Here is the schedule:

(Times subject to change slightly)

8.00am - 9.00am: Registration and weigh-in

10.00am: Female rising bar competition starts. Opening weight is 60kg

11.30am - 12.00pm: Male rising bar competition starts. Opening weight is 120kg

2.00pm: Medal ceremony

Rules:

Every athlete must attempt the opening weight for their category.

The weight will rise by 10kg per round.

An athlete has the option to 'skip' weights if they choose to.

Once we have reached the last five athletes we will make 5kg increments.

Once we are down to the last three athletes they can then make their own weight selections for their attempts.

Once you have missed an attempt at a weight you are out of the competition.

Biggest weight lifted is the overall winner with another winner for the best lb for lb deadlift on the day.

You will be given 60 seconds to attempt the weight once you have stepped onto the platform.

Shins must be covered for the event and usual gym attire is acceptable for the competition. Usual clothing rules apply such as no outdoor footwear etc.

There will be one judge on the day. Athletes must wait for the "down" command from the judge and PUT THE WEIGHT DOWN to complete the lift.

Straps, chalk, talk, hitching and sumo is all allowed on the day, however, no suits please.

Please keep in mind this is an amateur competition.

Entry is £20 per person which includes a free t-shirt.

There is a maximum number of 20 competitors for each category, once it's full we will create a reserves list.

Your entry is only confirmed once payment has been received. Please pay via PayPal to [email protected] as friends and family. In the comments section please enter your full name, gender and t-shirt size.

Family and friends can come along to support athletes with no extra cost

This will be a fantastic event so we look forward to seeing you all there!