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  • A/BPU FORGED IN IRON Single Lifts Showdown - qualifier for the Single Lifts British Championships 2026, the only gateway to the AWPC World Championships in Manchester UK, and the WPC World Championships in the USA 2026

    This is a qualifier for the United Kingdom Powerlifting Games 2026, the A/WPC European Championships in Limerick, Ireland 2026 and the A/BPU British Single Lifts Championships 2026.
  • Where? Iron Forge Gym, Unit 1 ForgeWorks Mill Lane Alton GU34 2QG

    When? 16 December 2025 for 2026 

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    Times: Start time is 10am 

    Weigh in times: 24 Hour 10am to 11am and 5-6pm. On the day weigh ins 8.00 to 8.30am. 

    Athlete Limit: 40

  • TERMS AND CONFITIONS 

    I hereby agree to enter this competition on the following terms:

     1.  In consideration of the acceptance of this entry thereby for myself, my heirs, executors, and administrators waive and release any and all claims and damages I may have against the BPU, ABPU, the organisers, volunteers, Venue owners, their representatives, successors, and assignees for any and all injuries or bodily harm that I may suffer while competing at the BPU Forged in Iron Push Pull Challenge and Qualifier.  I attest and verify that I have full knowledge of all risks involved with my participation in this event, and that to the best of my knowledge I am physically fit and able to participate in this event. 

     2. That I know of no reason why I should not take part on the grounds of ill health or any other associated condition, known or unknown. 

     3.  I have paid my entry fee today - I am aware if I do not make payment the dame day as this entry that I have not secured a place. I understand entry is non-refundable and non transferable to another competition under any circumstances,  Payment via paypal and bank tranfer is made via the instructions below and put your name and which competition it is for on the message section. Entries will CLOSE when all classes are full.

      4. The federation will not hold or post any medals, trophies or other associated competiton winnings if the competitior does not collect them at the ceremony on the day. 

     5. All competitors MUST produce their current year of competing membership PDF at weigh in otherwise the competitor shall not be permitted to compete. 

    6/      PLEASE NOTE: ONLY 30 COMPETITIORS WILL BE TAKEN. THE ENTRIES WILL CLOSE AS SOON AS EACH DAY IF FULL

    7. Entries are non-refundable and non-transferable under all circumstances and including postponement and cancellation. 

    8. Competitors not adhering to safety or general behavior rules will be disqualified from the event and asked to leave the premises. All lifters understand the risks of attending a group event and take full responsibility knowing the risks for attending the event. All comnpetitors will have due respect for all persons at the premises and if any actions are considered to be aggressive or endagering the wellbeing physical or mental of other persons, they will be asked to leave the competition without negotiation. 

     

  • PAYMENTS 

    PAYPAL - this has fees 

    Paypal address is: philiphorwoodpt@googlemail.com 

    The entry fee for one category is £35 (with Paypal Charges it is £36.74).

    2 categories: £55, £56.40 with PayPal fees

    3 categorties - £75. £77.80 with PayPal fees

    Per category means for full powerlifting, or bench press only or deadlift only. this also includes your age class and weight category etc. If you wish to add another category, like bench press only as well as full power, this is 2 categories. this also applies to if you want to enter Masters AND Open as an example. 

    Please note, if you do not cover the paypal fees you will be asked to do so. We have th eoption of bank transfer instead if you wish to have an option without paypal fees. 

    By BANK TRANSFER - this has no fees 

    Entry Fees: 

    PAYMENTS 

    The entry fee for one category is £35

    2 categories: £55

    3 categorties - £75

    Please make payments for bank transfer to: 

    Account Number:53152197

    Sort code: 20-23-98

    Account name: Phil Horwood Traning 

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