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The European Weightlifting Federation is pleased to announce that the 2026 EWF Youth Training Camp will take place from 12 to 19 July at the renowned Federal Office of Sport (BASPO) National Sports Centre in Macolin (Magglingen), Switzerland.All participants will be accommodated at the prestigious BASPO Sports Centre, one of Europe’s leading high-performance sports facilities, which will also serve as the official training venue throughout the camp.The EWF expects the participation of delegations from Czech Republic, Denmark, Faroe Islands, Finland, Great Britain, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Latvia, Malta, Mongolia, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Serbia, Switzerland, bringing together a total of 77 athletes…
On 11 July 2026, the European Weightlifting Federation successfully held its Special Congress via Zoom. The Congress was convened to consider and adopt amendments to the EWF Constitution and Rules.The meeting was attended by delegates representing 41 Member Federations, reflecting the strong engagement of the European weightlifting community in the Federation’s governance and future development.The most significant decision adopted during the Congress was the approval of the relocation of the EWF’s registered seat to Luxembourg, which was passed by an overwhelming majority of the delegates, 38 votes in favour.The adopted amendments mark an important milestone in the Federation’s continued modernisation…
European weightlifting will have a strong presence at the 2026 IWF World Youth Championships, which will be held in Cali, Colombia from 5–11 July 2026.A total of 77 European athletes are expected to compete at the event. The group includes 38 women and 39 men,The 2026 IWF World Youth Championships will offer young European lifters an important opportunity to compete on the global stage, gain international experience, and showcase the future strength of European weightlifting.The European Weightlifting Federation is proud to see so many young lifters from Europe taking part in this important event. The EWF wishes all athletes, coaches…
Denise Offermann, EWF Project Coordinator and EWF Technical Committee Member, participated in the Annual Partners Meeting organised by the EOC EU Office in Brussels.The meeting brought together key European sport stakeholders to discuss strategic developments in sport policy, funding opportunities, governance, and future priorities for the European Sport Model.A report prepared by Denise Offermann following this important meeting is available below.The EWF looks forward to further strengthening its cooperation with the EOC EU Office and to developing its first joint EWF–EOC/EU initiatives and activities. Report prepared by Denise OffermannThe EOC EU Office held its Annual Partners intense 2 day Meeting on…
By Hungarian Weightlifting Federation On June 4, the Tata Olympic Center hosted the 2nd Weightlifting Day of the Hungarian Weightlifting Federation, which was attended by more than 80 coaches, sports managers, club managers and experts from all over the country. The central theme of the event was sport development, the application of sports science and building the future of Hungarian weightlifting. The professional day created an excellent opportunity for the participants to learn about international experiences, scientific results and practical solutions, while thinking together about the tasks facing the sport. The professional day was opened by Dr. Péter Nagy, President of the…
On behalf of the European Weightlifting Federation, we warmly congratulate the legendary Pyrros Dimas (GRE) on his appointment as an official Weightlifting Ambassador.A true icon of our sport, Mr Dimas has inspired generations through his outstanding achievements, dedication, and lifelong contribution to weightlifting. His remarkable career, Olympic legacy, and continued service to the international weightlifting community make him an exceptional representative for our sport worldwide.The EWF is proud to celebrate this well-deserved recognition and wishes Mr Dimas every success in his new role as he continues to promote the values, tradition, and future of weightlifting across the globe.By IWFThe IWF…
By Polish Weightlifting FederationThe European weightlifting community is turning its eyes to Poland. On Saturday, August 29, 2026, the historic city of Gdańsk will host the 31st International Waldemar Malak Memorial. Organized by MKS Atleta Gdańsk and the Polish Weightlifting Federation (PZPC), this prestigious tournament honors the legacy of Waldemar Malak, the 1992 Barcelona Olympic bronze medalist.As an established highlight on the European Weightlifting Federation events calendar, this year’s edition promises exceptional sporting drama, substantial financial rewards, and a perfect opportunity to explore one of Europe’s most beautiful coastal regions.️️A Unique Atmosphere Formed by ChampionsThe Malak Memorial is renowned for its electric atmosphere. The…
Preliminary Entry by NationPreliminary Entry by BWPrishtina, Kosovo, will welcome Europe’s rising weightlifting talents in summer 2026 as the city hosts the EWF European Youth & U15 Championships from August 20 to 27.The last time Prishtina hosted an EWF European Championship was in 2017, when the city welcomed the EWF European Youth & U15 Championships.REGULATIONS
Agenda of the Special Congress, Proposed amendments to the EWF Constitution and Rules & Regulations, and Comments submitted by the EWF National Federations.In line with the decision of the EWF Executive Board held in Batumi on 21 April 2026, and in accordance with Article 4.2.3.1 of the EWF Constitution, the EWF is convening a Special Congress on July 11, 2026, virtually, to consider amendments to the EWF Constitution and the EWF Rules & Regulations.The EWF Special Congress will be conducted in virtual format, in accordance with Article 4.3.2 of the EWF Constitution.EWF kindly invites NFs to review the proposed amendments and submit any comments or feedback to the EWF General…
By Icelandic Weightlifting FederationThe 53rd Annual Congress of the Icelandic Weightlifting Federation (LSÍ) was held on March 25th, 2026, at the headquarters of the National Olympic and Sports Association of Iceland (ÍSÍ) at Engjavegur. The Congress was conducted in full accordance with the Federation’s statutes and was attended by representatives of five affiliated member clubs.The Chair of LSÍ, Ms. Harpa Þorláksdóttir, formally opened the Congress and presented a comprehensive review of the Federation’s activities over the past year. Her address highlighted key initiatives, notable achievements, and ongoing developments within the Federation. The Board’s Annual Report for the year 2025 was…