Winter Classic Info & Registration | Body Fit Health Club

THIS IS WC2

The Winter Classic is back for its second edition! WC2 (Winter Classic 2) builds on the success of our previous weightlifting competitions, solidifying its place as a staple in our bi-annual powerlifting tradition at Body Fit. Following the momentum of SC2 (Summer Classic 2), WC2 promises to deliver another electric competition filled with strength, camaraderie, and unforgettable lifts.

Whether you're a seasoned lifter, or you’ve never competed in a powerlifting event before, WC2 is for you. This event is a mock-meet and will be open to both members and non-members, of all ages and abilities, offering a platform for everyone to showcase their strength and skill. It's about having fun, building camaraderie, and maybe even smashing some PRs.

COMPETITION APPLICATION

FIRST NAME

1 REP MAX (LBS)

BODY WEIGHT (LBS)

LAST NAME

DATE OF BIRTH required

STARTING LIFT (LBS)

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EVENT INFORMATION

First-timer friendly: This event is an independent, unregulated gathering aimed purely at fun and community engagement, open to both first-time and seasoned lifters, and is not affiliated with any official powerlifting organizations.

Deadlift Event: Friday February 28th, 6:30 pm @ Body Fit Health Club, 141 Reach St Unit 3, L9P 1L3

Bench Press Event: Saturday March 1st 5:30 pm @ Body Fit Health Club, 141 Reach St Unit 3, L9P 1L3

Address: Body Fit Health Club, 141 Reach St Unit 3, L9P 1L3 (around the back of the building)

Registration: Open until February 23rd

Entry fee: $25.00 for non members

No entry fee for current Body Fit members

Check ins: Opens 2 hours before event start and closes 30 minutes before event start

Judges meeting: 30 minutes before event starts

Rules & Regulations

Age brackets

Competitors are grouped into different age brackets to ensure fair competition. They are as follows:

Sub-Junior: 14-17
Junior: 18-21
Intermediate: 22-30
Open: 31-45
Masters: 46+

Attempts

Participants have three attempts in total. The weight increments after attempts will be determined by the lifter but can be no less than 5 Lb increments.

Commands

Participants must follow specific commands given by the judges. The commands include "Up", which signals the participant to unrack the barbell (lift of may be assisted by spotters), "start," which signals the participant to begin the descent, "press" which signals the participant to begin the press upwards to a full extension of the arms, and "rack," which indicates that the lifter should return the barbell to the rack. Failure to follow commands can disqualify a lift.

Technique and Range of Motion

The bench press must be performed with the head, shoulders, and buttocks in contact with the bench throughout the lift. The feet must be flat on the floor and an even width apart. Their hands must be on or inside the notches of the bar and may not shift outwards. The barbell must touch the lifter's chest, and a brief pause must occur before the lifter presses the bar upward. During the press, there must be no downwards motion, there must be a relatively even extension of the arms, and at the apex of the press, both arms must lockout simultaneously. Failure of proper technique and range of motion can disqualify a lift.

Lifting Off

Lifters will not receive a lift-off assistance from spotters. They are responsible for unracking the barbell on their own.

Judging

Lifts are judged by a judge who determines the lift's validity based on factors such as proper setup, range of motion, control of the barbell, and adherence to commands. The decision of the judge is final.

Scoring

The heaviest successful lift is recorded as the lifter's official result. Each lifter's result is compared using a bodyweight to weight lifted ratio to determine rankings across age classes.

Qualifications

**There are no minimum qualifications. This is a beginner friendly competition. However, we do have a recommended self-minimum-qualification for those unsure if they are ready yet to compete. (Keep in mind, even if you may not meet these qualifications, you are still allowed to register. We do not want to turn anyone away from their chance at getting some fun competition experience). Below are the recommended self-minimum-qualifications:

Men

Sub-Junior: (14-17) - 0.8x body weight for a 1 rep max
Junior: (18-21) - 1x body weight for a 1 rep max
Intermediate: (22-30) - 1x body weight for a 1 rep max
Open: (31-45) - 1x body weight for a 1 rep max
Masters: (46+) - 0.8x body weight for a 1 rep max

Women

Sub-Junior: (14-17) - 0.4x body weight for a 1 rep max
Junior: (18-21) - 0.6x body weight for a 1 rep max
Intermediate: (22-30) - 0.6x body weight for a 1 rep max
Open: (31-45) - 0.6x body weight for a 1 rep max
Masters: (46+) - 0.4x body weight for a 1 rep max

Rules & Regulations

Age brackets

Competitors are grouped into different age brackets to ensure fair competition. They are as follows:

Sub-Junior: 14-17
Junior: 18-21
Intermediate: 22-30
Open: 31-45
Masters: 46+

Attempts

Participants have three attempts in total. The weight increments after attempts will be determined by the lifter but can be no less than 5 Lb increments. Participants have 60 seconds to start their lift. There is no start command from the Judge.

Grip and Stance

Participants may choose their preferred grip style and stance. They must have their feet flat on the floor during the lift. Lifting aids such as lifting straps and chalk are not permitted.

Lifting Technique

The deadlift involves lifting the barbell from the floor to a fully upright position, with the shoulders pulled back and the hips and knees fully extended. The barbell must not go down at any point in the lift. They may not use their thighs to rest the bar upon (Hitching). They may not use their thighs to support the bar while sliding it up their thighs (Planing).

Lockout and “Down” Command

Participants must reach a fully locked-out position at the top of the lift, with the shoulders back and the knees and hips extended. The bar must not drop during the lift. Once the lift is completed, they will receive a "down" command from the Judge, signaling them to return the barbell to the floor in a controlled manner.

Judging

Lifts are judged by determining the lift's validity based on factors such as proper technique, range of motion, control of the barbell, and adherence to commands. The decision of the Judge is final.

Scoring

The heaviest successful lift is recorded as the lifter's official result. Each lifter's result is compared using a bodyweight to weight lifted ratio to determine rankings across age classes.

Prohibited Accessories

Grip enhancing lifting straps. (Chalk will be permitted during the competition. This is the only time usage of chalk will be permitted in the gym).

Qualifications

Men

Sub-Junior: (14-17) - 1.5x body weight for a 1 rep max
Junior: (18-21) - 1.8x body weight for a 1 rep max
Intermediate: (22-30) - 1.8x body weight for a 1 rep max
Open: (31-45) - 1.8x body weight for a 1 rep max
Masters: (46+) - 1.5x body weight for a 1 rep max

Women

Sub-Junior: (14-17) - 1x body weight for a 1 rep max
Junior: (18-21) - 1.2x body weight for a 1 rep max
Intermediate: (22-30) - 1.2x body weight for a 1 rep max
Open: (31-45) - 1.2x body weight for a 1 rep max
Masters: (46+) - 1x body weight for a 1 rep max

I have carefully read, fully understand, and agree to comply with the rules and regulations outlined above. By signing this agreement, I acknowledge that I am aware of the potential risks associated with participating in this event, and assume full responsibility for any consequences that may arise from my actions during the event. I understand that failure to abide by these rules and regulations may result in my forfeiture from the overall participation. Therefore, I commit to ensuring the safety of all participants and conducting myself in a responsible and respectful manner at all times during the event.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

We ask that all competitors arrive at least 1 hour before their event. Keep in mind that the Bench Press event starts at 6:30 PM and the Deadlift event starts at 5:30 PM.

You will need to be there for check-ins. Check-ins will open 2 hours before each event and close 30 minutes before. There will be weigh-ins and paperwork to fill out beforehand. The judge will go over the competition rules 15 minutes before the event starts. If you are unable to make it before the check-ins close, you cannot compete.

If you submit an application but the maximum number of competitors has been reached, you will be added to a waitlist and notified. If somebody withdraws from a competition, we will notify everyone on the waitlist. The open spot is given to the first individual on the waitlist to respond.

If you have applied for a competition but have been waitlisted, you are welcome to apply for another competition that has availability. It should be noted that in doing so, you void your application for the previous competition.