USA Powerlifting R.C. Classic | Athlete Informational Email #1

2021 USA Powerlifting R.C. Classic

Athlete Informational Email #1

Please read this email for important information about the R.C. Classic. Almost any question you have can be answered here or from the event website.

All proceeds from this meet will be donated to Rebekah Caudle to help with her recovery. For more information about this cause, click below.

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Venue

The R.C. Classic will be held at JDFIT. Please use the address below or click below for directions.

JDFIT

120 N Michigan Ave.

Big Rapids, MI 49307

Directions to JDFIT

Rules & Drug Testing

This meet is sanctioned by USA Powerlifting and run by Calloso. All USA Powerlifting technical rules will be enforced. As an athlete, it is your responsibility to learn the technical rules of competition and ensure that your equipment is approved. This also includes following anti-doping/drug testing guidelines. Because this is not a national event, it is not required to have IPF Approved equipment. However, your equipment must follow the specifications in the rulebook. Rules & By-Laws and Drug Testing information can be accessed at usapowerlifting.com.

Schedule

There will be NO early check-in on Friday.

6:30am - Doors Open

7:00am SHARP – Weigh-Ins

6:30am-8:30am – Check-In, Equipment Check & Rack Heights

8:30am – Rules Meeting

9:00am – Lifting Begins

4:00pm - Awards Ceremony

Flights & Order of Weigh-In

Please click below for the roster.

Weigh-Ins begin promptly at 7:00am. Weigh-Ins will be done in order by Lot Number. If you are not present when your name is called, you will have wait to weigh in after all other athletes have weighed in. Lot numbers are shown in the roster to the left of your name. This meet will have 3 flights (A, B, & C). In the roster, the letter to the left of your name is your flight. These are subject to change.

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Spectators

We will not have a limit on the amount of spectators in the venue for this meet. Please be aware that both spectators and coaches will pay $10 for entry. Your admission fee will be donated to Rebekah Caudle.

Weight Class Changes & Withdrawals

If you need to change your weight class or division before the meet, please do so by sending us an email. Flights will be finalized on Sunday, 9/19. If you submit changed after this date, we cannot guarantee you will lift in the same flight as your competitors. However, you are able to change your weight class at any time, including on meet day.

If you would like to transfer to another event or withdraw from the meet, you can also send us an email. Please keep in mind that absolutely no refunds will be issued so long as this event is not cancelled.

Meet Day Photo Packages

Chloe Amanda Photography will be snapping photos of your most intense moments! For more information about photo packages, reach out to Chloe directly via email or Instagram. You must inquire before the event.

chloeamandaphotography@gmail.com

@chloeamandaphotography

First Time Lifter?

If this is your first time competing with USA Powerlifting, please visit our First Meet Tips webpage. You will learn what to expect and what to bring. Be sure to have your t-shirt, singlet, and knee high socks!