Youth categories
Youth C & D 11–14yo
Format

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Youth C & D: Top Rope or Lead.
Novice (Adults): Top Rope only.
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All categories have separate rankings by gender. Where finals are held, the top 8 in each gender category advance.
Youth categories
Format
Competition category
Format
21 November · Running order · Timings to be announced
Schedule statusTimings to be announced
Running order
21 November · Youth C, Youth D & Novice (Adults)
Registration for Youth C, Youth D & Novice (Adults) opens together in late September. The same entry fees and deadlines apply to all three categories.
Youth C, Youth D & Novice (Adults) entry fees
Youth C, Youth D & Novice (Adults)
Competition venue
Yes. Rankings and finals are held separately by gender.
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.
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.
Youth categories are decided by birth year:
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.
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.
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.
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.
No formal certification is required, but the competitor must be able to lead climb and clip confidently and safely without assistance.
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.