The USA Powerlifting National Championships represent the pinnacle of drug-tested powerlifting competition in the United States, bringing together the nation's top athletes across multiple age divisions and disciplines. Beginning in 2028, the National Championships will feature three premier events held as part of one championship experience:

* **Raw Nationals** – Full power (squat, bench press, and deadlift) for Youth, Teen, Junior, Open, and Masters athletes.
* **Bench Press Nationals** – Raw and Equipped Bench Press Championships for Youth, Teen, Junior, Open, and Masters athletes.
* **Equipped Nationals** – Equipped Full Power Championships for Teen, Junior, Open, and Masters athletes.

Collectively, these championships attract hundreds of the country's strongest athletes competing across numerous weight classes and age divisions. The events are conducted under USA Powerlifting's rigorous technical standards, with certified referees ensuring fair competition, athlete safety, and consistent application of the rules.

The National Championships serve as the primary pathway for athletes seeking selection to represent USA Powerlifting on international teams while celebrating excellence, sportsmanship, and the continued growth of drug-tested powerlifting throughout the United States.

We need an open venue space that is approximately 30-50k sq ft. No specific flooring needed as we bring in our competition platforms. We will need 5-7 additional breakout rooms that will be large enough for \~25-50 people for weigh ins, equipment check, doping control, staff space, etc. We bring in a tractor trailer with our equipment so a loading dock is necessary. We will also need 2 breakout rooms secured for the Monday following the event for our NGB meeting. Each space will need to be large enough for 100 people. One room will be used for the meeting and will need AV and internet, the other room will need to be serviceable for breakfast and lunch needs.  We need 2 setup days (Sunday and Monday) and 6 competition days. We load out on the last day.

2028 USA Powerlifting Nationals (Masters, Youth, Juniors, Open, Bench, Equipped)-RFP

USA Powerlifting, established in 1981 as the American Drug Free Powerlifting Association, Inc, is the leading drug-tested powerlifting organization in the United States.

Distinct from weightlifting, a sport made up of two lifts: the Snatch and the Clean-and-Jerk, where the weight is lifted above the head, powerlifting comprises three lifts: the Squat, Bench Press and Deadlift. Powerlifting competitions may be comprised of one, two or all three of the lifting disciplines.

Athletes are categorized by sex, age and bodyweight. Each competitor is allowed three attempts at each lift, the best lift in each discipline being added to their total. The lifter with the highest total is the winner. In cases where two or more lifters achieve the same total, the person with the lightest bodyweight wins.

USA Powerlifting is responsible for sanctioning local and regional events where powerlifters can compete in hopes of qualifying for the national level events. USA Powerlifting sanctions several National Championships in all age groups, giving athletes a chance to see how they fare against competitors across the country. Top competitors are selected by USA Powerlifting to compete in the USA Powerlifting Pro Series with an opportunity to achieve their Pro Card.

In the United States, USA Powerlifting has representative chairs in each states. Each state chair is responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of USA Powerlifting’s local competitions, state championships and state records. USA Powerlifting operates as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. An Executive Committee, headed by the President, is responsible for the operations of the organization. Additional responsibilities include directing the national office and supervising sponsorship and membership activities.

2028 USA Powerlifting Nationals (Masters, Youth, Juniors, Open, Bench, Equipped)-RFP

All Ages Championship

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