What are the steps to becoming a Para-Powerlifting Coach?
1. Knowledge of the body and how it work mechanically from an anatomical & physiological
perspective.
2. Knowledge of the various disability categories that are eligible to compete in Powerlifting. Les
Autres/CP/ amputee/dwarfism
3. Knowledge of the bench press and the IPC RULES
4. 5 years experience at a National level coaching athlete/athletes with disabilities
5. Preferred Personal Trainer certification
6. Completion of the Coach education program at UCO along with a passing grade on final exam of
at least 90% on the final test of IPC rules, anatomical/physiological workings of the body, and
coaching content.