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Novice Powerlifting Competition Details

The Novice Powerlifting Competition is designed to introduce new lifters to the sport in a supportive and inclusive environment. Whether you’re interested in competing in one, two, or all three lifts, there’s a format for everyone!

Competition Options:

• Three-Lift: Squat, Bench Press, and Deadlift.

Membership Requirements:

• Novice Membership: Required for all lifters participating in a Novice Competition, aged 15 and above as of 31 December this year.
• Novice Youth Membership: Available for lifters under 15 years old as of 31 December this year.

NOTE: Full Lifting members cannot compete in Novice competitions.

Novice competitions are a great way to gain experience in powerlifting; however, results from novice competitions cannot be used to progress through the APA-sanctioned competition pathways.

What Do I Wear?

Novice competitions do not require IPF-approved gear or specialised equipment. Athletes can compete in comfortable sports attire, such as T-shirts and shorts. Soft suits are optional. 

Inclusive Competition Environment

The APA is committed to making powerlifting accessible to everyone. If you have special requirements or need additional accommodations, please contact us at accessibility@powerliftingalliance.org.au, and we’ll work with you to ensure an inclusive and positive competition experience.

Special Notes for Under-18 Participants:

• Supervision: Parents/Guardians must be present during the competition to supervise their child. If unavailable, a nomination of temporary guardianship must be submitted to the APA and Meet Directors.
• Weigh-Ins: Under-18 lifters must weigh in fully clothed. Parents/Guardians are required to accompany under-18 lifters during the weigh-in process.

This competition offers a fun and supportive environment to build your confidence and skills in powerlifting. Join us and take the first step in your powerlifting journey!

Preliminary competition schedule

This competition will have one session:

• Lifting will begin at 1pm local time
• Weigh-in will begin at 11am local time

Maximum number of entrants: 28

Meet director: Jacob Sofianos / jacobsofianos@gmail.com