There are 6 categories that climbers can compete in:

Youth - (Ages 5 - 12)

Masters - (40+)

Recreational - (V0-V3)

Intermediate - (V4-V5)

Advanced - (V6-V7)

Open - (Suggested V8)

•Competitors have 3 hours to finish the 5 hardest boulder problems they can. Only the top 5 completed climbs will be counted towards the climbers' score total.

•Every climb is numbered on the start hold(s). Start and finish holds are marked with 2 pieces of tape, finish tape will define the last hold.

•Competitors must attempt each problem from the start hold every time. Working moves in isolation, or starting in the middle of a climb is not allowed.

•Competitors may try a boulder as many times as they want.

•A climb is finished when the competitor shows control with both hands on the marked finish hold. If there is no marked finish, (I.E.The top-out boulder) climbs on the top-out boulder must be completed by climbing up and over the boulder.

•In order for a climb to count, climbers need two witness initials on the scorecard.

•Only competitors are allowed on the mats, spectators may sign off on completed climbs, but must remain off the mats to allow space for the competitors. Youth competitors may have a parent or coach accompanying them on the mat.

•Every attempt must be tallied on the scorecard for each climb. If a competitor flashes a climb (completes the climb on the firsttry), write (I) in the attempts column for that climb.

•Competitors will be given a warning when time is about to end. Climbers still on the wall when time expires are allowed to finish their attempt.

•The digital score form must be filled out by scanning the qr code inside the scorecard after the session is over.

•The scorecard then must be turned in to collection bags after the session is over.

•Any errors on a scorecard may result in disqualification.

• A competitor’s score is determined by the accumulation of points from completed climbs during their session.

  • Only the top 5 scores will count toward your final total.

  • Each completed climb must be verified by two witness signatures on your physical scorecard.

  • Attempts are recorded to settle ties. Enter your total attempts across your top 5 climbs.

  • Every competitor must scan the Digital Score Form QR code inside the scorecard and enter their top 5 highest scores along with their attempts.

  • All competitors must turn in their score cards to the designated bags after submitting scores via QR code.

  • Failure to scan, submit and turn in scorecards may result in disqualification.

We reserve the right to bump any competitor into a higher category based on performance.

If your final score is higher than the average score of the category above you, you will be bumped.

The top 5 competitors with the highest scores who competed in the first session of the Open category will compete in Onsight Finals.

2 boulders per category (Male & Female)

Competitors will have 4 minutes to complete their boulder problem

Scoring:

• Start: 4 points of contact

• Zone: Must show control with progressive movement

• Top: Must show control with both hands

• Attempt: when all 4 points leave the ground

Ranking is based on the number of tops, zone, and attempts

VITAL Oceanside will be closed on the following days to accommodate for the comp.

• Wednesday 4/22 - 7AM

• Thursday 4/23 - All day

• Friday 4/24 - All day

HOW DO I REGISTER? 

Registration can be done in gym or online. $55 for Members, $65 for Non-Members before 4/15.

WHAT CATEGORY SHOULD I REGISTER FOR?

Choosing a category depends on your comfortability and confidence. Chose a category that you feel best matches your current climbing ability.

Recreational - (V0-V3)

Intermediate - (V4-V5)

Advanced - (V6-V7)

Open - (Suggested V8)

Anyone hoping to compete in the onsight finals round should register for the Open Category.

WHAT IF I WANT TO CHANGE MY REGISTRATION INFO/LEVEL? 

You may only adjust your category prior to the event. If you would like to do so, please email jay@vitalclimbinggym.com before the day of the event. Anything after April 24th will not be accepted.

HOW DO I KNOW IF I MADE IT TO FINALS OR WON MY CATEGORY AND WHERE ARE THE SCORES POSTED?

Scores will emailed the following week after the competition is over. Top 5 of each category will be posted on our IG the following week after the comp.

DON I HAVE TO PAY TO WATCH THE FINALS?
Everyone is welcome to attend! Come support the climbers and party with us for free. You do not need to be a member!