Special Events
Come join your fellow Cougs at University Recreation's special events. Click on any of the events below to expand the selection for more information.
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Cougar Classic
Cougar ClassicRegister by March 28
Join University Recreation in our fourth annual power lifting competition: the Cougar Classic. Show us your max effort on the BIG 3: Bench Press, Back Squat and Deadlift. This is a raw power lifting meet in which a belt, chalk, and knee sleeves are permitted. A singlet is not required, but feel free to wear one if you would like. The competition will be based off relative strength using the Wilks Formula so there will be no weight divisions. There will be divisions for male and female lifters.
Winners for each division (male/female) will earn the right to be titled “Strongest on the Palouse” and will be awarded a trophy. Second and third place for each division will be awarded a medal. Finally, the individual with the overall highest Wilks score will be awarded the Cougar Classic Championship Belt!
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Self-Defense Workshops
Self Defense and Escape Training ClinicJoin us for an engaging yet serious hands-on seminar focused on risk reduction and personal safety, designed to equip students with skills for escaping high-risk situations.
Led by a Prevention Scientist with over a decade of experience as a Certified Escape Training instructor and Brazilian jiu-jitsu coach, this session will teach practical techniques for navigating and escaping worst-case scenarios.
The skills covered are adaptable for all fitness levels, effective under physical distress, and tailored for smaller individuals. We’ll discuss and practice specific responses for situations like being grabbed or pinned on the ground by a larger or stronger aggressor.
With a unique background in emergency medicine, federal law enforcement, and prevention science, our instructor brings valuable insights to help you stay safe and act confidently in critical moments. Don’t miss this chance to learn life-saving strategies from an expert in the field!
Interested in continuing your training? Sign up for our Boxing & Martial Arts Group Fitness classes here.
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Pullman Pulldown
Pullman Pulldown: March 29th
Come check out our Bouldering Competition! Now part of the Northwest Collegiate Climbing Circuit!
Whether you are a beginner or a more advanced climber, everyone is welcome to attend and participate in the Pullman Pulldown Bouldering Competition at the SRC Climbing Wall. This event provides the opportunity for fun and friendly competition between everyone in our climbing community.
Levels
There will be four levels of competition: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, and Open.
Prizes
Prizes will be awarded to the winners in each category. Participants will receive a free crossbody bag with their registration.
Schedule of Events
9am: Registration Opens
10am-12:30pm: Heat 1
12:30am-3:00PM: Heat 2
Collegiate teams - please limit your registration to no more than 15 climbers.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations made up until 2 weeks prior to the event will receive a full refund. Cancellations made within 1 week prior to the event receive 50% refund. Sorry, no refunds are given after March 25.
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Cougar Olympic
Cougar Olympic
Saturday, March 1
Join us Saturday, March 1 for the first annual Cougar Olympic. An Olympic Weightlifting meet to test your maxes in the Snatch and Clean and Jerk for a chance to win the Olympic Champion belt!
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1:30 - 5:00PM
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Chinook B40
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$25 entry fee for members | $50 entry fee for non members
Limit 25 Participants.
Register Here!
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