USAWA

MISSION STATEMENT

The USAWA was formed to continue the long standing tradition of old-time weightlifters like Eugen Sandow, Louis Cyr, Arthur Saxon, Hermann Goerner, Warren Lincoln Travis, and many others. We strive to preserve the history of the original forms of weightlifting, which in the past has been referred to as “odd lifting”. Many of the lifts we perform are based on stage acts or challenge lifts of old-time strongmen.

HISTORY

The USAWA was organized in 1987 and was a charter member of the International All-Round Weightlifting Association. The USAWA has over 200 recognized lifts and 10,000 plus records, so any strength athlete can find their niche. We have a drug testing program to ensure drug free lifting. Numerous local meets and a National Championships are held each year to find true “all-round” weightlifters.

ADMINISTRATION

The bylaws of the USAWA, and the rules of competition, are published in our Rulebook. Official business is conducted at an Annual Meeting held each year, typically in conjunction with the National Championship. Notices of upcoming events, and the results and minutes of past events, can generally be found on this website. For other questions and concerns, please contact the Secretary.

USAWA OFFICERS AND EXECUTIVE BOARD

President
Denny Habecker
637 North 11th Avenue
Lebanon, PA 17046
Phone: 717-272-5077

Vice President
Chad Ullom
2401 SW 35th Terr
Topeka, KS  66611
Phone: 785-233-2466

Secretary
Beth Skwarecki
bethskw@gmail.com
Pittsburgh, PA
Phone: 607-592-1848

Treasurer
Eric Todd
10978 SW Pueblo Dr
Turney, MO 64493
Phone: 816-507-2939

At Large Executive Board Member
Sanjiv Gupta
Lakewood, Colorado
Phone: 720-938-2029

SPECIAL ASSIGNMENT DIRECTORS

Website Director:  Beth Skwarecki

Records Director: Tony Lupo

Officials Director: Joe Garcia

Drug Enforcement Director: Chad Ullom

Awards Director: Tony Lupo

Postal Meet Director: Denny Habecker