How to Register to Compete at the North Texas Strength Expo — Step by Step

You've made the decision. You're going to compete at the North Texas Strength Expo in Mesquite, Texas.

Now the practical question: how do you actually register?

The North Texas Strength Expo features five separate national-level competitions — and each has its own registration process through its governing organization. This guide walks you through every step for each event so you know exactly what to do, what accounts you need, and how to confirm your registration before competition day.

Before You Register for Anything — Read This First

Registration timelines vary by event. Some events fill up well in advance. For national-level competitions like Strongman Corporation Nationals and Powerlifting America, registration windows close before the event and popular weight classes fill early. Act early once registration opens.

Membership requirements. Every organization hosting an event at the North Texas Strength Expo requires an active membership before you can register for competition. These memberships are separate from your expo ticket. Budget for membership costs in addition to entry fees.

One expo ticket, separate competition registration. Your spectator or competitor ticket to the North Texas Strength Expo gives you access to the expo. Your competition registration through the specific organization gets you on the competition platform. You need both.

Registering for Strongman Corporation Nationals

Strongman Corporation Nationals is a qualification-required event. You cannot register unless you have earned a qualifying placement at a Strongman Corporation sanctioned Regional Championship.

Step 1: Confirm your qualifying status. Check your competition history on the Strongman Corporation website (strongmancorporation.com) to verify that you have a current qualifying placement in your weight class.

Step 2: Purchase or renew your Strongman Corporation membership at strongmancorporation.com. Your membership must be active for the current competition year.

Step 3: Find the Nationals registration on the Strongman Corporation events calendar. The North Texas Strength Expo Nationals will be listed with its specific registration link and deadline.

Step 4: Complete registration with your weight class, division, and membership number. Confirm the weigh-in schedule and any additional documentation required.

Step 5: Purchase your North Texas Strength Expo spectator/competitor ticket separately at ntxstrengthexpo.com.

Registering for Powerlifting America

Powerlifting America events at the North Texas Strength Expo follow the standard PA registration process.

Step 1: Create or log in to your Powerlifting America account at powerlifting-america.com.

Step 2: Purchase your annual PA membership. Membership is required to compete at any PA-sanctioned event.

Step 3: Find the North Texas Strength Expo PA event in the PA events calendar. Look for the specific meet listing under the Texas events.

Step 4: Register for the specific meet. Select your weight class, age division (Open, Junior, Sub-Junior, Masters), and equipment category (Raw, Classic Raw, Equipped).

Step 5: Complete payment and confirm your registration details — weigh-in time, flight assignment, and any required documentation.

Step 6: Purchase your North Texas Strength Expo ticket separately at ntxstrengthexpo.com.

Important for PA athletes: Review the current IPF-approved equipment list before competition to confirm your singlet, belt, knee sleeves, and wrist wraps are all approved for PA competition. The 2026 IPF rule updates (full elbow lock, no upper-body thrust) apply to all PA events.

Registering for HYROX

HYROX has the most straightforward registration process of the five events — and the only one with no qualifying requirement.

Step 1: Create an account at hyrox.com if you don't already have one. The HYROX athlete platform is where you manage race registrations and track your results.

Step 2: Find the North Texas Strength Expo HYROX event in the HYROX race calendar. The event will be listed with its specific Eventbrite link or direct HYROX registration page.

Step 3: Select your division: Open, Pro, Doubles (Men/Women/Mixed), or Relay. For most first-time racers, Open is the appropriate choice.

Step 4: For Doubles — both partners must register together. For Relay — all four team members register as a team.

Step 5: Complete registration with your heat preference (early or late heats, if options are available) and any other requested information.

Step 6: Purchase your North Texas Strength Expo ticket separately at ntxstrengthexpo.com.

Registering for the United Grid League

United Grid League competition at the North Texas Strength Expo operates differently from the other events — athletes don't register individually but rather compete as part of a franchise team.

To compete in the United Grid League, athletes must be on a UGL franchise team roster, which requires going through the American Grid Trials process and being recruited or signed by a team.

For athletes interested in joining the United Grid League competitive structure:

• Visit unitedgridleague.com for information on the current season, franchise locations, and the Trials process
• Follow UGL social media for Trials registration announcements (typically early in the calendar year)
• Attend the North Texas Strength Expo as a spectator to connect with UGL athletes, coaches, and team representatives in person

Registering for Arm Lifting

Arm Lifting registration at the North Texas Strength Expo is managed through the expo's event registration system.

Step 1: Visit the Events page at ntxstrengthexpo.com for the current arm lifting registration link and available events.

Step 2: Select your division and the specific events you want to compete in (one-hand deadlift, Rolling Thunder, hub lift, etc. — depending on what's programmed for the expo).

Step 3: Complete registration and confirm any equipment or certification requirements specific to the arm lifting events.

Step 4: Your North Texas Strength Expo ticket covers entry to the expo; confirm whether competition entry is included or requires a separate fee.

After You Register — What Comes Next

Confirm all details in writing. After registering for any competition at the North Texas Strength Expo, confirm your weight class, division, weigh-in time, and competition schedule in writing. Save the confirmation emails.

Book your hotel early. If you're traveling to Mesquite, the Hampton Inn and Suites connected to Mesquite Arena fills quickly for expo weekend. Book accommodation as soon as your competition registration is confirmed.

Purchase your expo ticket. Competition registration does not automatically include your expo spectator ticket. Visit ntxstrengthexpo.com to purchase your full-access expo ticket for the competition days you'll be there.

Plan your travel. Mesquite is accessible from DFW International Airport and Dallas Love Field. Confirm your transportation to the venue and allow buffer time for competition morning logistics.