The International Powerlifting Federation & The Asian Powerlifting Federation Welcomes Applications from APF Member Nations to the

IPF Trainer Education Course, Level II

Hosted by The Turkish Powerlifting Federation

Course Dates: from June 26th to June 28th, 2026

Arrival on June 25th and Departure on June 29th, 2026 

Closing date for the course application: 28th of May

Place: Istanbul, Türkiye (Eser Diamond Hotel & Convention Centre)

Suitable for: This course is designed to provide participants with the basic skills and general knowledge required to work as an effective powerlifting coach and athlete trainer. These skills and knowledge cover strength and powerlifting training, aiming to support participants in their practical work while also equipping them with the flexibility to operate across a wide range of training environments. Furthermore, this education is intended to help coaches effectively guide athletes toward their goals and manage their health and well-being.

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be recognized as having met the educational standards required to serve as Head Coach at international championships under the IPF .

Content: Extensive theoretical and practical instruction in these topics

• Teaching lifting techniques: Squat, Bench-Press and Deadlift
• Training, Planning and Programming
• Competition Preparation and Coach’s Role on Competition Day
• Advanced training techniques
• Women’s consideration in strength training
• Stretching and injuries
• Equipped lifting
• Nutrition
• Anti-Doping and Refereeing Rules
• Bodyweight reduction the healthy way
• Written examination

Tutors: Pjotr van den Hoek, Dietmar Wolf 

Venue: Istanbul, Türkiye. Eser Diamond Hotel: Çanta Mimarsinan Mah Kınalı Caddesi No:17 34580 İstanbul Province/Silivri https://maps.app.goo.gl/g9CRqFrJrGBCegY6A 

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Application form

Confirmation form national federation