Date: Saturday, August 16, 2025 Address: High Country Vigour, Lakewood, Colorado Weigh-Ins: 9:00 AM; Meet Begins: 10:00 AM The Lifts: Saxon Deadlift, Dinnie Lift Entry Fee: None To Enter: The meet is open to any USAWA member. Entries must be received by August 9, 2025 Meet Director: Sanjiv Gupta, contact by email sanjiv_gupta@hotmail.com or phone at 720-938- 2029 USAWA Membership Required: You must be a member of USAWA. Record Session: Each lifter can perform up to 5 records if equipment is available and time allows. Hybrid: Hybrid entries will be allowed and included in the results. Officials are required for records. Athletes can look forward to competing in the very popular Old Time Strongman Lifts
Caleb Day owns the USAWA Saxon Deadlift record at 200 pounds. Jason Dingey owns the GSI record at 275 pounds
The actual Dinnie Stones weigh 733, but Chad Ullom owns the USAWA Dinnie Lift record at 825 pounds.
Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025 Address: High Country Vigour, Lakewood, Colorado Weigh-Ins: 9:00 AM; Meet Begins: 10:00 AM The Lifts: You can choose any USAWA lift to break if the required equipment is available. Entry Fee: None To Enter: The meet is open to any USAWA member. Entries must be received by November 1, 2025 Meet Director: Sanjiv Gupta, contact by email sanjiv_gupta@hotmail.com or phone at 720-938- 2029 USAWA Membership Required: You must be a member of USAWA. Record Session: Each lifter can perform up to 5 records if equipment is available and time allows. Hybrid: Hybrid entries will be allowed and included in the results. Officials are required for records.
Date: Saturday, March 1, 2025 Address: High Country Vigour, Lakewood, Colorado Weigh-Ins: 9:00 AM; Meet Begins: 10:00 AM The Lifts:
One Hand Snatch
One Hand Clean & Jerk
One Hand Deadlift
Entry Fee: None To Enter: The meet is open to any USAWA member. Entries must be received by February 22, 2025 Meet Director: Sanjiv Gupta, contact by email sanjiv_gupta@hotmail.com or phone at 720-938- 2029 USAWA Membership Required: You must be a member of USAWA. Record Session: Each lifter can perform up to 5 records if equipment is available and time allows. Hybrid: Hybrid entries will be allowed and included in the results. Officials are required for records.
Date: Saturday, May 3, 2025 Address: High Country Vigour, Lakewood, Colorado Weigh–Ins: 9:00 AM; Meet Begins: 10:00 AM The Lifts:
Pinch Grip, Strict
Deadlift, Inch DB, One Arm
Vertical Bar, 1 Bar, 2”
Hack Lift Fulton Bar
Entry Fee: None To Enter: The meet is open to any USAWA member. Entries must be received by April 26, 2025 Meet Director: Sanjiv Gupta, contact by email sanjiv_gupta@hotmail.com or phone at 720-938- 2029 USAWA Membership Required: You must be a member of USAWA. Record Session: Each lifter can perform up to 5 records if equipment is available and time allows. Hybrid: Hybrid entries will be allowed and included in the results. Officials are required for records.
Spectators: 💥 Be part of the action! Admission is just $5 to witness Canadian athletes make history, break world records, and smash personal bests. Don’t miss this incredible showcase of strength on Canadian soil!
Passports are required for all international travelers entering Canada.
Registration
💲 Entry Fee: $30 CAD
Pay via e-transfer to truenorth.truestrength@gmail.com
Or PayPal: @CHRISFRAPPIER
🗓 Registration Deadline: August 2, 2025 – NO EXCEPTIONS! 💡 Entry fee includes participation in the True North True Strength Record Day (details below).
✅ Payment Confirmation: A receipt will be sent to confirm your spot.
How to Register (Complete Both Steps):
1. Email Registration Details to truenorth.truestrength@gmail.com with:
First and last name
Women’s or Men’s division
Age on August 23, 2025
Current or expected bodyweight
T-shirt size (T-shirt or tank top option)
Contact info (email & phone; for event details & safety).
🎯 Breaking Records Starts Here! Immediately after the competition, lifters can attempt up to three record-breaking lifts, including national and world records.
🔔 Important: Let us know in advance which record lifts you plan to attempt so we can have the equipment ready.
USAWA records can be set at this meet.
IAWA World Records can be set if three referees are present.
Extras for Competitors
👕 Free Swag: All lifters receive a t-shirt or tank top (include size in your registration). 🏆 Awards:
The True North True Strength 2025 Open Champion will be crowned.
Additional awards may be added based on participation.
Plan Your Stay
We recommend booking accommodations early to secure your spot. Flexible cancellation policies are available with most hotels. Here are some local options:
The Village Inn (Elora) – 1-888-733-3567
Best Western Plus (Fergus) – (519) 843-2100
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton (Guelph) – (519) 821-2144
Comfort Inn (Guelph) – (519) 763-1900
Super 8 by Wyndham (Guelph) – (519) 836-5850
Airbnb’s in Fergus and Elora are also available – check online for options.
Have Questions?
Contact Chris Frappier: 📧 truenorth.truestrength@gmail.com 📱 Call/Text: 226-821-1740
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