eavy Metal Barbell is proud to host the 9th Queen City Classic! Join us on May 2nd, 2026, at Charlotte Strength for this USA Weightlifting Sanctioned Event that allows athletes to qualify for USAW Nationals Week as Youth, Junior, U25, or Senior Athletes.
Registration Pricing:
$85 Registration is available for the first 30 registrants
$95 Registration is available for the next 30 registrants
$105 Registration is available for the next 30 registrants
$115 Registration is available for our final 30 registrants until 14 days from competition
Registration Includes: an event t-shirt, a beverage of choice, and items from our event sponsors. Must register no later than 21 Days in advance to guarantee an event shirt.
Registrations are FINAL and non-refundable
Individual Awards:Medals will be awarded to Top 3 Competitors in each Open Weight Category on Total. Medals also awarded to Top 3 Overall Youth and Masters Competitors. Prizes from our partners awarded to Top 3 Overall Competitors on Sinclair.
Event Details:
This event will be capped at 120 registrants. A schedule will be released two weeks prior to the event. It will take place in one day, over 4 sessions, on two platforms. Stage lighting and music will be employed to elevate the competition experience. A $5 admission fee per spectator will be collected at the door. Concessions will be available for sale.
Contact info@charlottestrength.com for any questions you have. We look forward seeing you on meet day!
Heavy Metal Barbell is proud to host the 9th Queen City Classic! Join us on May 2nd, 2026, at Charlotte Strength for this USA Weightlifting Sanctioned Event that allows athletes to qualify for USAW Nationals Week as Youth, Junior, U25, or Senior Athletes.
Once a month we host an Intro to HYROX Class. This class is on Saturday at 9am. You'll get a free sample of what it's like to train for HYROX. Click the link to see our next scheduled intro class and sign up.
Once a month we host an Into to Strength Training Class. This class is on Saturday at 10am. You'll get a free sample of what it's like to participate in strength training. Click the link to our next scheduled intro class and sign up.
This intro class will teach you the basics of Sports Performance. Learn the basics of sprints and jumps to improve your athletic abilities.
Once a month we host an Into to Strength Training Class. This class is on Saturday at 10am. You'll get a free sample of what it's like to participate in strength training. Click the link to our next scheduled intro class and sign up.
Once a month we host an Intro to HYROX Class. This class is on Saturday at 9am. You'll get a free sample of what it's like to train for HYROX. Click the link to see our next scheduled intro class and sign up.
Once a month we host an Into to Strength Training Class. This class is on Saturday at 10am. You'll get a free sample of what it's like to participate in strength training. Click the link to our next scheduled intro class and sign up.
Once a month we host an Intro to HYROX Class. This class is on Saturday at 9am. You'll get a free sample of what it's like to train for HYROX. Click the link to see our next scheduled intro class and sign up.
Once a month we host an Into to Strength Training Class. This class is on Saturday at 10am. You'll get a free sample of what it's like to participate in strength training. Click the link to our next scheduled intro class and sign up.
Registration Opens on October 26th and Closes January 10th. While this is a Team Focused event, you do not have to be a part of a 4 person team to compete.
Teams of 4 Athletes entered and scored using our Lou-Clair proprietary scoring system. Lou-Clair Scoring levels the playing field between beginners, intermediates and elites exporting an adjust score based on performance.
The more lifts made, the higher an athlete’s score! A beginner who goes 6/6 will beat an elite who goes 4/6 in our scoring system. Rewarding those who are consistent and thoughtful in their attempts.
A Team Trophy will be presented to the best combined score of 4 Athletes!
This is a 1 Platform Competition with a maximum of 60 spots.
The event will take place at Charlotte Strength on January 24th. A schedule will be released 1 week prior to the event.
Don’t wait to register as our meets do sell out.
Once a month we host an Into to Strength Training Class. This class is on Saturday at 10am. You'll get a free sample of what it's like to participate in strength training. Click the link to our next scheduled intro class and sign up.
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