WRPF Presents: Strength Games Expo Powerlifting @ Branch Warren Classic

WRPF PRESENTS:

Come on out on 6/26/2021 ... to compete against other strong minded power beasts in an all out battle to prove who is the strongest of them all!

There will be vendors, sponsors, music, food, and fun for both competitors and spectators alike! Check out the details below-

Questions or Sponsor Inquires: [email protected]

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION:

Date: June 26th 2021

Venue: NRG Center

1 NRG Park

Houston, TX 77054 United States

Meet Directors/Promoters: Joel Hendershott/ Johnnie O Jackson, Robert Impastato, Esther Chou

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HOST HOTEL:

-REFINED HOUSTON HOTEL NEAR TEXAS MEDICAL CENTER:

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Athlete Info:

Early Weigh-ins:

Friday, 25th from 9:00 a.m.- 12:00p.m., 5:00p.m.-8p.m. (at event venue)

Saturday, 26th from 7:00 – 8:00 a.m. (at event venue)

Mandatory Lifters meeting: Saturday, 26th at 9 a.m. at competition venue (ALL COMPETITORS MUST attend or you do not lift)

Event Start Time: Saturday, 26th at 9:45 a.m.

Entry Fees: You may enter more than one event, please put in note just check all the events applicable and send the amount as advertised for each event.

Membership card. You should purchase this before the meet. For more information, go to :

https://thewrpf.com/membership/

Memberships will be good for 12 months (1 year)

*All prices below does not include mandatory sale tax*

Full Powerlifting (Squat, Bench, Deadlift): $95.00

Full Powerlifting + Strict Curl: $100.00

Push/Pull: $90.00

Bench Press Only: $80.00

Deadlift Only: $80.00

Strict Curl: $80.00

All Crossovers are an additional $40.00

There will be a $10 to $20.00 late fee after 06/12/21, so get your entries in early.

Entry Deadline: Entries will be taken until the contest starts but you must enter and order your comp shirt by 06/12/21 to be guaranteed a FREE T shirt in your sizes, shirt price will go up to $20 a shirt on event date.

**ENTRIES ARE NON REFUNDABLE AND NON TRANSFERABLE**

Cash only the day of meet. NO exceptions.

Total 50 spots for Push/Pull, and remain will be for Bench Only or Deadlift Only. Spots are open on a first come basis regardless.

RULES:

Any questions please refer to rules https://thewrpf.com or contact meet director.

RAW division: The approved apparel and equipment for the RAW division competitors will be defined as a non-supportive, one piece singlet, a cotton t-shirt, optional undershorts, socks, optional belt, shoes, and wrist wraps and knee sleeves.  The rules of performance for all three lifts are the same for Raw and Classic Raw Competitors.

 CLASSIC Division: The approved apparel and equipment for the Raw with Wraps division competitors will be defined as a non-supportive, one piece singlet, a cotton t-shirt, optional undershorts, socks, optional belt, shoes, and wrist wraps, up to 2.5m knee wraps, and knee sleeves.  The rules of performance for all three lifts are the same for Raw and Raw with Wraps competitors. 

Single Ply Division: The lifting costume (commonly known as a bench shirt, squat or deadline suit) shall consist of an one-piece costume of single-ply material.  The construction of the suit must be without any patches or padding, and have a maximum overall material thickness not exceeding 1.3mm at any measured point, except at the seam.  Any seams, false or otherwise, that in the opinion of the referees are incorporated into the costume purely as a form of reinforcement or bracing, shall invalidate the costume from being used in competition.  The straps must be worn over the shoulders at all times while lifting in competition.

Multi Ply Division: A lifting suit shall be worn during the competitive lifts.  It must be an individual full length article of cloth fabric, polyester, denim or canvas and may consist of multiple plies of any thickness, but as a whole be of a singular construction.  The straps must be worn over the shoulders at all times while performing the competitive lifts.  The use of Velcro material to secure the straps is permitted.  The length of the legs must not extend beyond the mid-thigh (mid-point between the top of the kneecap and the crotch).

Divisions:

Juniors Men/Women Ages: 14-16, 17-19, 20-23

Men/Women: Open (Any Age 24 and above)

Men/Women Sub-Masters Ages: 33-39

Men/Women Masters Ages: 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, etc

Mens Weight Class (in Kilos):

52.0 kg (Class up to 52.0 kg)

56.0 kg (Class from 52.01 to 56 kg)

60.0 kg (Class from 56.01 to 60.0 kg)

67.5 kg Class from 60.01 to 67.5 kg

75.0 kg Class from 67.51 to 75.0 kg

82.5 kg Class from 75.01 to 82.5 kg

90.0 kg Class from 82.51 to 90.0 kg

100.0 kg Class from 90.01 to 100.0 kg

110.0 kg Class from 100.01 to 110.0 kg

125.0 kg Class from 110.01 to 125.0 kg

140.0 kg Class from 125.01 to 140.0 kg

140.0 kg + Class from 140.01 to SHW (Super Heavy Weight)

Womens Weight Class (in Kilos):

44.0 kg Class up to 44.0 kg

48.0 kg Class from 44.01 to 48.0 kg

52.0 kg Class from 48.01 to 52.0 kg

56.0kg Class from 52.01 to 56.0 kg

60.0 kg Class from 56.01 to 60.0 kg

67.5 kg Class from 60.01 to 67.5 kg

75.0 kg Class from 67.51 to 75.0kg

82.5 kg Class from 75.01 to 82.5 kg

90.0 kg Class from 82.51 to 90.0 kg

90.0 kg + Class from 90.1 to unlimited

This is the weight class you are trying to weigh in for– You will be placed in whatever weight class in which you qualify.

YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE for knowing what the records are in your division/age/weight group. If you are trying for a state/national record, it is your responsibility to let someone know at weigh in OR let the person at the table know.

ALL LIFTERS MUST WEAR SINGLETS. This is ALL LIFTERS in ALL EVENTS in ALL WRPF MEETS. Please understand you will not be allowed to compete without them.

All deadlift competitors MUST WEAR LONG SOCKS

Awards:

-1st – 3rd Places in all Divisions and weight classes.

-One male and one female overall will be awarded with the title of "Overall Winner".

-One person will be awarded with "Biggest Squat Winner"

-One person will be awarded with "Biggest Bench Winner"

-One person will be awarded with "Biggest Deadlift Winner"

-One female and male overall will be awarded with "Biggest Curl Winner".

-Cash Prize (Check Social Media for more details) Follow: @officialnplc or National Powerlifting Committee on FB.

-One Team/Coach will be awarded with the title of "Best Coach/Team".

**Please Note** The best lifter and "Biggests" prizes are only available for Raw and Classic Raw Divisions.

WRPF Rules:

https://thewrpf.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/WRPF-Americas-Official-Rule-Book.pdf

Want to Break Some Records? Check this WRPF Record Link:

https://thewrpf.com/wrpf-united-states-national-records/

Here is a recap video of our last WRPF powerlifting meet:

Host or Publisher NPLC - National Powerlifting Committee