This competition will have one quiet focus session, and one standard local competition session. It is the last chance to qualify for 2025 Open Nationals!

Have you thought about trying powerlifting but hesitated due to nerves, anxiety about hearing your name announced, or feeling overwhelmed by the experienced lifters around you?

The Australian Powerlifting Alliance's Quiet Focus is here to offer you a genuine competition experience with an atmosphere tailored to reduce stress without altering the rules.

Quiet Focus aims to provide an inclusive opportunity for a remarkable first competition. In this special event, you’ll face the challenges of competitive lifting, complete with referees and commands, but without the unnecessary hype that can be daunting for newcomers. APA recognises the barriers that often deter people from trying lifting, and we are committed to breaking down those obstacles.

Whether you're a lifter yourself or know someone who would benefit from this competition experience, reach out to us. We're eager to welcome all who are interested in taking that first step into the world of powerlifting.

Who can participate:

• All APA members are eligible to compete.
• Participants do not need to have additional needs to enter the competition
• All competitors must adhere to the adapted competition conditions to ensure a level playing field.

What to Expect

• A regular gym, but without the loud music and the bright lighting. 
• Competition to be run in accordance with IPF rules, including weigh in, gear check, and referees.
• a regular competition with adaptations
• No MC
• No loud music (our music will be quiet and pretty chill)
• No flashing lights or smoke machines
• No livestream
• No loud crowd noise - silent applause only

Your total will be recorded and uploaded as per any other sanctioned competition. This result can be used as a qualification pathway for the APA Nationals Series.

You are welcome to visit the establishment beforehand and we will give you a point of contact also. Your entry form will allow you to give us an idea of your current barriers and how we can assist you.

What's Required From You

• To be a member of the Australian Powerlifting Alliance
• To wear IPF approved lifting gear: It is mandatory to wear a singlet, shirt, socks (please bring long socks for deadlift) and shoes. Lifters are not required to wear belt, sleeves or wrist wraps
• On your entry form there will be a section for your requirements - please complete to aid the organiser.
• To enjoy yourself and be respectful to others. 

Competition Details

Lifting begins at 9am

Weigh-in begins at 7am

Meet Directors: Abbi Bosward-Fielding / abbi.bosward@powerliftingalliance.org.au & Gareth Smith / gaz@generationfitness.com.au. 

Please direct any questions to Abbi.

Maximum entrants: 52