october 9-11, 2026
​WORLD powerlifting
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GAMES 2026
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Rock Hill Sports & Event Center, 326 Technology Way, Rock Hill, SC 29730
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Competition Area: Championship Arena
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Separate "Tested" & "Untested" Classifications
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World Powerlifting Games 2026 is an international event, open to all ​"Tested" and "Untested" athletes.
Athletes compete against like competition!
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Qualifying options are listed below:
1) You've achieved a Qualifying Total or Lift in any sanctioned meet from any federation. The Qualifying Total or Lift in all tested and untested divisions rank as high as Pro-Elite go through Class II standard. Link to all Ranking Standards
If any of the qualifiers below apply, then no other qualifier is necessary.
2) You won your division / weight class at the 2025 World Powerlifting Games, 2026 USA Nationals or any event designated as a World Games qualifier, sanctioned by the 365 Strong World Powerlifting Federation.
3) Upon request, athletes may be considered to receive an Official Invitation.
4) You presently hold a 365 Strong State, Regional or World record.
5) Your Gym, Team or Country receives a Group Invitation (all group members may participate)
6) You have achieved an Pro-Elite Total and/or Lift in any sanctioned meet with any federation.
Powerlifting Competition Options:
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> FULL POWER > PUSH PULL > SQUAT
> BENCH PRESS > DEADLIFT >STRICT CURL
(Friday Oct. 9th, is the World Power Lift Challenge for rep competition in Bench, Deadlift, Strict Curl and/or Cheat Curl)
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*"Power Lift Challenge" Rep Competition:
Separate competition at the World Games of Power. Event Page Link
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Lifting Categories:
>Unlimited >Multi-ply >Single-Ply >Raw (Knee Sleeves) >Raw Classic (Knee Wraps)
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Male & Female Divisions: Best Lifter is awarded in each division!
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Pro-Elite: Competitors (with a Pro-Elite level lift or total) must enter the Pro-Elite Division to be eligible for a Cash Payout! We will implement a Formula for lifters competing with differing gear types such as Raw, Raw Classic, Single-Ply, Multi-Ply and Unlimited to create a level playing field for all. This formula is explained on page 28 of the Rulebook.
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Open (No age requirement)
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Juniors (20-23)
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Masters (40-44; 45-49; 50-54; etc.)
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Submasters (35-39)
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Teenage (13-15; 16-17; 18-19)
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Youth (10-12)
- Military/Police/Fire Fighters
- Para-Lifters / Special Olympians
- Kids Club (5-10)​​​
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- Last year we used 2 platforms both Saturday and Sunday. This allowed us to complete the competition by 4:00-4:30 pm each day. This strategy allowed our athletes the proper time in between each attempt that's necessary for maximum results. In 2026, we'll again use of 2 platforms daily to ensure all athletes will be able to start and complete the event in a reseasonable time frame!
EVENT INFORMATION & SCHEDULE
Most convenient airport option:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (25 miles / 40.2 kilometers)
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WEIGH-IN (Who and When)
​>Friday October 9th Early Weigh-ins for Saturday October 10th World Game Competitors include the following athletes:
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All Females/All Gear & Divisions - 97lb/44kg thru 242.5+lb/110.1+kg
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All Males in all Divisions for only Weight Classes - 114.6lb/52kg thru 198.4lb/90kg
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On Friday beginning at 6:15 pm: Class of 2026 Hall of Fame Induction (approx. 4:00-6:00 pm)
>Saturday October 10th Early Weigh-ins and Sunday October 11th World Game Competitors include the following athletes:
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All Males in all Divisions for only Weight Classes - 220.4lb/100kg thru 308.7+lb/140.1+kg
Early Weigh-In Times:
Early Weigh-In Friday October 9th, Times: 9:00 am-12:00 pm or 4:00-6:00 pm (for October 10th competitors) and Saturday October 11th from 6:45-7:45 am, 10:30 am-12:00 noon or 3:30-5:30 pm (for October 11th competitors).
Late Weigh-In (all lifters): 6:45 - 7:45 am (Sat. & Sun.)
Rules Meeting on meet day is lated to start at 8:00 am...followed by lifters warm-up and 1st lift at 9:00 am.
Membership: Go to the PayPal button to select your preferred Membership Plan:
All Athletes must have either a LIFETIME MEMBERSHIP or current
ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP!
Member Upgrade: Current Annual members that wish to upgrade into a Lifetime membership may do so by only paying $55!!
Registering: In order to register for this event go to the red "Registration Form" button at the top of the page. Complete by filling out the form and clicking "send".
Payment Options: Proceed to the PayPal button and select the appropriate payment option.
Early-Bird Discount Code: "26WORLDGAMES"
Discount Offers: 1) Paid Registration Fees by now and August 1st receive a $20 discount, 2) Paid Registration Fees by September 1st receives a $10 discount.
>Full Power Standard Entry Fee: $175
>M/P/F, Teens & Youth Full Power Entry Fee: $155
>Push Pull Only Entry Fee: $155
>Squat, Bench or Deadlift Only Entry Fee: $145
>Strict Curl Entry Fee: $70
>Kids Club Entry Fee: $25
>Crossover Fee: $60
>Team Entry Fee: $140
*Other payment options: Cash App - $365Strong and Venmo - @Strong365
Mail Checks or Money Orders to: 365 SWPF, PO Box 253, Fort Mill, SC 29716
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