The Women’s Barbell Classic is a women’s only push/pull powerlifting meet hosted by Raise the Bar Initiative. Women from ages 8 to 60+ share the platform, showcasing their hard work, dedication and strength, all while making new friends.

Beyond building community and friendly competition, this is also Raise the Bar Initiative’s largest fundraiser of the year - their version of gala in the nonprofit world. Raise the Bar Initiative is primarily volunteer based, which means everything raised from this event including registration fees, sponsorships, apparel sales, admissions and individual fundraising directly support

April 24, 2027

• Doors open at 7:00am

• Mandatory rules meeting for lifters at 7:30am

• Lifting (bench) begins at 8:00am

• Intermission 11:00am

• Deadlift begins at 12:00pm

• Awards and group photo following deadlift

Horizon Event Center
2100 NW 100th Street
Clive, Iowa 50325

Admission: $10 for spectators and coaches (12 and under is free).