WEIGHTLIFTING
Competition by Age Group & Weightlifting Divisions
40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85-89, 90+
(Age group determined by age as of December 31 this year)
Weightlifting Divisions: Lightweight, Middleweight, and Heavyweight based on body weight
Weightlifting & Fitness Events
- 2026 info will be posted in Spring
Date, Times & Competitions
- 2026 info will be posted in Spring
Location
- 2026 info will be posted in Spring
Fees
ATHLETE REGISTRATION
- $50 for Nevada residents (individual and couple participant)
- $55 for out-of-state residents
- Early bird registration by July 31 and subtract $5
EVENT FEE(S)
- TBA
!--> REGISTRATION DEADLINE: TBA at 11:59 p.m. <-- !
IMPORTANT NOTES
- Participants will receive specific event information upon registration including weight classes, performance expectations and guidelines for each event, judging criteria, and more.
HOW TO PLAY (SIGN UP)
- Registration for our Fall Games, held in September and October, opens each spring on or about April 1.
- Save $5 by signing up during our "Early Bird" period: April 1 - July 31.
- Registration ends for each sport about 2 weeks before the event date. No late or day-of sign-ups allowed.
- Refunds must be requested in writing or by email. Refunds before August 31 will be assessed $25 administrative fee. No refunds after August 31.
2025 PHOTOS
Meet our sport coordinator
DANNY MURPHY
PHONE: 702-561-5950
EMAIL: danny.murphy@unlv.edu
Danny served 20 years in the United States Air Force. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology, Master of Science Education degree, and a PhD in Science Teacher Education. He is currently an adjunct professor in the College of Education at UNLV.
Danny played and coached numerous sports as well as working as a Certified Fitness Trainer and Performance Nutrition Professional for 27 years. In his capacity as a coach, he led several men’s and women’s college-level Air Force basketball teams to conference championships.
As a fitness trainer and performance nutrition professional, Danny has guided numerous clients, providing sport specific training techniques to improve tennis, basketball, baseball, soccer, cross country, and track and field performance. Additionally, he developed training programs to prepare physique competitors for high level competition.
VOLUNTEERS WELCOME
Play a vital role in organizing and running our operations and competitions -- all to help active adults reach their goals of improved health and fitness, and athletic achievements.
SPONSORS WELCOME
Connect with our athletes and their families and friends to promote your products and services. Your support helps us fulfill our mission and produce our Fall Games.