Programs

Recreational and competitive powerlifters welcome. All athletes who are new to the Special Olympics Calgary Powerlifting program are required to attend an evaluation before their registration can be approved. Athletes who are tentatively accepted into the program will receive the evaluation date, time, and location by email. Athletes should be able to: • Safely squat a 45 lb bar • Safely bench press a 45 lb bar • Safely deadlift 65 lbs • Participate in a two-hour training session without a 1:1 support person Athletes to provide training shoes, athletic clothing