Official Rules & Guidelines

The ORKA Dead Hang Challenge is a Time Count Competition conducted through verified mobile video submission. All participants must strictly follow the official rules below to ensure fair play, accurate timing, and global standardization.

1. Eligibility

• Open to athletes worldwide.
• Age Categories: U14, U18, Open, 35+ (as per season structure).
• Separate Male & Female divisions in all categories.
• Athlete must complete official registration before submitting performance.

2. Equipment Requirements

• Standard fixed pull-up bar (stable and safe).
• Bar must support full body weight.
• No moving bars or assisted machines allowed.
• Chalk is allowed.
• Lifting straps, hooks, gloves with grip assistance, or any mechanical support are strictly prohibited.

3. Camera & Video Setup

• Full body must be visible from head to feet.
• Pull-up bar and hands must be clearly visible.
• Timer must be visible on screen (mobile stopwatch or second device).
• Video must be continuous with no edits, cuts, zooms, or slow motion.
• Clear lighting is mandatory.

4. Starting Position

• Athlete must grip the bar with both hands.
• Arms fully extended (elbows locked).
• Feet completely off the ground.
• Body must remain in a controlled hanging position.

Timer starts when:

• Both feet leave the ground
• Arms are fully extended

5. Valid Hang Criteria

The hang remains valid if:

• Both hands stay on the bar.
• Arms remain extended (no chin over bar or pull-up movement).
• Feet do not touch ground or any object.
• No external support is used.
• No resting elbows on bar or hooking legs.

6. Disqualification / Timer Stops When:

• Any hand releases the bar.
• Feet touch the ground or external object.
• Excessive swinging occurs (judges’ discretion).
• Chin clearly rises above the bar for support.
• Grip assistance equipment is detected.
• Video quality prevents proper verification.

The timer stops immediately upon first violation.

7. Body Movement Rules

• Natural minimal swinging is allowed.
• Kipping, hooking legs, or using bar contact for leverage is prohibited.
• One grip style must be maintained (overhand, underhand, or mixed grip allowed, but no switching during attempt).

8. Submission Rules

• Only one official submission per ranking cycle (unless weekly re-submission is allowed).
• Video must be uploaded within the official submission window.
• Athlete’s face must be visible for identity verification.

ORKA reserves the right to request a re-submission if clarity is insufficient.

9. Ranking System

After verification, athletes are placed into live leaderboards based on:

• Age Category
• Gender Category
• National Ranking
• World Ranking

Rankings update dynamically as performances are approved.

10. Tie-Breaking Policy

If two athletes record identical times:

• 1. Earlier verified submission ranks higher
• 2. If still tied, an additional verification round may be announced

11. Fair Play Policy

Strict zero-tolerance policy for:

• Edited or manipulated videos
• False identity
• Equipment violations

Violation may result in:

• Disqualification
• Removal from leaderboard
• Temporary or permanent ban

12. Safety Disclaimer

Participants must:

• Use a secure and stable bar
• Warm up properly before attempting
• Avoid unsafe heights or unstable installations
• Consult a medical professional if required

ORKA is not responsible for injuries caused by unsafe execution or improper setup.

The ORKA Dead Hang Challenge is a true test of grip strength, endurance, and mental toughness. Compete with integrity, follow the rules strictly, and earn your place on the national and global leaderboard.