WHERE STRENGTH TAKES THE STAGE
MARCH 21-22 - MCEC MELBOURNE
Over two massive days, the APL Pro brings elite powerlifters from Australia and New Zealand together in front of thousands at AusFitness Expo!
Athlete information
Lifters can qualify for the APL Pro with a DOTS score set after January 1st, 2025.
Open Pro Division
Men – 500 DOTS minimum
Women – 470 DOTS minimum
DOTS scores may be achieved in any powerlifting federation worldwide.
Tested Divisions
Men – 425 DOTS minimum
Women – 400 DOTS minimum
DOTS must be achieved at an APL or NZPU sanctioned event.
We would like to thank ZeroW Equipment for providing the equipment for both the warm-up room and the platform.
You will find the same equipment on the platform and the warm-up room:
- ZeroW Combo rack for Squats and Bench Press
- 29mm Texas power bar for Squats and Bench Press
- 20kg Texas deadlift bar
All divisions will use ZeroW calibrated plates
All lifters must adhere to the APL’s official competition rules. Review the latest guidelines before the APL Pro:
Stay tuned for more updates as 2026 approaches!
The APL follows a 24-hour weigh-in protocol.
Weigh-ins for Saturday and Sunday competitors will take place 24 hours prior at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC).
Friday’s 1:00 PM weigh-ins will be conducted at Apex Strength in Coburg on Thursday, August 21st.
Photography details coming soon!
Lifters are welcome to bring their own videographers to the venue, however there are a few stipulations that must be adhered to:
- The lifters’ experience and safety is our first priority, and the warm-up room will be a very busy area with up to 40 lifters in a session. If things get too congested or videographers are in the way, they will be asked to leave the area and will not be able to return
- Your videographer must only be filming you
Videographers cannot film other athletes in an attempt to sell the footage to them.
Spectator information
Venue:
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC)
Address: 1 Convention Centre Pl, South Wharf VIC 3006
The APL Pro will take place at AusFitness Expo, located in the MCEC, at the heart of Melbourne’s CBD.
The MCEC offers world-class facilities, convenient public transport access, and nearby accommodation and dining options for athletes and spectators.
Visit AusFitness Expo Website Here
Dates & Run Time:
Saturday 21 March 2025: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday 22 March 2025: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Spectator entry to the APL Pro is included with a valid AusFitness Expo ticket.
Tickets can be purchased directly through the AusFitness website from January 9th.
Use code: APL to save 20% at checkout!
Visit AusFitness Expo Website Here
Athletes will receive specific access details and entry times closer to the event date.
The APL Pro is fast, loud, and best enjoyed when you’re amongst the chaos! But if you can’t make it in person, the entire event will be streamed live so you can follow all the action from anywhere.
Livestream details will be announced closer to the event.
Yes children are welcome at this event. All spectator tickets must be organised through the AusFitness Expo directly.
Event information
Saturday 10am – 5pm | March 21st 2026
Sunday 10am – 5pm | March 22nd 2026
