British Weight Lifting is entering an exciting new phase. With our four-year strategy Find Your Strong launching in May 2026, we’re strengthening the foundations that will support the sport through the LA 2028 cycle and beyond. As part of this work, we’re undertaking a commercial reset to diversify revenue, improve digital performance and build long-term financial resilience.
Strong is for everyone. And now, starting your weightlifting journey is easier than ever.British Weight Lifting has launched a brand new Introduction to Weightlifting online course - designed to help beginners understand the sport, learn the lifts and build a programme that works for them. It’s simple, self paced and packed with practical tools to help you grow.Whether you’re stepping onto the platform for the first time or looking to build confidence before joining a club, this course will help you find your strong.
Fans will have plenty to watch across the weightlifting and para powerlifting programme at Glasgow, with Home Nations athletes competing in almost every session.
British Weight Lifting (BWL) is searching for athletes with the power, speed and potential to progress in weightlifting - and applications for our Talent Identification and Talent Transfer programmes are now open.If you’re driven, ambitious and ready to explore your potential, this could be your first step into the GB Performance Pathway.
Leading figures from Paralympic sport have been recognised in Leeds Beckett University’s Sport Hall of Fame, a tribute celebrating alumni who have made a lasting impact in their sport and beyond.
BWL is delighted to congratulate Gian Singh Cheema on receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2026 National Sikh Sports Awards, held on 4 July 2026 at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham, in front of an audience of more than 500 guests from across sport, business and the Sikh community.
Great Britain’s para powerlifting team delivered a series of outstanding performances at the Irish Invitational Para Powerlifting competition in Cork, Ireland, on 27 June 2026.
British Weight Lifting (BWL) member Issie shares her experiences as a LGBTQ+ member in the UK weightlifting community.
British Weight Lifting (BWL) has selected four athletes to represent Great Britain at the Irish Invitational Para Powerlifting competition on 27 June 2026.
Today (23 June), British Weight Lifting (BWL) joins the global sporting community in celebrating Olympic and Paralympic Day - a day that recognises the power of sport to inspire, unite and create opportunity.
