02/18/2026
📣 Coaching Scholarship Opportunity – CA South WSO
In partnership with USA Weightlifting, the California South WSO is now accepting applications for the 2026 Women’s & BIPOC Coach Education Scholarship Program.
We’re awarding 8 total scholarships:
🔹 4 Women’s scholarships
🔹 4 BIPOC scholarships
Each scholarship includes:
✔️ Full tuition for a Level 1 or Level 2 course
✔️ 1-year USAW membership (for new members)
📅 Applications open: Feb 1 – Mar 16
📅 Selection period: Mar 16 – Mar 31
Eligibility:
• U.S. citizen
• Age 16+
• Identify as female or BIPOC
Preference given to coaches working with underserved communities, newer coaches, and those showing impact through sport.
📧 Apply: Complete the application and send to [email protected]
Subject line: “CA South WSO Coach Education Scholarship”
Help us grow and diversify the next generation of coaches 💪
Application is available on our website: www.californiasouthwso.org
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