Powerlifting
About Powerlifting
Powerlifting is a sport of strength. Every athlete aims in lifting more weights than the opponent using specific moves. Special Olympics Wisconsin Powerlifting is much more than the mere exercises. It is effort, persistence and loyalty. Training, determination and attitude are the key facts that define the balance between a successful or failed attempt.
2027 Competition Options
Athletes will compete at Summer Games at UW-Whitewater. Athletes will be assigned divisions based on their weight in the weigh in, prior to the start of competition. The minimum age to compete in Powerlifting is 14.
Events Offered
- Squat
- Bench Press
- Deadlift
- Combination Bench Press & Deadlift
- Combination Squat, Bench Press & Deadlift
Important Dates
- Intent to Play Deadline: March 1
- Paperwork Deadline: April 15
2027 State Competition
2027 Summer Games
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
Coming Soon!
Regions Assigned: All
Contact: Danny Kuklinski
Rules & Forms
- 2026 SOWI Powerlifting Rules
- 2027 SOWI Intent to Play Form
- 2027 Summer Games Registration Form – Coming Soon!
Powerlifting Coaches Clinic Registration - Special Needs Form