Ultimate OCR 3K

📅 Event Overview

• Name: Ultimate OCR 3K (part of UNAA - Ultimate Ninja Athlete Association)

• Date: July 11, 2025

• Location: Dallas Market Hall, Dallas, TX

• Format: Indoor obstacle-run hybrid - shorter distance (~3 km), interspersed with technical obstacles, no mud.

NINJA WARRIOR TRAINING EQUIPMENT

1) Home Ninja Obstacle Course Line with Holds

2) Balance Obstacle - Slackline

3) Atomik Climbing Holds - Hanging Pipes

4) Atomik Climbing Holds - Hanging Balls

5) Ninja Warrior Chalk

6) Grip Strength Trainer

7) Obstacle Course/ Ninja Warrior Crash Pad

8) Zipline

🧭 Race Structure & Rules

• “3-Band” System: Each athlete starts with three wristbands. Losing a band occurs on failed obstacles:

  • Mandatory obstacles (walls, crawls, carries): athletes can retry but once failed, lose a band.

  • Single-attempt obstacles (technical rigs): one attempt only; failure also costs a band 

• Penalty Loops:

  • Finish with 3 bands? Straight to the finish line.

  • 1-2 bands lost? Complete one penalty loop per lost band before crossing.

  • 0 bands? No official finish-out of awards contention.

• Race Format: Waves of two athletes every ~30 seconds or minute to reduce congestion at obstacles.

👥 Divisions & Eligibility

• Elite class, plus age divisions (7-9, 10-12, 13-15, 16-29, 30-49, 50+) and an Open (fun) category.

• International team qualifier: event serves as a USA OCR Team qualifier & USA National Team qualifier.

🏆 Competition & Awards

• Prize purse: $4,000 for Elite male and female winners.

• Medals & Participation: Top 3 in each age/Elite get large medals. Every finisher receives a medal and shirt.

💡 Why It Stands Out

• Obstacle-dense, run-focused format: Ideal for athletes who crave technical challenges and run continuity without extended mud sections.

• Indoor-friendly & spectator-oriented: Compact layout enhances viewing and media coverage

• Band penalty system: Introduces a strategic layer. Athletes must decide when to risk retries vs. accept penalties

📝 Summary Table

Feature	Details
Distance	~3 km with ~25+ obstacles
Wave starts	Every 30 sec-1 min, 2 racers per wave
Band system & penalties	3 bands; lost on failed attempts; penalty loops used
Divisions	Age brackets, Elite, Open
Awards	$4k purse (Elite), medals/shirts for all finishers
Location & date	Dallas Market Hall, July 11, 2025

🗨️ Takeaway

Ultimate OCR 3K offers a fast-paced, technical OCR experience that balances running with elite obstacles, packed into a viewer-friendly indoor setup. The band penalty system adds tension and strategy. It's perfect for athletes seeking a fresh twist on traditional OCR formats or fans looking for high-energy, spectator-ready action.

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