Competition Platform Size

Compared across 3 organizations. Venue & Facilities category.

Rule Text by Organization

IUKL International Union of Kettlebell Lifting

IUKL competitions are conducted on platforms measuring not less than 1.5m x 1.5m. Spacing between platforms must ensure safety and allow unobstructed competition. This is slightly larger than some other organizations' minimum (e.g., IKO specifies 1.15m x 1.15m).

1.5 m

IKO International Kettlebell Organization

Competition platforms must be a minimum of 1.15m x 1.15m with at least 1 meter of space between each platform for safety. Kettlebells must be prepared behind the platforms and not be transported to the warm-up area.

1.15 m

GSU Girevoy Sport Union

Following IUKL specifications, competitions are conducted on platforms measuring not less than 1.5m x 1.5m. Spacing between platforms must ensure safety and allow unobstructed competition.

1.5 m

Frequently Asked Questions

How does International Union of Kettlebell Lifting (IUKL) define competition platform size?

IUKL competitions are conducted on platforms measuring not less than 1.5m x 1.5m. Spacing between platforms must ensure safety and allow unobstructed competition. This is slightly larger than some other organizations' minimum (e.g., IKO specifies 1.15m x 1.15m).

How does International Kettlebell Organization (IKO) define competition platform size?

Competition platforms must be a minimum of 1.15m x 1.15m with at least 1 meter of space between each platform for safety. Kettlebells must be prepared behind the platforms and not be transported to the warm-up area.

How does Girevoy Sport Union (GSU) define competition platform size?

Following IUKL specifications, competitions are conducted on platforms measuring not less than 1.5m x 1.5m. Spacing between platforms must ensure safety and allow unobstructed competition.

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