World Class Weightlifting Gym in London

Meet Mem

Mehmed Fikretov, founder and head coach of Mem’s Weightlifting Club, is one of London’s most respected Olympic weightlifting coaches. A product of the renowned Bulgarian school of champions, he has trained athletes from complete beginners to national and international record-holders.

A former elite weightlifter, Mem represented Bulgaria on the European and World Championship stage, earning multiple titles and medals. His lifetime bests include a 152.5kg snatch and a 195kg clean & jerk at 72kg bodyweight.

At Mem’s Weightlifting, his mission is to bring world-class coaching to athletes of all levels—from first-time lifters to elite competitors—within a supportive and welcoming environment.

  • 🏅 20x Bulgarian National Champion

    🏅 European & World Medallist

    🏅 British & English Champion (2013)

    🏅 European U17 & U20 Champion

    🏅 World U20 Silver Medallist

  • ✅ Level 2 QFC Weightlifting Coach

    ✅ Level 3 First Aid Certified

  • “I highly recommend training with Mehmed whether you’re new to weightlifting or you’re looking to take your skills to the next level. His knowledge and great eye for detail can help anyone maximise their lifts and improve movement patterns. I found that some of the smallest changes he suggested had the biggest impact on how I moved and how much lighter the bar felt. He’s very patient and easy to work with - the best investment you can make into your lifting.”

    Eugy

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Upcoming events

  • MWLC Spring Open

    5th April 2025: 10 AM - 7 PM

    Location: Mem's Weightlifting Club

    Accredited by the British Weight Lifting Federation. We welcome lifters of all levels.

    Registrations are now closed

  • MWLC Spring Training Camp

    19/05/2025 - 25/05/2025

    Location: Antalya, Turkey

    Guest coach for the week: 1988 Olympic Champion Sevdalin Marinov

    Contact us for more info

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