Competitions
International Competitions
Onto the international platform with the German team: compete against athletes from other countries and experience kettlebell sport across borders.
Here you will get to know the IUKL and WKSF and find out which steps you should take to prepare for your international competition with the BVDKS.
Connected internationally
Get to know the IUKL and WKSF
IUKL
International Union of Kettlebell Lifting
The IUKL is an international kettlebell sport federation. German athletes take part in its European and World Championships. The BVDKS report from Paris shows how individual events and team relays come together at such a championship.
For your competition, the IUKL rules and the announcement for the specific event apply.
WKSF
World Kettlebell Sport Federation
The WKSF organises international competitions and publishes rules for different disciplines and classes. Its programme includes elite, amateur and masters categories, among others; youth and inclusive sport are also among its priorities.
The categories and formats offered at a championship are listed in the respective competition announcement.
Class names, weights and scoring may differ. So don't automatically apply one federation's conditions to the other.
From idea to registration
Your path to an international competition
1. Register your interest early
Let the BVDKS know which championship and discipline you are interested in. That way, any open questions about your planned competition can be clarified in good time.
2. Check qualification & class
Compare your results with the qualification requirements and clarify the right age, weight and performance class using the competition announcement.
3. Prepare your documents
Check entry deadlines, required documents and anti-doping requirements. Allow enough time in case training or a certificate is required.
4. Coordinate registration & travel
Clarify the registration process and deadlines with the association. Then check entry fees, travel and accommodation and, if applicable, entry requirements for the host country.
Compete as an amateur or masters athlete too?
International competitions are not reserved exclusively for the highest performance class. Depending on the federation and event, amateur and age categories are also offered.
What matters are the categories actually announced and the applicable entry and qualification conditions. A particular kettlebell weight alone does not determine your age category. Have your planned classification checked before registering.
Championships 2026
The next international dates
14–18 November · Riga, Latvia
IUKL World Championship
You will find information about the event and how to prepare for your competition on the event page. Coordinate your team registration with the BVDKS.
3–6 December · Turbigo, Italy
WKSF European Championship
The open European Championship takes place in Italy. Check the event information and clarify the competition classes on offer before you register.
Insights from the German team
Paris 2024: competition and community
Twelve German athletes competed at the IUKL European Championships. The review reports on youth performances, team relays and shared experiences off the platform.
On the way to Riga
The article on the 2026 IUKL World Championship presents the German team's preparations: around 15 athletes want to represent Germany in Latvia.
Further information: About the WKSF · WKSF rules · Rules & Basics · Competition Calendar
