Powerlifting 

Powerlifting is the ultimate test of upper body strength. Competitors lower the bar to their chest and hold it motionless and then press it upwards to armed length with elbows locked.

Paralympic Classification 

All athletes with a minimal disability compete in open competition. The sport is avaliable to people with spinal cord injuries, amputees and people with cerebral palsy.

Useful Links 

Paralympics New Zealand: Click Here
IPC Power Lifting: Click Here

Interested in Powerlifting?

Contact Matt [email protected] or 0274567678

Matt trains, competes and coaches.  He would like to help others with physical disabilities get into powerlifting - please make contact if you are interested!  

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