Rules

The ORKA Rope Climb Challenge is a functional strength competition designed to test:

• Upper body strength
• Grip endurance
• Climbing technique
• Repeated performance under fatigue

Athletes compete by completing maximum valid rope climbs within a fixed time, under strict verification standards.

COMPETITION FORMAT

Max Climbs in 3 Minutes

• Continuous attempt for 3 minutes
• Athlete may rest (timer continues running)
• Goal: Complete maximum valid climbs

EQUIPMENT STANDARDS

To ensure fairness, all attempts must follow:

• Rope Length: 15 feet
• Rope Thickness: 1.5 – 2 inches
• Anchor: Secure and fixed
• Surface: Non-slippery
• Safety Mat: Mandatory

SETUP REQUIREMENTS

• Clear climbing space
• Marked start point (ground)
• Marked top touch point (mandatory)
• Camera positioned to capture full rope and athlete

VIDEO SUBMISSION RULES

• Single-take video (no cuts or edits)
• Full rope and athlete visible at all times
• Top touch point clearly visible
• Timer visible in frame

Only verified videos will be accepted

VALID CLIMB (COUNTS AS 1 REP)

A climb is valid only if:

• Athlete starts from ground
• Climbs using rope
• Clearly touches the top marker
• Returns to ground under control

NO REP (INVALID CLIMB)

A climb will NOT count if:

• Top marker is not reached
• Partial climb only
• Jump start or assisted start
• Sliding down without control
• Unsafe or improper technique

SCORING SYSTEM

Final Score = Total Valid Climbs in 3 Minutes

• Only fully completed climbs are counted
• Incomplete climbs at time end will NOT count

TRAINING PARTNER RESPONSIBILITY

• Provide standard rope setup
• Ensure athlete safety
• Record and upload attempt
• Maintain fair conditions

DISTRICT AMBASSADOR RESPONSIBILITY

Verify:

• Climb validity
• Safety compliance
• Video authenticity

Final authority on score approval

SAFETY GUIDELINES (MANDATORY)

• Warm-up before attempt
• Proper grip and technique required
• Use of safety mat is compulsory
• Stop immediately if injury risk arises

COMPETITION LEVELS

• District Ranking
• State Ranking
• National Ranking
• World Ranking

Top athletes qualify for State, National & Internatinal Championships

DISQUALIFICATION

Participants may be disqualified for:

• Edited or manipulated videos
• Unsafe practices
• Misrepresentation of performance
• Violation of equipment standards

FINAL NOTE

The ORKA Rope Climb Challenge is built on:

• Fairness
• Performance integrity
• Athlete safety

Only verified, standard-compliant performances will be ranked.