ORMOC CITY — Adrenaline surged across the Ormoc City Sports Complex as aspiring athletes and sports enthusiasts gathered for the kickoff of the UIPM Obstacle World Championships 2026 Training Camp on Saturday, October 17, 2026.
The intensive training initiative introduces local participants to real-life "ninja" athletic conditioning, obstacle navigation, and agility drills designed to test strength, speed, endurance, and mental toughness.
World Record Holder Leads High-Intensity Conditioning
Guiding the Ormocanon participants is Southeast Asian (SEA) Games Gold Medalist and Guinness World Record holder Coach Mark Julius "Jaymark" Rodelas.
Recognized globally for his record-breaking performances in the 100m obstacle course race, Coach Jaymark shared professional techniques, footwork fundamentals, and obstacle-clearing mechanics used by international competitors:
Obstacle Technique Mastery: Hands-on instruction covering wall vaults, monkey bar transitions, balance beams, and grip-strength maneuvers.
Agility & Speed Drills: Targeted footwork and explosive movement patterns tailored for competitive obstacle course racing (OCR).
Endurance & Mindset: Physical conditioning aimed at building stamina alongside the mental determination required to complete complex courses.
Day Two Action Shifts To Ormoc City Fencing Hall
Following a high-energy opening session at the main sports complex, the training camp continues into its second day on Sunday, October 18, 2026, shifting venues to the Ormoc City Fencing Hall.
The initiative reflects Ormoc City’s ongoing commitment to expanding local sports development, giving youth and elite athletes access to world-class coaching across emerging multi-sport disciplines under the Union Internationale de Pentathlon Moderne (UIPM) umbrella.
Ormocanons and sports enthusiasts are invited to watch or participate in Sunday's continuation as local athletes train toward national and international competitive benchmarks.
