Everything you need to know about how Zenith competitions are structured, scored, and won.
inside the games
introduction
Whether you’re a first-time competitor or a seasoned athlete, here’s your all-access guide to how the Zenith International Games are run—from divisions and formats to scoring and event flow.
The Divisions
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The Youth Divisions are made up of the following:
5-7 year olds
8-10 year olds
11-13 year olds
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The Teen Division is for those who are
14-16 years old
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The adult divisions are broken down as follows:
17+ Men’s Pro Division
17+ Women’s Pro Division
35+ Masters Division- NEW THIS YEAR
formats
Zenith Games employs the three major events for their competitions: Skills, Speed and Freestyle.
Skills is about pushing yourself on specially designed challenges.
Speed is all about going fast. Move quick and efficiently and get there fast.
Freestyle lets competitors show off their style and unique skills and explore their creative side.
how we score
Stay posted for updates on our scoring for this year.
If you want to have input into how scoring will work at the competition this year, reach out to us at zenithpkgames@gmail.com.
Competition flow
What to expect on competition day
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Arrive at the competition site on time for registration. Look for the time for the first event you are doing. Arrive early to account for parking, signing in and getting situated.
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There will be a warm-up period. For the youth divisions, a certified coach will warm you up. For teens and adults, you will be expected to warm up on your own or with your team.
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Before the start of each event, there will be an explanation time when you will be given all the details you need for that event.
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Each event will be run according to schedule times and time warnings will be given for events that have a set time.
Awards will either be done after each event or they may be done after all 3 events are completed.
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Full results will be posted here and on social media @zenithpkgames.
If you qualify for finals, look out for announcements regarding registration.
FAQ’s
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Perfect—this is the best place to start! Our events are built to welcome first-timers and seasoned athletes alike. You’ll test your skills, cheer on your friends, and meet parkour athletes from all over.
It’s not just about medals—it’s about adrenaline, high-fives, and discovering what you’re capable of.
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Pick your division based on how old you are on the first day of the season (date of the first qualifier). You’ll stay in that division for the entire season—even if you have a birthday that would normally move you up.
You can choose to compete in an older age division if you want a greater challenge, but you can’t move down into a younger division. This keeps things fair and consistent for everyone.
The pro divisions often have prizes associated with placing in the championships. If that changes your mind on what division to compete in.
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You’ll want to wear appropriate shoes and clothing for the events you are competing in. If you are on a competition team, wear your team shirt.
You should bring a water bottle and snacks. You can also bring some money or way to pay for snacks or lunch because there will often be concessions or vendors available.
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Check out the upcoming qualifiers
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San Diego, CA USA
Rogue Parkour Gym created Zenith International Games in 2022 and they host the championships in San Diego.
Join the action in one of SoCal’s most exciting parkour competitions! Speed, Style, and Skills events for every age and level—fast runs, big tricks, and an unbeatable community vibe.
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San Diego, CA USA
Summer 2026
Details TBD