BWL Clubs: Host a Regional Open at your club

Bring competition to your club and be at the heart of British Weight Lifting.

The Regional Open gives your athletes a stage, your volunteers real experience, and your club a chance to shine, all with full support from BWL.

The event can run over one or two days, depending on entries. It is flexible, exciting, and a great way to grow participation in your region.

Why Host?

Hosting a Regional Open lets you:

Show your club is competition-ready
Fill your club with BWL members, competitors and fans of the sport
Build skills for volunteers and officials
Earn revenue through entry fees and optional catering

Entry fees are £35, and clubs can earn around £2,200 based on 100 entries. That is money your club can reinvest in facilities, equipment, or future events.

Support from BWL

BWL will be there every step of the way. We provide:

A staff member to assist on event days
Competition setup on Sport80
Technical equipment if needed
Coverage for BWL transport and accommodation
Trophies for winners
Guidance on event management

What Clubs Provide

Clubs supply space, equipment, and volunteers to run a smooth, safe event. This includes warm-up areas, competition platforms, weigh-in rooms, spectator seating, and event-day volunteers. Optional extras like on-site catering can boost revenue and improve the experience for everyone.