SBD UAE Power Meet 16
19 - 20 October 2024, Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Science Park, UAE
The SBD UAE Power Meet
Sanctioned by the UAE Powerlifting Committee, the SBD UAE Power Meet is a two-day community driven powerlifting competition.
Men and women from all experience levels and backgrounds gather to test their strength in the squat, benchpress and deadlift. Whether you lift 25kg or 325kg, whether it is your first time competing or you came for the gold medal, everyone gets the same cheer and support.
The competition follows IPF rules which means it is also a drug tested competition. 2024 will host the 15th and 16th edition of the event under the newly developed ‘SBD UAE Power Meet Series’ format.
What's new for Power Meet 16?
- Recognizing success: Medals provided for first, second and third place as well as new prizes for the overall winners**
- No-one goes unnoticed: Certificate of participation for all athletes
- More opportunities: We've increased the athlete limit to 110
- Better spectator experience: New visual experiences, more an offer from our sponsors
- Awards and recognition for best overall lifters in the Open, Junior and Masters categories
**Power Meet is an Open competition so all age divisions compete together.
About the series
Built on community, the Power Meet has set the standard for Powerlifting in the region since 2016. Heading for it's 16th edition, the event continues to provide a platform for total beginners and more seasoned lifters to experience the thrill of classic powerlifting.
Power Meet runs as a two event series across the year, with the last event attracting more than 100 lifters and over 500 visitors. The competition takes place over 2 days and the next competition promises to be bigger than the last.
Lifters not only battle on the day for medals, but they will also battle for the overall rankings to stand a chance to be invited to other events.
In 2024, the event is hosted at the Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Science Park. The venue offers a luxury experience for the athletes, spectators and provides good opportunity to sponsors to exhibit and be part of this awesome event.
Who can and how to register for Power Meet?
anyone can compete
Anyone can register for the SBD UAE Power Meet! However, spaces are limited and assigned on a first come first serve basis.
There is no minimum requirement to compete. This is your strength journey and a celebration of your progress. You only need to be able to squat, bench press and deadlift a minimum of 25kg as that is the lowest weight that can be added to the barbell.
Registrations are done online ONLY, and ONLY through our website. Competition dates and dates for registration are announced on our social media, so be sure to follow us on Instagram for announcements.
Club members and Affiliate members have the opportunity to pre-register one week before registrations are officially opened. We cannot guarantee places for anyone as we believe in 'fair play' rules.
Who and why sponsor Power Meet?
Supporting one strong community
By sponsoring the SBD UAE Power Meet Competitions, not only will you gain access to unique branding opportunities but you will also be supporting the development of the sport of Powerlifting in the UAE.
Results and records
Celebrating strength
You can browse the results and Club records below. These are updated after each event.
What else should you know?
Raising the standard
Here are a few things you should know before you decide to compete at Power Meet.
- We follow the IPF 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
- The Power Meet now serves as the qualifier for the Desert Barbell Classic and UAE National Team
- Desert Barbell promotes 'drug free and drug tested' sports. The Power Meet is now a drug tested event
- International lifters will compete as guest lifters
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