Build strength through adaptive powerlifting in Chicago. Modeled on Paralympic para-powerlifting, this program coaches athletes with disabilities from their very first lift through competition — all equipment provided.
Program at a glance
- Hosted byGLASA
- WhenSaturdays & Wednesdays
- CostFree
- WhoAll ages & ability levels
About this program
Paralympic powerlifting, also known as para powerlifting and para-lifting, is an adaptation of the sport of powerlifting for athletes with disabilities. The only discipline in Paralympic powerlifting is the bench press. For competition, the bench press is the sport’s single discipline, with 10 different categories based on body weight. Competitors must lower the bar to the chest, hold it motionless on the chest and then press it upwards to arm’s length with locked elbows. Teen & Adult, Ambulatory and Wheelchair Offered on Wednesday evenings and Saturday afternoons at the GLASA office Please ch
Upcoming sessions
No sessions are on the calendar right now — new dates are added each month. Check the full events calendar or contact the host below.
