SVY Classic 2026

Rules for SVY Classic

Bench:

• Bar has to hit chest
• Commands will be in use: start, press, rack
• Lifters are allowed a slight arch
• Lifters need to have flat feet

Squat:

• Lifters need to hit 90 degrees AT LEAST
• Commands: squat, rack
• No bouncing (lifters may not drop the barbell during the upward movement and then attempt to re-lift the weight. Any downward movement of the bar after the ascent has begun will result in a no lift, per USAPL rules.)
• Flat shoes or lifters (squat shoes)

Deadlift:

• No hitching
• No required lockout, as long as you bring the weight to hip level.
• Don’t drop the weight; control the weight all the way down.

ALWAYS STAY WITH THE WEIGHT; THERE ARE SPOTTERS FOR YOU

Allowed gear:
Belts, wrist wraps, knee sleeves

Not allowed:
Elbow sleeves, elbow wraps, slingshot