T.S.K.V. Spartacus is the strength sports student association of Tilburg University, founded in 2012 and run entirely by students. They call themselves the largest student strength sports association in the Benelux. You train in the Sports Center on campus.
Powerlifting is one of the pillars, alongside weightlifting and fitness. During the week there are fixed slots for coached sessions and open training. Experienced lifters help you along, from your first squat to your first meet. Members can request free coaching: technique coaching on the three lifts, a tailored programme and meet preparation, including picking your attempts.
Spartacus is affiliated with the KNKF (the Dutch powerlifting federation), so you can compete in official regional and national meets. The association explains step by step how to register as a student. There are also monthly clinics, seminars and social activities. Everything is in English, so international students are just as welcome.
Curious? Every Saturday between 13:00 and 16:00 you can do a free trial session.
Competitions in North Brabant and beyond
- Lichtstad Cup 2026: 28 November 2026, Eindhoven, the Netherlands
- Open Powerlift Cup 2026: 19 December 2026, Eindhoven, the Netherlands
- Open Dutch Nationals Bench Press 2026: 20 December 2026, Eindhoven, the Netherlands
All competitions are in the competition calendar.