INTERNATIONAL POWERLIFTING ASSOCIATION Presents:
Nick Banu Memorial IPA
State Powerlifting Championship
(Full Power, Push/Pull, Bench Only, Deadlift Only)
Saturday, October 18th, 2025
Location:
Fitness 1 Gym
4316 W Bell Rd
Glendale, Arizona 85308
Schedule: Saturday, October 18, 2025
Weigh-ins:
Friday, October 17th, 9am - 12pm and 4pm - 8pm at FITNESS 1 GYM
Lifting Begins: Saturday @ 9:00am (mandatory lifters meeting at 8:00am)
Entry Fee: $100
Crossover Fee: $25 per event
T-Shirt: $30
All proceeds go to the Banu family
Eligibility:
Each competitor must have a valid INTERNATIONAL POWERLIFTING ASSOCIATION Membership. Memberships can be purchased at: https://ipapower.com/join/
Memberships will be good for 12 months (1 year). If you have previously competed in an IPA meet and are unsure of your membership expiration, please contact the meet director(s) listed below.
Uniforms:
MUST MEET International Powerlifting Association SPECIFICATIONS. ONE PIECE LIFTING SUIT MUST BE WORN. (singlet if you are competing raw)
Any questions please refer to rules https://ipapower.com/ipa-rules/ or contact meet director(s).
Weight Classes:
Women (lbs): 97, 105, 114, 123, 132, 148, 165, 181, 198, 198+
Men (lbs): 114, 123, 132, 148, 165, 181, 198, 220, 242, 275, 308, SHW
Awards:
Awards will be given for 1st place for each weight and age division, as well as Best Lifter Male and Female (overall by DOTS).
Entry Deadline: September 26, 2025
All entries must be received by September 26th, or may be accepted only if space is available – please add $35 Late Fee after SEPTEMBER 26. MAX 45 LIFTERS
Event Director:
Jeff Shellenberger
Tel. 602-703-7270
Email: preacher675@gmail.com