Become a Member

Sign up to lift in competitions, volunteer at events or register as a weightlifting coach

You do not need to be a member of a weightlifting club to compete, but you must be a QWA member. Only current members are covered by the Australian Weightlifting Federation insurance that covers you in competition and in training.

ATHLETE MEMBERSHIPS

The current yearly membership fees effective 1 September 2025:
  • Seniors/Masters $180*
  • Juniors (U20) $180*
  • Youth/U15/U13 $90*
  • One month trial $51
  • Club affiliation $300
These rates are for a full 12 month period of membership and include Australian Weightlifting Federation registration and insurance.
There is currently no family membership option available, but this is an item under consideration for families with multiple members.
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COACHING MEMBERSHIPS

The current yearly membership fees are:

  • Coaches $180
  • Coaches with 5 or more QWA-registered lifters $51

To begin coaching, enquire at your local weightlifting club.

Learn about the Australian Weightlifting Federation’s Coach Education Program here.
Become a QWA member

TECHNICAL OFFICIAL MEMBERSHIPS

The QWA values the voluntary service provided by Referees,  and only applies a minimum licence fee for members who only officiate, and do not lift or coach.
 
The current yearly membership fees are:
  • Competition Official Non-Lifter/Non-Coach $51
  • Life Member $0
“Referee Only” memberships can be upgraded anytime, should members wish to become registered to lift or coach.
Become a QWA member