Registration now openYouth C, Youth D & Novice (Adults) early bird ends in 17 days

21 November 2026BFF Climb @ Tampines Hub

November competition:
Adults & Youth

Adults, this one’s for you too. Compete in our Novice Top Rope category.
Youth C & D: choose Top Rope or Lead.

Register now on GripRank View fees & deadlines

One category · One format · Early bird $45 until 1 November

21 November 2026

Categories & formats

Novice — Adults welcomeTop Rope · Eligibility based on competition historyExplore Novice
Youth C & DAges 11–14 · Top Rope or LeadExplore Youth
Not sure which category to enter?Find my competition
Top Rope◆Lead

All categories have separate rankings by gender. Where finals are held, the top 8 in each gender category advance.

21NovSaturday · 2026

Competition category

Novice (Adults)No age limit

Format

Top Rope only

Top RopeQualification roundTop 8 in each gender category → Top Rope finalOnly the top 3 in each gender category receive medals

Can I enter Novice?

You’re eligible if you have never reached a final round in a promotional competition, including bouldering competitions.

No age limit. Eligible younger climbers may also enter.

Unsure whether a previous competition counts? Email events@bffclimb.com with the event name, category and result before registering.

$45 early birdEarly bird until 1 November · Normal entry $55
Entries close 8 NovemberCompetition: Saturday, 21 November 2026

Novice reporting and climbing times to be announced.

Register for Novice on GripRankView all fees & deadlines

Select “Novice (Adults)” when registering on GripRank. Entry fees are non-refundable.

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Youth categories

Youth C & D 11–14yo

Youth D11–12 years oldBorn 2014–2015
Youth C13–14 years oldBorn 2012–2013

Format

Choose one format: Top Rope or Lead

Top Rope2 qualification routesNo finalTop 3 receive medals
Lead2 qualification routesTop 8 → 1 Lead finalAll 8 finalists receive medals
Choose one format: Top Rope or Lead.Both formats use the same qualifier routes, so competitors cannot enter both.

21 November · Youth C, Youth D & Novice (Adults)

November
registration.

Registration is now open for Youth C, Youth D & Novice (Adults). The same entry fees and deadlines apply to all three categories.

Youth C, Youth D & Novice (Adults) entry fees

Early bird$45
Normal$55
Competition entry only · Strictly no refunds or withdrawals

Youth C, Youth D & Novice (Adults)

23 Sep · 12pmRegistration opens (SGT)
1 NovEarly bird ends
8 NovRegistration closes
Register now on GripRank

Competition
schedule.

21 November · Running order · Timings to be announced

21 November 2026Youth C, Youth D & Novice (Adults) scheduleView schedule

Schedule statusTimings to be announced

Running order

  1. 01Youth D Lead qualifiers 11–12 years old
  2. 02Youth C Lead qualifiers 13–14 years old
  3. 03Novice (Adults) Top Rope qualifiers No age limit · Top Rope only
  4. 04Youth C Top Rope qualifiers 13–14 years old · No finals
  5. 05Youth D Top Rope qualifiers 11–12 years old · No finals
  6. 06Youth D Lead finals Top 8 in each gender category
  7. 07Youth C Lead finals Top 8 in each gender category
  8. 08Novice (Adults) Top Rope finals Top 8 in each gender category
Youth C & D: choose Top Rope or LeadYouth formats share qualifier routes, so competitors cannot enter both. Youth Top Rope has no finals. Novice (Adults) is Top Rope only. All finals are held separately by gender.

Competition venue

BFF Climb
@ Tampines Hub

Our Tampines Hub
1 Tampines Walk, #02-81
Singapore 528523
Get directions on Google Maps

Still unsure?

Email us.

events@bffclimb.com

FAQ

Are rankings and finals separate by gender?

Yes. Rankings and finals are held separately by gender.

Who can enter Novice (Adults)?

The novice category is for competitors who have not been to any final round in a promotional competition, including bouldering competition

Novice (Adults) has no age limit. Younger climbers may also enter, provided they meet the Novice eligibility requirements.

If you are unsure whether a previous competition counts as a promotional competition, email events@bffclimb.com with the event name, category and result before registering.

Does Novice (Adults) have finals or a Lead option?

Novice (Adults) is Top Rope only. The top 8 in each gender category advance to the Top Rope final. Only the top 3 in each gender category receive medals.

How is a climber's age category decided?

Youth categories are decided by birth year:

  • Youth F: 7–8 years old · Born 2018–2019
  • Youth E: 9–10 years old · Born 2016–2017
  • Youth D: 11–12 years old · Born 2014–2015
  • Youth C: 13–14 years old · Born 2012–2013

Climbers aged 5 or 6: They may also be accepted into Youth F, but the routes are designed with climbers up to age 8 and their height and reach in mind.

Can a younger climber enter an older age category for a greater challenge?

Yes. Climbers may choose to move up to an older youth age category for a greater challenge. This applies to both Top Rope and Lead. Routes are designed for the older age group, with their height, reach and ability in mind.

Can a climber enter both September and November?

Yes. September and November are separate competition weekends. Each requires a separate registration, and you may choose a different category or format for each, provided you meet the eligibility requirements.

Can a climber enter two categories or formats on the same weekend?

No. Each climber may enter only ONE category and ONE format per competition weekend.

You cannot enter two categories, or compete in both Top Rope and Lead, on the same weekend. If you move up to an older category, it replaces your usual category; it is not an additional entry.

Does Lead require a certificate?

No formal certification is required, but the competitor must be able to lead climb and clip confidently and safely without assistance.

Can I withdraw or get a refund?

No. Registration fees are strictly non-refundable and withdrawals are not available.

View the November running order. Reporting times and rules will be announced closer to the event.