IPO / AIPO Membership 2026
Membership for 2026 is now open (IPO Untested Division) (AIPO Tested Division) for all lifters intending to compete at the IPO or AIPO National Championships.
All lifters must have their annual membership paid and confirmed by January 31st, 2026.
After this date:
- Any lifter who has not completed payment and confirmed their membership will not be eligible to compete at Nationals.
- Unconfirmed entries will be removed from the lifters list.
AIPO Drug Tested Division
- AIPO members are subject to drug testing both in and out of competition.
- Any positive drug test result will result in an automatic lifetime ban from AIPO.
- A lifter who tests positive may continue to lift under IPO only, subject to a €500 penalty fee.
IPO / AIPO Membership Benefits
An IPO / AIPO Membership allows lifters to:
- Set and break records at all IPO, AIPO, WRPF, and IPL nationally sanctioned competitions
- Qualify to compete at all internationally affiliated European and World Championships, including WPC, AWPC, WRPF, and IPL under the IPO AIPO
- Gain the opportunity to compete at elite international events, such as: The Arnold Classic and Mr Olympia Pro Powerlifting.
How to Apply
Membership can be secured by completing the entry form at the link below:
