The BPF/WPU competition classifications for 2025 outline a structured pathway for athletes to progress from national to international levels. Here's a breakdown of the competition structure and qualification criteria:
### 1. **British Qualifier**
- **Objective**: Serve as the initial qualifying stage for the National Championships.
- **Qualification Criteria**: The top 3 athletes in all classes will qualify for the National Championships.
### 2. **National Championships**
- **Objective**: Determine the top athletes who will represent their country at the European and World Championships.
- **Qualification Criteria**: The top 3 athletes in each class will qualify for the European & World Championships.
### 3. **European & World Championships**
- **Objective**: Identify the best athletes to compete at the highest level of international competition.
- **Qualification Criteria**: The top 2 athletes in each class will qualify for the Pro Invitational Expo and other International meets.
### Overall Aim
The BPF/WPU aims to provide all national and international athletes with the opportunity to compete at every level, ensuring a clear and fair progression from local competitions to global stages. This structure allows athletes to showcase their skills, gain experience, and achieve recognition on an international platform.
This classification system ensures a competitive yet inclusive environment, fostering growth and excellence in the sport.
BPF / WPU COMPETITION CLASSIFICATIONS 2025

EVENTS
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Warriors of the north
4th May 2025
3 ferriby road
barton-upon-humber
DN18 5RJ
10AM START
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MEN OF STEEL 12th April 2025
THE BPF ACADEMY
3 AMBER DRIVE
LANGLEY MILL
NOTTINGHAM
NG16 4BE
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WOMEN OF IRON 12th April 2025
THE BPF ACADEMY
3 AMBER DRIVE
LANGLEY MILL
NOTTINGHAM
NG16 4BE
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BRITISH INTERNATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS 2025
6th 7th 8th June 2025
Coventry Rugby club
Butts Park Arena
Coventry
CV1 3GE
England
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Open World Championship strict curl cup
strict curl cup
13th July 2025
Boston high street
Boston
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EUROPEAN & COMMONWEALTH CHAMPIONSHIPS
18th 20th july 2025
Spain
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Record breakers
September 13th & 14th 2025
84 PENSBY ROAD
HASWELL
CH60 7RF
PROMOTERS :
BPF/WPU
DAN & DOM ECCLES
HELL BELLS POWERLIFTING, WIRRAL
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DAY OF THE DEAD
November 2025
THE BPF ACADEMY
3 AMBER DRIVE
LANGLEY MILL
NOTTINHHAM
NG16 4BE
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WPU World Championships 2025
weigh ins 27th comp 28th 29th 30th NOVEMBER 2025
India
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Griffiths Deadlift Cup
Charity competition
Supporting the British heart foundation
XMAS GIFT FOR ALL LIFTERS ON THE DAY
14TH DECEMBER 2025
BPF Academy
3 Amber Drive
Langley Drive
Nottingham
NG164BE
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The Monty Crown 2026
PART 4
FEBRUARY 2026
3 AMBER DRIVE
LANGLEY MILL
NOTTINGHAM
NG16 4BE
welcome to the 3rd monty crown supprting our 4 leged freinds . in partnership with the PDSA
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Project mayhem in Boston
8th March 2026
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WARRIORS OF THE NORTH
3RD MAY 2026
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WOMEN OF IRON MEN OF STEEL April 11th 2026
THE BPF ACADEMY
3 AMBER DRIVE
LANGLEY MILL
NOTTINGHAM
NG16 4BE
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Mr & Mrs O Masters Pro International Powerlifting Championships
WELSH EXPO NOVEMBER 2026