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

  • “Mem is a highly knowledgeable and technical coach. He has an excellent eye for weightlifting and provides perfect cues to rectify your technique. He has allowed me to progress towards representing GB at the World University Championships, and being British Champion at University and U23 level a total of seven times. During competitions he is vigilant and ensures you are at ease, making the whole experience enjoyable. I have never doubted his methodology, which has been refined through his many years of lifting and coaching internationally. I would not be as successful as I am without his support and highly recommend Mem as a coach for all levels.”

    Liem

  • “Mehmed is an extremely knowledgable and experienced coach with a no-nonsense approach that will get you technically precise and strong. Progress in weightlifting is a non-linear process and Mehmed will stick by you through the highs and the lows. He will quickly identify points for improvement, work through them with you and will celebrate your successes with you along the way. I cannot recommend him enough and he is a pleasure to train with.”

    Taz

  • “Even in my first training session with Mem I could already tell that he was the ‘real deal.’ His coaching comes from a seemingly bottomless well of knowledge and experience. So often he will see what you can’t - both in terms of your technique, but also the potential that you hold. If you’re looking for a coach who comes from a wholeheartedly honest place with zero judgement, then you’ve found him.”

    Alessa

  • “Mehmed is a great coach - full stop. He’s passionate about what he does and his weightlifting knowledge is second to none, helping you to achieve your goals in no time. He is very personable and tailors his coaching to each individual as not everyone is suited to the same training programme. So whether you’re looking to improve your weightlifting technique, need help preparing for competition or simply want to keep fit - Mehmed is your man!”

    Hoa

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

  • MWLC Summer Open

    7th June 2025: 10 AM - 7 PM

    Location: Mem’s Weightlifting Club

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

    Click here to register. Registrations close 27th April 2025

  • MWLC Summer Training Camp

    20/08/2025 - 27/08/2025

    Location: Varna, Bulgaria.

    Guest Coach for the week to be announced.

    Contact us for more info.