Welcome to the 3rd annual Pride Deadlift Party!

Pride Deadlift Party

June 7, 2025

9am-12pm

8:30am doors open

Location:

Music City Muscle Gym

1801 12th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37208
 

Registration:

$60 ($40 early bird before 5/7)

*100% of proceeds go to local LGBTQ+ organizations (Nashville Launch Pad and Trans Aid Nashville)

*If you'd like to sponsor a lifter's registration please email nashvillepdp@gmail.com

*If finances are a barrier, please reach out to nashvillepdp@gmail.com

Want to help?

Click here to volunteer!

Classes: 

This is a no weight class OR gender class lifting event! Whether it's your first time on a platform or a seasoned competitor, we're here to have fun, blast music, raise money and cheer each other on -- no matter how much is on the bar, y'all!

Openers: 

Starting June 1st, we will send out a form to get your opener weight (a weight you feel comfortable deadlifting for 3 reps even on a bad day). We will finalize groups based on openers by Wednesday, June 4th. If you register after that time, you'll be placed in the most appropriate group.

Format: 

Each group will be in a last-person-standing format where a starting weight is loaded, and lifters of that group line up to either attempt the weight or pass on it. Once everyone in the group has gone, more weight will be loaded on the bar. Once you cannot successfully lift the bar from the floor to a locked out position, you end your turn -- and get to cheer the rest of your group on! Your heaviest successful lift of the day will be recorded. 

Accessibility: 

This venue is wheelchair accessible with 2 ADA-compliant, gender-neutral bathrooms.

Parking: 

Street parking is free.

PRIZES: 

Dressed to Impress

MILF (Most Improved LiFter)

Biggest Baddie (most weight lifted of each group)

FAQs

Do I need to be an experienced weightlifter to participate?

No - however, you do need to have deadlifted something before the event so that you have the technique in your body, and so can find your opening weight. If you are completely new to lifting, we'll be hosting a deadlift workshop series in May. Details TBD!

What should I wear?

Come dressed to be able to move comfortably and wear flat shoes/trainers. Costumes, glitter and camp welcome! Just make sure whatever you wear is something you can definitely deadlift safely in. Click here for some pics from previous years for inspo!

Do I have to be a member of the LGBTQ+ community to participate?

No! Allies are welcome to participate and support, but please remember you are a guest in a queer space. Be respectful and supportive!