The Sam Standerwick Bench and Deadlift Challenge FIT XPO COVENTRY- November 21st & 22nd – (OPEN TO ANYONE)

Get Ready to Unleash Your Power!
Prepare to take part in the Sam Standerwick 10 year Memorial Deadlift Challenge, an electrifying deadlifting event presented by the dedicated promoter, Dayle Longford. This is your opportunity to showcase your strength, break new personal records, and be part of an adrenaline-charged strength competition. Hosted at the renowned DL Fitness Gym, it’s a day filled with power, determination, and a thriving lifting community.
This will commemorate 10 years since Sam Standerwick sadly passed away due to heart failure in his sleep. There will also be prizes for best Bench & Deadlift Male and Female on wilks and also greatest weight lifted by a Male and female lifter.
📅 Date: November 30th
📍 Venue: FIT XPO, COVENTRY.
🕘 Start Time: 10:00 AM
Limited to 50 Entries Each day.
Event Highlights:
- Promoted by the passionate Dayle Longford
- Open to powerlifters of all weight categories and experience levels
- Open to any lifter no membership needed.
- State-of-the-art equipment in a motivating fitness environment
- A supportive and encouraging atmosphere, welcoming both newcomers and seasoned competitors
- Opportunities to connect with fellow fitness enthusiasts, coaches, and dedicated athletes
- Medal and certificate for all athletes competing
- If your a member you can break Records.
- Competition Equipment:
- On platform:
- Competition bench
- Deadlift platform.
- Texas Deadlift bar.
- Rogue Bench bar.
- Warm up area:
- 3 benches.
- 3 bench bars.
- 3 Deadlift platforms.
- Deadlift Bars.
Why Choose the Sam Standerwick Deadlift Challenge:
- Experience the thrill and camaraderie of a competitive Bench & Deadlifting event
- Explore the expo with your competition entry access all areas.
- Push your limits and uncover your true strength potential
- Gain inspiration from top athletes striving for excellence
- Enjoy a day filled with fitness, challenge, and a vibrant lifting community.
What’s the split?
ALL BENCH will take place on the Saturday 21st
ALL DEADLIFT will take place on the Sunday 22nd.
NO ON THE DAY WEIGH INS. All weigh ins are 24hrs before.
Competition Photos:
We have a dedicated professional photographer to capture all your amazing feats of strength, you can pre order your packages to be sure she gets your best shots. Please drop abitaylorphoto Instagram a message.
Sign Up & Learn More: Ready to accept the challenge and make your mark? Register now to secure your spot on the platform! Registration opens 1st June
Elevate your strength, embrace the challenge, and become part of something extraordinary at the Sam Standerwick Deadlift Challenge. We can’t wait to celebrate your achievements! 🏆💥
Weigh-In Times – Please note: Twenty-four hours prior to the competition, if it begins at 9 a.m., the weigh-in would occur from 9 to 10 a.m. on the day before the competition. Conversely, if the competition starts at 10 a.m., the weigh-in would be scheduled from 10 to 11 a.m. on the preceding day. Additionally, there is an afternoon weigh-in from 5 to 6 p.m. on that day. On the day of the competition itself, the weigh-ins will be conducted from 7 to 8 a.m. if the competition commences at 9 a.m., or from 8 to 9 a.m. if the competition starts at 10 a.m.
Remote weigh ins are available when organised with a UKIPL referee please email to arrange a weigh in slot with a referee closer to your location, weigh in times must still be abided by. info@powerliftingukipl.org
Please use this qualification standards calculator – to get to IPL British you need class 11 Qualification to get an entry: Classification Standards – IPL Powerlifting (powerlifting-ipl.com)


