cannot offer a refund.
- We are unable to refund the AU membership fee.
- Please contact the President or Treasurer for more info
How to stay in the loop
Keep an eye on our Instagram and if you’re not part of our members' group chat, DM us on Instagram and we can add you to keep up to date with what CUBC is up to!
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_cubc_/?hl=en @_cubc_
DM our Instagram for any further queries!
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