Encounter 8.0 by Wild Warrior | Indoor Fitness Challenge

Take on Encounter 8.0 by Wild Warrior, an indoor fitness challenge testing strength, endurance, agility and teamwork through functional fitness and obstacles.

Event Rules Participants must report at the venue at least 1 hour before their allotted start time/slot for check-in and event formalities. Participants must carry a valid government-issued photo ID for verification at the venue. Participants must participate only in the category and/or team under which they have registered. Encounter 8.0 is a physical fitness challenge involving functional fitness tasks and obstacle-based activities. Participants should assess their own fitness and ability before taking part. Participants must follow the instructions of event officials, judges and volunteers at all times. Each challenge must be attempted and completed according to the instructions and standards communicated by the organisers. Where a challenge includes a prescribed movement, repetition count, obstacle or completion standard, only attempts meeting the required standard will be considered valid. Participants must follow the designated sequence of challenges and must not skip, bypass or interfere with any challenge unless instructed by an event official. Where participants compete as a team, all team members must follow the team format and requirements specified for their category. Any form of cheating, outside assistance, intentional obstruction of another participant/team or unsporting behaviour may result in a penalty or disqualification. Participants must behave respectfully towards fellow competitors, officials, volunteers and venue staff. The decision of the event officials/judges regarding completion of challenges, penalties, timings and results will be final. Participants must wear appropriate sports clothing and footwear suitable for functional fitness and obstacle-based activities. Participants should not participate if they are unwell, injured or have a medical condition that may make participation unsafe. Participants are responsible for their personal belongings. The organisers and venue will not be responsible for loss or damage to personal items. The organisers reserve the right to modify a challenge, obstacle, sequence, timing or other element of the event where required for operational or safety reasons. The organisers reserve the right to postpone, reschedule, modify or cancel the event due to circumstances beyond their reasonable control. Registration for and participation in Encounter 8.0 constitutes acceptance of the event rules and instructions issued by Wild Warrior.

What is Encounter 8.0? Encounter 8.0 by Wild Warrior is an indoor obstacle fitness challenge combining functional fitness tasks and obstacle challenges. It is designed to test strength, endurance, agility, coordination and teamwork. Is Encounter an obstacle race? Encounter incorporates obstacle-based challenges, but unlike a traditional outdoor obstacle course race, it takes place in an indoor fitness environment and combines obstacles with functional fitness tasks. Do I need to be an experienced athlete? No. Encounter is designed for people who enjoy fitness and want to challenge themselves. However, participants should be physically prepared for functional fitness and obstacle-based activities. Is this a running race? No. Encounter is primarily a fitness challenge rather than a conventional running race. Participants can expect a combination of physical tasks and obstacle challenges. Is Encounter a team event? Teamwork is an important part of the Encounter experience. The exact format will depend on the category you register for. What kind of challenges should I expect? Expect challenges that can test strength, endurance, agility, coordination and teamwork. Specific challenges may be revealed or explained by Wild Warrior as part of the event. When should I report? Participants should report at least 1 hour before their allotted start time/slot. This allows sufficient time for check-in and event formalities. What should I carry? Carry a valid government-issued photo ID and any registration confirmation or information requested by the organisers. What should I wear? Wear comfortable athletic clothing and suitable sports shoes that allow you to move safely through functional fitness and obstacle-based challenges. Will there be different start slots or waves? Participants may be assigned a reporting time, start time or wave depending on the event format. Please check the information communicated to you before event day. What happens if I miss my reporting time? Participants should arrive at least one hour before their assigned slot. Late participants may not be accommodated in their original slot and participation will be subject to the organiser's discretion and event schedule. How will the challenges be judged? Participants must complete each challenge according to the standards explained by the event officials. Judges/event officials will determine whether repetitions, obstacles or challenges have been completed correctly. Can I receive outside assistance during a challenge? Unless specifically permitted as part of the challenge or team format, participants should not receive outside assistance. What happens if I cannot complete a challenge? The treatment of an incomplete challenge, including any penalty or impact on the participant's result, will depend on the rules for that particular challenge and will be communicated by the organisers. Can the challenges change? Yes. Wild Warrior may modify individual challenges, obstacles, sequences or timings where necessary for operational or safety reasons. Where can I find my reporting time and event instructions? Reporting times, waves and other participant instructions will be communicated by the organisers before the event. Participants should read all race/event instructions before arriving at the venue.