WA’S BIGGEST STATIC SHOWDOWN IS BACK

Three lifts. Two days. One shot at legacy.

The 5th Annual Strength Challenge

October 10–11 · Varsity Bar Morley ·

Log Press · Deadlift · Atlas Stone

Date: October 10–11, 2026
Venue: Varsity Bar Morley
Entry: $55
Includes: Limited edition comp shirt
Events: Log Press, Deadlift, Stone Load
Options: Full Challenge, Deadlift Only, Stone Only

Choose Your Challenge

Log Press + Deadlift + Stone
For athletes chasing the full total.

For lifters who want to pull big on the platform.

For lifters chasing the heaviest stone load they can.

Come for the comp. Stay for the feed, the beers, and the chaos.

Five years of heavy lifts. Five years of loud crowds. Five years of WA’s strongman community proving that strength is Built, Not Born.

You do not need to be the strongest person in WA to enter. You just need to be willing to step up.

The Strength Challenge is for:

First-time strongman athletes
Powerlifters wanting to try strongman
CrossFitters and gym athletes chasing a new challenge
Experienced competitors hunting records
Stone specialists, deadlift specialists, and full-send competitors
Anyone who has ever thought, “Maybe I could do that.”

EXPERIENCE THE INTENSITY AND ENERGY OF THE STRENGTH CHALLENGE!

Every lift counts. Every roar echoes.
Feel the energy as WA’s strongest lifters go head-to-head in max effort battles. From record-smashing deadlifts to stone loads that shake the ground, this is where strength is earned.

LIVE LIFTING SHOWDOWNS

ONE-LIFT SPECIALISTS WELCOME

Pick your challenge. Dominate your moment.
Want to hit a deadlift only? Just here to load a massive stone? We’ve got event-only registration so you can throw down your way. First-timers and heavy hitters alike, this is your platform.

VIBES AT VARSITY

Come for the comp. Stay for the feed.
We’re lifting at the best sports bar this side of the country, Varsity Morley.
Expect great food, cold drinks, big screens, and a crowd that brings the noise.
It’s a party wrapped in a comp. WA Strongman style.

What They’re Saying

  • “It’s the only comp where the crowd cheers louder for your grind than your win.”

  • “There’s no ego here, just hard work, chalk, and people lifting heavy for each other.”

  • “This comp made me feel like I belonged in strongman.”

  • “I came for one lift… now I’m hooked for life.”

  • “This event proves the strongest people in the room aren’t always the heaviest, they’re the ones who keep showing up.”

Have Questions? We’ve Got Answers!

Everything you need to know about the Strength Challenge at Varsity Morley

  • Nope! The Strength Challenge is open to all, from first-time lifters to record-chasing veterans. If you’ve got the courage to show up, we’ve got the platform for you.

  • Yes! You can choose between three options: the full Strength Challenge (Log, Deadlift, Stone), Deadlift Only, or Stone Only. Pick your path and own it.

  • Your $55 entry includes competition registration and a limited-edition Built Not Born comp shirt.

  • The event runs across October 10–11. Division days and flight times will be confirmed closer to the event.
    Remote weigh-ins available upon request.

  • The full athlete rules PDF can be downloaded from this page.

  • Yes! Spectators are absolutely welcome. Entry is free, and Varsity Morley will be serving food, drinks, and big energy all weekend.

  • Yes. Athletes chasing records should notify WA Strongman before the event so judging and attempt procedures can be organised

Contact us

Contact us

Got questions about the Strength Challenge? We’ve got you covered!
Whether you’re stepping up to compete or coming along to support your crew and soak up the atmosphere, just fill out the form below and one of our dedicated WA Strongman team members will get back to you ASAP.

Athletes – Want more info about weight classes, comp day logistics, how the lifts work, or how to prep? We’re here to support you at every step — especially if it’s your first comp!

Spectators – Wondering about what day to come, how to cheer the loudest, or how to get your hands on one of those epic Strength Challenge shirts? We’ve got answers.

This event is all about bringing the community together to lift heavy, break records, and make memories.
We’re pumped to welcome you to the Fourth year of WA’s biggest strength showdown.

Fill out the form now and we’ll be in touch soon!
Let’s make this your strongest weekend yet.