USA Obstacle Course Racing

Shout-out to and for bringing the USAOCR National Team athletes together before National Championships and !

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USAOCR Hybrid Level 1 Coaching Certification — National Championships Edition

When: Fri, Jun 26, 2026
Location: Iron City Barbell — 232 E. Huron St A, Jackson, OH
Time: 9:00AM EST
Cost: $599

Join us at Iron City Barbell for an intensive, hybrid coaching experience designed to sharpen your technical skills and coaching pedagogy, held in conjunction with the biggest weekend in OCR.

We’re rewarding the War-X community with massive savings:
30% OFF for registered War-X Athletes
50% OFF for War-X Technical Officials
Gain full access to our comprehensive online resource library and the hands-on practical session in a single day.

In-Person Topics and Schedule

This Level 1 Certification is the foundation for professional obstacle course racing coaching. We bridge the gap between "doing" and "teaching."

Movement Mechanics: Technical breakdowns of standard OCR obstacles (walls, rigs, carries).

Cardiovascular Conditioning: Programming for aerobic efficiency, anaerobic power, and the specific demands of trail and terrain running.

OCR-Specific Strength Training: Developing functional power, grip endurance, and core stability required to tackle heavy carries and technical obstacles.

Program Design: How to integrate strength, cardio, and skill work into periodized training cycles for athletes of all levels.

Coaching Theory: Effective communication and cueing strategies for high-intensity environments.

The USAOCR Annual General Meeting (AGM) is open to current and future members and serves as an important opportunity to stay informed on the organization’s progress and direction!

During the meeting, the Board of Directors will share updates on the 2024–2028 Strategic Plan and Goals, highlight key milestones achieved, and provide the latest developments regarding the Para-Adaptive athlete program.

Attendees will also receive a summary of the 2025 financials and an overview of the USAOCR organization, ensuring transparency and alignment as the community looks ahead to the future.

The Google Meet link will be posted on the USAOCR website under our Announcements section.

Visit usaocr.org for more info!