Certified Powerlifitng Trainer

GPA Certified Powerlifting Trainer

The Global Powerlifting Alliance, Inc. offers the certification of “Certified Powerlifting Trainer”.  There are many definitions of powerlifting today and many methods of training.  The definition of a “Powerlifter” by the GPA is:  one who competes in a GPA sanctioned powerlifting meet and performs the 3 powerlifts according to the rules of the GPA without the use of supportive equipment.  A “Certified Powerlifting Trainer” is one who can train a powerlifter  for such a competition and coach him/her through the competition.

The GPA recognizes the 3 powerlifts:
1.    Squat
2.    Bench Press
3.    Deadlift

Qualifications:
1.  A minimum of 5 years verifiable experience in powerlifting competition as a competitor.
2.   Complete a GPA Powerlifting Certified Trainer application.
3.   Produce a letter of recommendation from an experienced powerlifter, or have 5 years verifiable experience competing In the GPA.
4.  Complete a written examination and other requirements as needed.
5.   Pay a fee of $50.00.

Certified Powerlifting Trainer Application

Certified Powerlifting Trainer Certificate

Certified GPA Powerlifting Trainers

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