OCR Schools & Universities
An inclusive, high-impact fitness initiative for students across the UAE & KSA
The OCR School & University Championships are large-scale, government-supported Obstacle Course Racing (OCR) events designed to promote fitness, resilience, teamwork and wellbeing among young people across the UAE and Saudi Arabia.
School Championships:
We’re proud to partner with the Ministry of Sport UAE, the UAE Schools & University Sports Federation, the UAE School Games team and the Saudi Sports For All Federation – alongside various governmental education authorities – to deliver this pioneering youth-focused program.
Who It’s For:
Open to all students aged 5–19, the School Championship is divided into Primary and Secondary categories:
- Primary Category (Ages 5–12)
A non-competitive, untimed 1k obstacle course designed to encourage movement, fun and participation. It’s all about enjoyment, teamwork and crossing the finish line with a smile! - Secondary Category (Ages 13+)
A timed 5k OCR race using individual timing chips. While students race together, we collect and sort results post-event, awarding winners in categories from U14 to U19 (male and female). - Grand Finale Invitation
The top 3 male and female students at selected events will receive exclusive invites to our end-of-year Grand Finale, bringing together the best young OCR athletes from across the country.
Inclusive by Design:
While some students may aim for the podium, others simply want to finish alongside friends – and that’s a victory in itself. Our course is built for all fitness levels.
University Championship:
University students take on a timed 5k Obstacle Course Race, held in collaboration with the Ministry of Sport UAE, the UAE School & university Sports Federation, the UAE University Games team, the Saudi Sports for All Federation (SFA) and partnering educational institutions.
- Each student is provided with a timing chip, allowing for official rankings and personal bests. The race features a mix of functional fitness challenges and classic OCR obstacles – testing speed, endurance, agility and teamwork.
- Whether students are aiming to represent their university with pride, challenge themselves individually or simply enjoy the camaraderie of a large-scale community event, the Championship delivers a high-energy, inclusive experience.
- Grand Finale Invitation: At selected events, the top 5 male and female university students will earn their place at the Grand Finale, where they’ll compete for national recognition and celebrate the spirit of student sport.
