The real problem most people walk in with

When people first walk into Summit, the most common thing I see isn’t a lack of effort; it’s uncertainty.

Uncertainty around their technique, how to train, and what their body is capable of.

That uncertainty often shows up as anxiety, hesitation, or feeling rushed through sessions without really understanding what’s going on.

What real progress actually looks like

What I care about most as a coach is watching that uncertainty slowly disappear.

Not through quick fixes or constant cues, but through understanding. The shift from surface-level interaction with training to something that becomes embedded in someone’s lifestyle. That slow transformation, built over time, is where real progress happens.

A quick introduction

My name is Coach Patty - a strength and Olympic weightlifting coach based in Wagga Wagga.

I work with people who genuinely care about their training, but often feel unsure, under-confident, or rushed through the process. That might be beginners learning the lifts, CrossFitters wanting dedicated time for weightlifting, or athletes rebuilding trust in their bodies.

How do I know someone is really “getting it”

When they start making decisions for themselves.

When they can respond to adversity, adjust on the fly, and create moments in their training that actually move them forward, without needing constant direction. When I see that happening, I know my job is done, and they’re thriving.

Why Summit had to exist

Summit was built because I kept seeing people who genuinely cared about weightlifting but didn’t have the guidance, support, or environment to succeed.

I wanted to create a space where people feel safe, supported, and like they belong, not just another group gym, but a place where training actually makes sense.

What feels different here

What usually feels different is the pace and the structure.

People have time to work on their lifts, fix things properly, and understand what they’re doing. Everyone trains independently, but within a shared space, a collective environment where progress is personal yet never isolated.

Who this is for

This is for people who care about weightlifting. People who want to get better, trust their body again, and integrate strength and sport into their life long-term.

My coaching is about personalised progression, long-term consistency, and helping lifters become strong, capable, and confident in their training, not just for a single program, but for the long run.