Barbell Brawl on Barrow Street

LIFTER CONDUCT

Respect the Platform. At HFE, we lift heavy and act right. All lifters must show respect to our referees, loaders, spotters, and fellow competitors. Any unsportsmanlike behavior = disqualification. We don’t play about that.

Weigh-Ins. You’ll weigh in at your assigned time in minimal clothing. Be on time – no exceptions.

Coaches & Crew. Cheer loud, but stay in your lane. Only athletes and staff allowed on the platform.

Warm-Up Area. This isn’t your personal gym. Be courteous. Share racks and platforms so everyone gets time to prepare.

Platform Access. If your name’s not up next, step off. Lifters and authorized staff only on deck.

WEIGHT CLASSES

Men:

• 53 kg (youth)
   
• 59 kg
   
• 66 kg
   
• 74 kg
   
• 83 kg
   
• 93 kg
   
• 105 kg
   
• 120 kg
   
• 120+ kg
   

Women:

• 43 kg (youth)
   
• 47 kg
   
• 52 kg
   
• 57 kg
   
• 63 kg
   
• 69 kg
   
• 76 kg
   
• 84 kg
   
• 84+ kg
   

Note: We follow standard IPF-style categories, but final class structure may adjust based on sign-ups.

APPROVED GEAR

Raw Division (Classic):

• Belt: Max width 10 cm
   
• Wrist Wraps: Up to 1 meter
   
• Knee Sleeves: Non-compressive neoprene only
   
• Singlet: Required
   
• Shirt & Shoes: T-shirt required for squat and bench; shoes must be secure and safe
   

Equipped Division (Single-Ply):

• Support Gear: Single-ply suits, shirts, wraps (check approval list)
   
• Knee Wraps: Up to 2 meters
   

Final call on gear approval rests with the meet director. Don’t test us.

DIVISIONS & CATEGORIES

Age Divisions:

• Youth: 8–13
   
• Teen: 14–19
   
• Junior: 20–23
   
• Open: All lifters eligible
   
• Masters: 40+ (may be split in 5-year groups)
   

Divisions:

• Raw (Classic)
   
• Equipped (Single-Ply)
   

Team Divisions (Optional):

• High School
   
• Collegiate
   
• Military
   
• First Responders
   

COMPETITION FORMAT

Lift Order:

1. Squat
    
2. Bench Press
    
3. Deadlift
    

Attempts:

• 3 per lift (9 total)
   
• Best successful attempt in each counts toward total
   

Commands:

• Squat: “Squat” → “Rack”
   
• Bench: “Start” → “Press” → “Rack”
   
• Deadlift: “Down”
   

Judging:

• 3 judges
   
• You need 2 out of 3 white lights for a good lift
   
• Miss all 3 attempts on any lift = bomb out
   

SCORING & AWARDS

• Total Score: Best squat + bench + deadlift
   
• Ties: Lighter lifter wins
   
• Top Lifters: Podium recognition for Top 5
   
• Relative Strength Awards: Using DOTS or similar formulas to rank lifters across weight classes
   

ADDITIONAL INFO

• Registration: Must be completed before the event
   
• Rules Briefing: Don’t skip it – all lifters must attend
   
• Medical Clearance: Required for youth and masters divisions (if requested)
   

This event is part of Hudson Fit Expo’s mission to uplift the fitness community. Whether you’re chasing PRs or podiums – we’re here to give you a platform (literally).

Let’s lift. Let’s roar. Welcome to HFE.