SBD UAE Power Meet 17
Strength & Wellness – Join us in empowering individuals and uniting a community of strength
31 October - 2 November 2025
Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Science Park
Dubai, UAE
What is the Power Meet?
Whether you're lifting 25 kg or 325 kg, stepping onto the platform for the first time or chasing a personal best, you'll experience unmatched energy, camaraderie, and support from start to finish.
Over the past 16 editions, we've welcomed more than 1,200 athletes to the platform. In 2025, we’re making history — introducing Olympic Weightlifting alongside Classic Powerlifting — creating our most inclusive and unforgettable event yet.
What's new for 2025?
This year, we’re taking things to the next level.
For the first time ever, the SBD UAE Power Meet will feature Olympic Weightlifting alongside our flagship Classic Powerlifting competition — making this our biggest and most inclusive event to date.
Here’s what to expect:
- 🏋️♂️ Olympic Weightlifting debuts on 31 October — limited to 30 lifters
- Classic Powerlifting returns on 1–2 November — limited to 110 lifters
- 📍 New Venue: Holiday Inn & Suites, Dubai Science Park
- 💥 Bigger crowd. Bigger energy. Same electric Desert Barbell atmosphere.
Whether you're a lifter or a fan, this is your moment to be part of something special.
Why join us?
At Desert Barbell, we don’t just run competitions — we build moments that matter.
Whether you're chasing your first total, breaking national records, or simply lifting among friends, the SBD UAE Power Meet offers a platform that celebrates every athlete.
- World-class competition experience — from weigh-in to platform
- Electric atmosphere — crowd energy that pushes you to your best
- Fair, well-run, and inclusive — all levels welcome
- Now open to Olympic Weightlifters — lifting starts here, too
- More than 1,200 athletes and 16 editions of proven credibility
Community is at our core — and you’ll feel it the moment you walk through the door.
Other Information & FAQ
Who can register?
- Any lifter aged 16+, male or female, capable of 25 kg in squat, bench, deadlift
- 110 competitor limit for Powerlifting, 30 competitor limit for Weightlifting – first come, first served; early registration for club affiliates
- Register online only, via our website
- We cannot guarantee spaces for anyone. Fair play rules apply - first come, first serve!
Important information
Here are a few things you should know before you decide to compete at Power Meet.
- We follow the IPF and IWF equipment and competition rules including weight classes for men and women
- A singlet is required to compete - this is to help promote fair judging for all competitors
- This is ideal for lifters of ALL levels - complete beginners to experienced lifters
- This is a community focused event and suitable for the whole family
- This event is open for men and women to compete, minimum age of 16
- Desert Barbell promotes 'drug free and drug tested' sports. The Power Meet is a drug tested event
- International lifters will compete as guest lifters
Weight Classes
Classic Powerlifting:
Women's weight categories:
- 47.0 kg Class up to 47.0 kg
- 52.0 kg Class from 47.01 kg up to 52.0 kg
- 57.0 kg Class from 52.01 kg up to 57.0 kg
- 63.0 kg Class from 57.01 kg up to 63.0 kg
- 69.0 kg Class from 63.01 kg up to 69.0 kg
- 76.0 kg Class from 69.01 kg up to 76.0 kg
- 84.0 kg Class from 72.01 kg up to 84.0 kg
- 84.0+ kg Class from 84.01 kg up to unlimited
Men's weight categories:
- 59.0 kg Class up to 59.0 kg
- 66.0 kg Class from 59.01 kg up to 66.0 kg
- 74.0 kg Class from 66.01 kg up to 74.0 kg
- 83.0 kg Class from 74.01 kg up to 83.0 kg
- 93.0 kg Class from 83.01 kg up to 93.0 kg
- 105.0 kg Class from 93.01 kg up to 105.0 kg
- 120.0 kg Class from 105.01 kg up to 120.0 kg
- 120.0+ kg Class from 120.01 kg up to unlimited
Weightlifting
Women's weight categories:
- 48kg (Up to 48kg)
- 53kg (48.01kg1 - 53kg)
- 58kg (53.01kg - 58kg)
- 63kg (58.01kg - 63kg)
- 69kg (63.01kg - 69kg)
- 77kg (69.01kg - 77kg)
- 86kg (77.01kg - 86kg)
- +86kg (86.01 kg and above)
Men's weight categories:
- 60kg (Up to 60kg)
- 65kg (60.01kg1 - 65kg)
- 71kg (65.01kg - 71kg)
- 79kg (71.01kg - 79kg)
- 88kg (79.01kg - 88kg)
- 94kg (88.01kg - 94kg)
- 110kg (94.01kg - 110kg)
- +110kg (110.01 kg and above)
Are there age categories?
No, The Power Meet is an 'open' competition, which means all age groups compete in the open class. However, we will award the best overall juniors and master lifters!
Term's & Conditions
Please ensure to read the T&Cs before registering this this event:
Power Meet Terms & Conditions