November novices and why we do it

Yesterday we hosted the November Novices here. We had a great number of volunteers meaning that we could run it like a fully sanctioned competition. 
Meaning that our lifters could do it without the intimidation, or fear of a full competition. (Not that there should be anything to be scared or intimidated of).

We had 8 lifters in the end, as some people had to pull out due to injury or illness. But the standard was high! Most people got a total, and the one that didn't definitely understood what they need to work on for next time. 

I just want to take this moment to thank all of the volunteers, lifters and spectators again - they all came together to make an excellent atmosphere, full of support, for the day. I'm very happy with, and grateful for,  all of them! 

Why We Do It.

As a NWPL affiliated club we can host fully fledged competitions, and we do so with the next one being July of 2025. However, we recognise that on a grassroots level there isn't a lot on offer for powerlifting competitions at the moment (particularly after the IPF rule updates over the last few years). 

So, our aim is to offer competitions that may seem a little less intimidating, friendly and easy to access for a new lifter. We do this with Novice competitions, club competitions and charity events/competitions. 

We also try to offer this on a membership/coaching level with our Strength Training Trial and options like that. A lot of our lifters initially come to the gym just to get a bit stronger but then they see that powerlifting is fun, and competing with yourself can be productive.

Grassroots in powerlifting, and weightlifting - which we also offer, headed by Coach Beá - is super important. The sports both grow well, but that growth can be maintained and the lifters involved can be supported by events and continued projects like what we aim to offer.  

Grassroots are Important.

We want to ensure the future of powerlifting, and strength sports in general, are in good hands. So, we're doing our best to coach, mentor, advise and put on events to encourage this. 

What would you like to see in regards to this? What events? What coaching or gym options? 
Let us know in the comments, or send us an email! 

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