THE YOMP CO. STANDARD™
What This Page Is
This page tells you everything you need to know before you attempt The YOMP Standard™.
It covers how to prepare, what to expect on the day, and how to submit your classification when you're done.
Read it once. Then go.
Choosing Your Level
The Standard has five classification levels.
Initiate. Trained. Operational. Advanced. Elite.
You do not start at the bottom and work up. You attempt the level that honestly reflects your current capability.
If you are unsure, start conservative. An honest Trained classification is worth more than a failed Operational attempt.
Classification reflects current capacity only.
Before You Attempt
Choose your date.
Set a specific date within the next 14 days. Write it down. Treat it like an appointment you cannot cancel.
Vague intentions do not get classified.
Know your load.
Your load is calculated as a percentage of your bodyweight, rounded to the nearest 0.5kg.
Weigh yourself. Weigh your loaded pack. Confirm the numbers before you start, not during.
Know your route.
The Standard assumes predominantly flat to gently rolling terrain on firm, walkable surfaces. Road, path, or track.
Measure your route in advance. Know your distance before you move.
Know the rules.
Walking only. One foot in contact with the ground at all times. Load carried entirely on the back. No offloading. No external assistance.
Sitting, kneeling, or removing your pack fails the attempt.
Read the full movement and rest rules on The YOMP Standard™ page before you go.
Know when to stop.
If dizziness, sharp pain, or neurological symptoms develop - stop.
Stopping for safety is not failure. Retesting is encouraged.
On the Day
Arrive at your start point with your pack loaded and weighed.
Start your timer when you move.
Walk with intent. Maintain form. Manage your pace.
You are not racing. You are demonstrating sustainable load-carriage capability.
If your movement integrity breaks pronounced forward collapse, asymmetrical gait, loss of coordination - the attempt is invalidated. Recognise it. Stop. Retest when ready.
Level Requirements Recap
Initiate
5 km · 10% bodyweight · 60 minutes · Min. weight 8kg
Trained
8 km · 15% bodyweight · 75 minutes · Min. weight 12kg
Operational
15 km · 20% bodyweight · 1hr50 · Min. Weight 18kg
Advanced
20 km · 25% bodyweight · 3 hours · Min. Weight 22kg
Elite
30 km · 30% bodyweight · 4 hours · Min. Weight 25kg
Must be passed twice within a 12-month period.
The rule across all levels: carry whichever is greater, your percentage of bodyweight or the minimum floor.
After Your Attempt
If you completed your level within the time cap, with load maintained and movement integrity preserved throughout - you are classified.
Submit your result using the form below.
You will need:
- Your name
- Your email
- Level achieved
- Time taken
- Date of attempt
That is all. No evidence required. The Standard operates on integrity.
Your classification confirmation and digital badge will be sent to your email.