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From beginners to elite athlete’s there are OCR training programs available across the city for every skill level! Read on below to check out all of these local options to see what works best for you. Stop planning and start DOING! #noexcuses Chaos Course– Belton, MO – (816) 349-9205 At Chaos Course, we believe in only the highest standards of physical fitness training and have been actively helping our community to reach their health and fitness goal for many years here in Belton, Missouri. Our staff members at Chaos Course are actively enriching the lives of our members and creating a community of like minded people who love being healthy and strong. Getting you toward your goal is our goal. We are Kansas City’s Original Ninja Warrior gym. Chaos is always building, dreaming, scheming and rearranging obstacles to keep up with latest challenges. We’ve got it all; Monkey bars, flying monkey bars, jungle climb (variety of holds: rings, globes, pipe, cloth, rope, etc.), cargo net, pipe slider, unstable bridge, salmon ladder, rope course, trapeze traverse, jumping spider, rock wall, and warp wall, ultimate cliff hanger, spinning wheels, slack lines, spinning log, rolling logs, broken pipes, wind chimes, nunchuck chimes, devils stair case, peg board, swinging tires, coin flip, I Beam climb, and more all the time. Our Pay Per Class membership option gives our members the flexibility to use the facilities and attend classes at the time and location of their choosing. Our Pay Per Class pricing is simple, straightforward, and competitive with other gym memberships. There is not one course but rather a million ways to create routes, challenges, and courses Monthly Package memberships: Choose from Ninja Warrior Classes, Martial Arts Classes and Fitness Classes. Adults also get personal training plans built for you with your membership. Single Adult or Youth $75/Mo Preschool Classes Only $55/Mo Family (2 Adults and All siblings) $200/Mo $15 for Day Pass which includes classes / Some Fitness Classes are only $5 Apex Climbing Gym – Overland Park, KS – (913) 283-7341 Local OCR racers come together to train for races across the country. At these workouts we work on obstacle techniques, training advice, running, and body weight movements. Every week is guaranteed to engage your muscular and cardiovascular system, no matter the skill level the athlete is at. If there is a specific race coming up (KC Timber Challenge, Spartan, CTG, Savage Race and NORAM were big hits this past year) we will build and make obstacles similar to what you will see at that race. This prepares you by allowing a you a chance to attempt these obstacles and receive technique help before the race! We have professional racers, nutrition specialist and certified strength trainers who attend as well if you ever want help outside the gym! Every obstacle can be scaled to achieve success, and eventually work towards full completion and keeping that 100% completion band at a race.This group of racers have become a family, wanting each other to succeed and hold each other accountable. What better way to do that than come together each week and work on our weaknesses together? Every member who has come on Thursdays has accomplished something they once said they would never be able to do. This ranges from getting over walls, completing a rig, going across a slacking and more. Price: Free for first time visit if you let a member know you are coming / Non-Member cost: Mention KCOCR for $11 day pass Membership cost: $44.51 allows you to attend ANY class at apex, all day access to the gym, weight training area, one free pass a month for first time visiting guest, and discounted price climbing gear if you want to check out the bouldering side. OCR training Class every Thursday at 7:00pm Blush Bootcamp – Lees Summit, MO – (816) 434-5355 Blush Fitness in Overland Park and Blush Boot Camp in Lee’s Summit are fitness facilities where all women can feel empowered and comfortable. Our Boot Camp Classes and Personal Training with Jenny Overstreet are designed to increase strength, endurance, confidence and teamwork, all of the things required to have a great time on the OCR course. We use a variety of equipment and training techniques that can be accommodated to any fitness level. Whether you are an OCR veteran or just starting out, all are welcome here. Crossfit Cerberus –  Blue Springs, MO – (816) 868-3611 Crossfit Cerberus‘ program is fundamentally based around the sport of Obstacle Course Racing (OCR). We have weekly classes, in stations, to cover basic in obstacle training. We not only cover technique, but the “why” behind the technique. We cater to all skill levels, from the beginner all the way to the most proficient athlete. Once a month, we put all of our training into an actual course setup throughout the gym, to test our skills. We hope to see you at CrossFit Cerberus, on Sundays, at 3pm! (Call for pricing & availability) Got Em Fit – Olathe, KS –  (913) 708-2677 Got Em Fit offers Functional Fitness with No Machines which means you have to use your Core Strength everytime. Its Functional Fitness HIIT (High, Intense,Interval, Training) w/weights that gets you ready for OCR and athletic in general while getting members in amazing shape. We just implanted OPEN GYM Monday- Thursday nights from 7pm-7:30pm where members can practice OCR on the rig/rings/rope climb/Peg Wall/Bearcrawls etc…. you name it. Special Membership Pricing $129/mo Unlimited sessions Or $79/mo Max 12-30min sessions Use or Lose JRen Fitness – Leavenworth, KS – (785) 218-1982 JRen Fitness is a personalized training program designed around the needs and wants of the athlete. Each person’s program is different depending on their individual goals and where they are in their physical/athletic abilities. Jared, the owner of JRen Fitness is currently finishing his masters degree in exercise science and has worked with division 1 college and professional athletes as well as OCR weekend warriors. Please feel free to contact Jared at https://www.facebook.com/JRenFitness/ or Instagram…

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Exiled – Trail of Terror

EXILED – Trail of Terrors – Haunted House / Haunted Hike – Kansas City This isn’t your ordinary Haunted House…  Exiled Trail of Terror is a self guided 1 mile hike of horror deep in the dark woods of Bonner Springs KS. You and your friends must face your worst fears by clawing your way through our evil forest. Too Evil for Indoors. Do you dare go into the woods at night? WARNING: This is a rugged, dark trail NOT for the faint of heart. If you are scared of getting dirty, sweaty or hiking through the darkness OUTSIDE, then Exiled is not for you! 2021 Dates -Open every Friday & Saturday in October- Oct 1st & 2nd / Oct 8th & 9th Oct 15th & 16th  / Oct 23rd & 24th Oct 22nd & 23rd / Oct 29th & 30th PRICING – $40 every Friday / $50 every Saturday – ALL TICKETS ARE A TIMED, FAST PASS ENTRY CLICK HERE TO BUY TICKETS NOW To minimize wait times and avoid large crowds, we’ll be doing a timed entry again this year. When purchasing your ticket, you’ll need to pick out a date/time slot and you’ll only be allowed to be in the line during your chosen time. For example: If you sign up for the 7:00-7:25pm slot, you will be allowed to get in the line any time in that range. You will not be allowed in line before 7pm or after 7:25pm. #exiledkc ABOUT: Exiled is an outdoor Haunted attraction (Haunted House) located in Bonner Springs, KS. Located just a few minutes from old downtown Bonner Springs at the home of ZipKC and the KC Timber Challenge. Prepare yourself for approximately 1 mile of hiking through the heavy dark forest infested by our deranged freaks. The hike will require the physical stamina to climb hills, bend, stoop. You MUST wear closed toe shoes to enter this attraction. The woods contain hidden rocks, obstacles, bugs, animals and other hazards. We recommend kids be at least 12 years old. Your group will be provided with small red LED lights to help you navigate the horrors waiting for you in the woods. Absolutely no flashlights, phone lights, photography or other light sources will be permitted. We highly recommend purchasing tickets online in advance as spots fill up quickly. The on-site box office opens each Fri/Sat 1 hour before the first time slot Requires approx. 1 mile of hiking (bending, climbing, crawling) Inebriated patrons may be turned away with no refunds 1-2 red LED Trail lights provided to each group (no other outside lights of any kind) Not advised for pregnant women No outside lights of any kind Close toed shoes required No disorderly conduct No photography Free Parking Ages 12+ Located @ Zip KC – 12829 Loring Rd. Bonner Springs KS – 913-276-0018 www.exiledkc.com  / CLICK HERE TO BUY TICKETS NOW Open every Friday & Saturday in October. Subject to change without notice for weather.

XTC Training Videos

Evan Perperis & Justin Weisgerber from Strength & Speed and Jared Renyer from JRen Fitness stopped by The KC Timber Challenge permanent obstacle course to go over some technique, training, gear recommendations & tip videos for the Extreme Timber Challenge (XTC) obstacle course. Strength & Speed is a fitness company and team designed to take athletes to the next level through hybrid training. Their website is loaded with free information in the form of a podcast, articles, performance objectives, recommended books and more. Their biggest seller are their two books focused on Obstacle Course Racing “Strength & Speed’s Guide to Elite Obstacle Course Racing” and “Mud Run Guide’s Ultra-OCR Bible” available in the online store at www.teamstrengthspeed.com JRen Fitness offers personalized OCR and general fitness focused workouts based off of you goals and abilities. Whether your goal is to win the OCR world championships or just to finish your local OCR and not feel like death JRen Fitness can help you get there. The Rig Giant Monkey Bars Floating Tires Chaos Devil Steps Chaos Cliff The Great Walls Rope Climb Tire Flip Walk Across Teeter Totters and Chutes & Ladders 7 Story Climb WHAT TO WEAR

XTC 2018

Extreme Timber Challenge (XTC)- Sat, Sept 8th, 2018 – Wave times available from 8am-11:15am The XTC is a 4 mile obstacle course with 40+ unique obstacles including: Hand Held Zip Lines, Devil Steps, Mud Pits, Bluff Climbs, the Vertigo Bus, Inverted Monkey Bars, Rope Climb, Floating Tires, The Great Walls, Tarzan Rings and much more TBA soon! The Timber Challenge is a locally owned & operated permanent obstacle course located on over 100 wooded acres along the bluffs of the Kansas River. We offer a unique experience to ALL levels of athletes from beginners to the elite; this event is for everyone 12+. Registration includes: race entry, t-shirt, souvenir wristband, 3 inch finisher medal, tons of event pictures, water stations, fresh fruit and access to the party zone at the start / finish line. This is a CHALLENGE; not a race. Make sure to celebrate the finish line; not the finish time! Stay tuned for course map release along with new obstacle announcements coming soon! Don’t limit your challenges… Challenge your limits *Hurry, Price increases this Friday! Sign up now to save* FESTIVAL INFO: (Festival hours are 7:00am-11:15am) The Festival includes Music, Contests, Giveaways, Games, Sampling and more! Vendor Food/Drinks are available at an additional charge OR bring your own outside food & beverages. FESTIVAL BOOTHS: Chaos Course will have mini Ninja Games to play. Come and challenge your friends or try to be an all time score winner! KCOI will be handing out free items such as towels and chap stick and providing information on our Ortho Urgent Care service and Rehab/Physical Therapy services.  They will also be answering any questions anyone has about the orthopedic health care services their hospital provides. Spin The Wheel to win Prizes and Play Yard Games (Bags, Ladder Ball, Putskee, Giant Checkers, Bocce Ball & more at The KC Crew Game Zone! DQ will be giving out FREE DILLY BARS! Dairy Queen Grill & Chill is a restaurant that serves your favorite old fashioned Soft Serve Products as well as their famous chicken strip baskets, burgers, fries & more! Stop by the Bonner Springs location after the race to replenish your body! (103 E. Front St. Bonner Springs KS) Sprouts Farmers Market will have a free “Build Your Own Trail Mix Station” and fresh produce samples! The Beef Jerky Outlet Kansas City/Legends Outlets will have a tent with samples of some of everyone’s favorite jerky flavors and a few for purchase to give you that extra edge over the competition. There will also be a corn hole game set out so you can challenge your friends to friendly game, the winner will receive a card for a free stick at the Beef Jerky Outlet. Heart & Soul Quality Foods will be handing out free samples of edamame. Natural Way Wellness Center will be providing pre and post race therapies consisting of isometric relaxation (PIR), proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF), and trigger point therapy. PIR and PNF strtches not only improve flexibility, but also improve muscular strength. Trigger point therapy alleviates tension and hypertonicity in muscle bellies, which in turn removes aches and pain and improves flexibility.  With the combination of these therapies, the athletes will have reduced chemical and physical stresses on their joints and run at an optimal level. Infused – Infused is an exclusively mobile medical spa dedicated to providing you the most efficient way to revitalize your body, inside and out. We offer IV infusions, IM injections, and cosmetic injectables such as Botox, Dysport, and dermal fillers. At our booth, we will provide our IV and IM services to help participants recover from the Timber Challenge and maximize their physical gains from the event. Meet KCOCR (A local group of OCR racers). They host weekly training events and other meet ups. When you get involved in their group, you’re guaranteed to know people at every race you run, to be supported, lifted up and challenged! OTHER BOOTHS: Scheels, Leah D. Smith Agency, Warriors Fuel, WANT TRAINING TIPS?? CLICK HERE

Team Building

CHOOSE YOUR OWN TEAM BUILDING EXPERIENCE! Reconnect with each other and the great outdoors through a guided team building hike. For an added experience, add on one of our zipline tours to end on a thrilling high note! Take your dream-team on a 1 mile guided hike bursting with team building games, activities, and obstacles to encourage team members to work together, communicate, and build group skills. The Team Building Course experience is unique to each group and runs 2-3 hours depending on group size and performance. Accommodates group sizes from 6-30. Team Building: $50 /person Course Includes 2 hour guided hike with your own super fun team building guide! Over a dozen team-building exercises Take-home bandanas Plaque for the office (upon request) Picnic tables for lunch or meetings (before or after your hike) To book a Team Building Tour or for more information call Zip KC at 913-241-9478 or email info@zipkc.com Check Out Our Zip Line Tour add-ons! Add some adrenaline to your Zip KC team building adventure and make a day of it with a high-flying zip line tour on the bluffs of the Kansas River! Team Building + Hike & Zip Combo: $109 /person The Hike & Zip is composed of four zip lines starting and ending at ground level while zip lining over bluffs with hiking in between. Hiking is just about a 1/2 mile in short sections between zip lines featuring scenic views of the Kansas River Valley and native wildlife! The Hike & Zip is the perfect introduction to zip lining in a fun, relaxed environment. Team Building + Tower Tour Combo: $129 /person The Tower Tour is composed of five lines running tower to tower and reaching speeds up to 50 mph! The first tower is 65′ tall with an ascent of 77 steps and runs a quarter of a mile. From there you are up high in the tree canopy as we zip tower to tower all the way back to home base. The tour ends with our breathtaking zero gravity line which features a 12-foot free-fall before the zip line swoops you up like a roller coaster! *Team building and zip line packages come with a 10% discount for groups of 6-19 and a 15% discount for 20 people or more. Half-Day & Full-Day Zip KC Rental/Corporate Retreats also available – Call 913-214-9478 for more info!

Obstacle & Training Tips

New to OCR? In this video series KC Timber Challenge showcases local Trainers, Athletes & Gyms  to give you obstacle & training tips and show you where you can train to get ready for your first obstacle course! If some of these obstacles seem hard, don’t worry. IF you don’t want to do an obstacle you can go around them, BUT you should at least try. Fear LESS, do MORE… get outside and get after it! James T. Hanton with Got Em Fit will show you some tips on how to conquer The Great Walls! ____________________________________________________________________________________ Liz Babcock w/ Chaos Course goes over tips on their obstacle; Devil Steps & Chaos Cliff. ____________________________________________________________________________________ James T. Hanton with Got Em Fit will give you some tips on how to defeat The Rope Climb ____________________________________________________________________________________ Evan Perperis & Justin Weisgerber from Strength & Speed and Jared Renyer from JRen Fitness stopped by The KC Timber Challenge permanent obstacle course to go over some technique, training, gear recommendations & tip videos for the Extreme Timber Challenge (XTC) obstacle course. Strength & Speed is a fitness company and team designed to take athletes to the next level through hybrid training. Their website is loaded with free information in the form of a podcast, articles, performance objectives, recommended books and more. Their biggest seller are their two books focused on Obstacle Course Racing “Strength & Speed’s Guide to Elite Obstacle Course Racing” and “Mud Run Guide’s Ultra-OCR Bible” available in the online store at www.teamstrengthspeed.com JRen Fitness offers personalized OCR and general fitness focused workouts based off of you goals and abilities. Whether your goal is to win the OCR world championships or just to finish your local OCR and not feel like death JRen Fitness can help you get there. The Rig Giant Monkey Bars Floating Tires Chaos Devil Steps Chaos Cliff The Great Walls Rope Climb Tire Flip Walk Across Teeter Totters and Chutes & Ladders 7 Story Climb WHAT TO WEAR

Ninja Training Tour

Ninja Training Obstacle Tour by KC Timber Challenge & Zip KC Unleash your Inner Ninja on a private obstacle course!  The Ninja Training Obstacle Tour is a private 2 hour guided hike taking you on an outdoor adventure with tons of fun and challenging obstacles for all skill levels. Each tour is custom, based on the athletic ability of your group and how dirty you want to get! Highlight Points * 2 Hours * Approx 1.5 – 2 Mile Hike * Private Guided Tour * Approx 20 Ninja Obstacles (Several obstacles have “Harder/Easier” lanes making this course perfect for all levels of fitness) * $30/person (Call for pricing on groups of 20+) Picnic Tables & Yard Games available to use free of charge before or after your tour Perfect for Adults & Children! Scouts, Youth Groups, Office Retreats, OCR Training, Personal Trainers, Workout Groups, Team Building/Bonding, Family Outings and Birthday Parties BIRTHDAY PARTIES: Zip KC / KC Timber Challenge is the perfect setting for unique and thrilling birthday parties. All of our birthday party packages also include a picnic area for your group with yard games, a dedicated guide(s) to ensure everyone has a safe and amazing time. The birthday guest of honor will also receive a free T-shirt. Tours are available every day of the week except Mondays. Click on Book Now to see a calendar of available time slots. Don’t see a time that works for you? Call us for custom booking options. For more information or to book your NINJA TOUR call Zip KC @ 913-214-9478 or KC Timber Challenge @ 913-538-1229 Obstacle Examples: Rope Swing, Floating Walls, Ninja Jumps, Mud Pits, RoKC Wall Traverse, Bus Cargo Climb over, Dodgeballs, Human Hamster Wheel, Low Rig, Pinnacle Climb, The Great Walls, Cliffside Hang, Walk Across Teeter Totters, Rope Climb, our famous Vertigo Bus and much more! What to Wear/Bring: *Tennis shoes/hiking shoes *Towels & an extra change of clothes/shoes in case you get wet or muddy *Bug Spray/Sunscreen/Hair Ties *Refillable Water Bottles *Warm clothing if it’s cold! *Cash to tip your awesome tour guide!    

FTC TEAM CONTESTS

FAMILY TIMBER CHALLENGE TEAM CONTESTS BIGGEST TEAM Everyone will receive 1 free Kansas City T-Bones Game Ticket (Up to 50) & 25% off Fall FTC! 2 Ultimate Adventure Zip Line Tours at Zip KC (For the team captain) MUDDIEST FAMILY 4 Free Admission Passes to CoCo Key Water Resort – Kansas City Up to 4 Free Hike & Zip Tours at Zip KC 4 Free entries to any 2018 Timber Challenge event BEST TEAM COSTUME 4 Max Pak Adventure Certificates at Paradise Park Up to 4 Free Hike & Zip Tours at Zip KC Shake mix + Protein drink mix, Tea and a water bottle from Energizing Mission 4 Free entries to any 2018 Timber Challenge event We will be reviewing pictures after the event to pick winners. OR to make sure you are a candidate; email a picture of your team (costume or muddy) to jen@kctimberchallenge.com  

FTC New Obstacle Videos!

The 3rd annual Spring Family Timber Challenge is a 2 mile family fun run packed with 28+ obstacles for the whole family to enjoy including: Hurdles, climbing walls, tunnels, mud, foam, cargo climbs, slack lines, ninja jumps, legendary vertigo bus and many more. Check out some of the new obstacles for 2018! Bullfrog Noodle Forest Fry Foam Pit Bow Blast Balance Beams – Teeter Totters – Chutes & Ladders – Slack Line – Tire/Hula Toss Course Map & Obstacle Pictures CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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