When working with beginners, it is essential to develop proper speed qualities and timing of the lifts, rather than emphasizing loads on the bar. For example, being as explosive as possible when you drive the barbell off the floor and ensuring your ‘catch position’ is well-time with your arms and legs for both the snatch or clean and jerk.
Without establishing these explosive and fluid movements, beginners will ultimately be limited throughout their evolution as a lifter. The further they progress, the harder it will be to make fundamental changes to their technique.
This is probably one of the biggest issues beginner lifters and coaches make. So, be sure you to progress steadily so you can develop maximal speeds, build perfect positions, and establish sound timing and technique.