Why become a USPC Certified Gym?

• Recognized as a facility that has what powerlifters need to train and/or compete.
• National recognition on the USPC’s website.

What are the requirements?

• Stand-alone facility (no home gyms).
• Website.
• Copy of certificate of insurance for facility.
• Equipment needed to train powerlifting.  Award status based on the following criteria:
  • Bronze Level: Minimum requirements: at least twelve 45# steel plates, at least one stand-alone power rack, at least one stand-alone flat bench with bar-supporting uprights.
  • Silver Level: calibrated steel kilo set, Squat Bar, Deadlift Bar and Combo Rack.
  • Gold Level: calibrated steel kilo set, Squat Bar, Deadlift Bar and Monolift (all required).

What are the costs and what do I get?

• $200 one-time fee.
• $50 annual renewal.
• A Certified Gym Banner that is 4’ height x 8’ length.
• Listed as a Certified Gym on the USPC website that will include gym website, location, pictures of facility, etc.
• Location built into the Certified Gym Finder.

How do I apply? Use the form below to submit your application.

Fill out my online form.