Australian Powerlifting League Membership

Australian Powerlifting League membership starts free. Join 1,800+ athletes, access competitions nationwide, and upgrade when you're ready to compete.

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Why Join APL?

Your membership unlocks access to powerlifting competitions and resources across Australia.

Powerlifting Competitions

Compete in APL-sanctioned meets held across Australia throughout the year. From local competitions to national championships, test your strength in a professional environment. View our competition calendar.

Community & Support

Connect with fellow powerlifters, coaches, and referees. Access member forums, training guides, and educational content to help you grow as an athlete.

Powerlifting Resources

Access educational video content covering competition rules, lifting techniques, and athlete preparation. Learn from experienced coaches and referees to improve your performance.

Membership Options

All APL memberships are valid for one year from the date of purchase. Start with a non-competitor membership and upgrade anytime, or go straight to an Athlete Membership if you're ready to compete.

Youth
Up to 15 years
$0
  • Member dashboard
  • Competition calendar
  • Educational video section
  • Youth competitions
  • Nationals eligibility
  • APL Gym directory
Sign Up Free
Junior Athlete
Ages 16 – 23
$110/year
  • Member dashboard
  • Competition calendar
  • Educational video section
  • Compete in APL meets
  • Nationals eligibility
  • APL Gym directory
Sign Up
Open Athlete
Ages 24 – 64
$130/year
  • Member dashboard
  • Competition calendar
  • Educational video section
  • Compete in APL meets
  • Nationals eligibility
  • APL Gym directory
Sign Up
Senior Athlete
Ages 65+
$110/year
  • Member dashboard
  • Competition calendar
  • Educational video section
  • Compete in APL meets
  • Nationals eligibility
  • APL Gym directory
Sign Up

Start Your Powerlifting Membership Journey

Getting started with APL is simple. Create your account and upgrade when you're ready to compete.

1

Create Your Account

Sign up for a non-competitor membership in under 2 minutes. Access the competition calendar and educational video content.

2

Explore & Train

Browse upcoming competitions, connect with APL-affiliated gyms, and prepare for your first meet.

3

Upgrade When Ready

Compete in sanctioned events by upgrading to an Athlete Membership. Choose Junior, Open, or Senior based on your division.

Non-Competitor Membership
$0
  • Member dashboard
  • Competition calendar
  • Educational video section
  • APL Gym directory
  • Cannot enter competitions
Start Your Non-Competitor Membership

Australian Powerlifting League Membership for All Levels

APL welcomes powerlifters of all experience levels. Whether you're a first-time competitor preparing for your debut meet or a seasoned athlete chasing national records, we provide the platform to test your strength.

Your membership gives you access to competitions held across every state and territory. From grassroots local meets to prestigious national championships, there's an event for every lifter.

  • First-time competitors getting started
  • Recreational lifters wanting official competition experience
  • Competitive athletes building their ranking
  • Masters and junior lifters in age-specific divisions
  • Athletes preparing for international selection
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Powerlifting Membership FAQs

Yes. To compete in any APL-sanctioned event, you must hold an active Athlete Membership (Junior, Open, or Senior). Non-competitor members can access resources and the competition calendar but cannot enter competitions.

Your division is based on your age category:

  • Youth (Free): Up to age 15
  • Junior ($110/year): Ages 16 to 23
  • Open ($130/year): Ages 24 to 64
  • Senior ($110/year): Ages 65+

Yes! You can upgrade anytime from your member dashboard. Simply log in, click the Upgrade button, and select your preferred Athlete Membership. Your new membership will be valid for one year from the upgrade date.

All APL memberships are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase or upgrade. You'll receive a reminder email before your membership expires so you can renew and maintain your competition eligibility.

As an Athlete Member, you can enter any APL-sanctioned competition across Australia. This includes local meets, state championships, and national championships. Check the competition calendar in your dashboard for upcoming events.

Ready to Start Your Powerlifting Journey?

Join over 1,800 members who compete with APL. Create your account today.

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