Category: Junior competitions

Yes, you will have at least 2-3 hours to complete the course (depending on the type of event). But every day the course closing time will be announced.

Navigation and map reading are basic skills that everyone interested in orienteering needs to master. These skills will help you not only in competitions but also in everyday life, for example, when traveling or hiking.

Most events will be “Sport identi” or SI events using an electronic timing system. You carry this timing device with you to check your time at each control and at the finish line

Orienteering is an exciting and all-round sport that is attracting more and more people around the world. It combines physical activity, navigation skills and strategic thinking.

Orienteering requires not only physical skills but also a high level of concentration. In a competitive environment where every second counts, the ability to stay focused becomes critical.

Orienteering requires not only physical and mental effort, but also a proper approach to nutrition and recovery after training.

Orienteering is a thrilling and exciting sport that requires participants to combine physical endurance, quick thinking and precision in navigation.

These events are similar to regional events, but they are held in the highest quality venues. The technical difficulty of the courses must meet the requirements of the British Orienteering Federation

The next step after the regional event. Regional events usually need to be entered in advance. For these events, the club secretary will send details and a registration deadline.

These are low-key local events that are ideal for beginners, where anyone can just turn up and run on the day. These events used to be called “color codes” which referred to a rating