No. Rokman challenge series offer a variety of different levels of entry to suit all fitness levels, from novice all the way up to advanced.
★★★★★ 4.9 of 5 (120+ Reviews)
Mental Health & Wellbeing Wales Awards 2023
Chris Flemmer
I love the challenges. They are just right to push me outside of my comfort zone. The support from fellow competitors is awesome as the focused goal of the group is to challenge each other to be better.
Paul McDonald
Now completed my second challenge in a row and really starting to feel the benefits. The challenges are varied and help to hit all the muscle groups whilst having an element of fun.
Dennis Collins
Rokman provided a fabulous challenges that pushed you mentally and physically. Enjoyed it so much I will be signing up for a new challenge. Thank you Rokman
Vicky Shipman
Absolutely love the Rokman challenge series. I like the way only one activity brief is released each week as it allows you to focus and fully engage with the challenge, there is always great support in the facebook group... will definitely be coming back for more!
Adam Badat
I love a challenge and this was the perfect fit. It was a brand new start for me after mostly gym based bodybuilding style training for years. It’s really improved my cardio and functional ability. The team are very supportive and responsive and the challenges are tough but fun.
Graham Berry
I’ve just completed the High Walk challenge (UK Special Forces) and loved it. It changed-up my normal running regime, challenged me physically, pushed me mentally as I wanted to succeed and did, I got sore legs, a pip and certificate to be proud of and a true sense of achievement.
Josie Cheshire
I found this a challenge but achievable. It's made me realise I'm made of tougher stuff than I thought. The Team Rokman Facebook group is also encouraging and everyone is super friendly. I've already signed up for another month.
Steve Sherman
Good challenges, able to fit in around training and work, all efforts scored whatever your level. Great support from the community. Nice to do something different.
Andy Laws
The challenges was great, you could choose a level that suited you but still pushed you as you were trying to reach times and targets within your level. Would recommend this to anyone who is looking to push themselves that bit harder. The chat and motivation within the group was good and really helped push you along.
Graham Taylor
Tough as old boots but very rewarding challenges, go there, sign up, get out there, and get it done... !!! Seriously these are good guys
Suffering the strain of a lack of time, motivation and aim in life? You’re not alone. We all crave a challenge, something to aim for. Rokman’s online running challenges are here to ignite your motivation and fortify your mind. Join anytime, from anywhere, and fit our challenges into your busy life. No fixed schedules, just real results.
We aim to bring a fresh and exciting twist to traditional race day events, sparking interest and boosting motivation. Drawing inspiration from renowned Special Forces selection test and epic running challenges, we offer you the opportunity to challenge yourself against the elite.
We believe mental resilience is the cornerstone to achieving our true potential. By undertaking activities that push our limits we achieve greater psychological activation, increasing our mental resilience to stress and pressure, thus improving our health, wellbeing and overall quality of life.
Challenge yourself around your everyday life without the restrictions of fixed schedules, far-off travel, fancy workout equipment, or extortionate entry-fees. Customise each challenge to suit your personal level of fitness, from novice all the way to very advanced.
Level 1
Can run up to 5km
Level 2
Can run 5km+
Level 3
Can run 10km+
Level 4
Can run a half marathon+
Our innovative scoring system allows us to score against far more metrics than regular online challenge platforms. This allows us to offer a variety of challenges, going way past regular distance accumulators, keeping your motivated and interested week after week.
Distance
Elevation
Beat Previous
Repetitions
Rounds
For Time
Accumulators
Activity Count
Movement Variation
Time of Day
Complete four weekly challenges within a monthly series to earn yourself the infamous Rokman finishers pips and presentation card. As opposed to standard finishers medals, which get chucked to the back of a draw never to be seen again, attach your finishers pips to your training apparel, empowering you every time you put it on.
The dashboard empowers you to seamlessly manage your submissions, bask in the glory of your virtual trophy cabinet, explore others' submissions, review challenge briefs, access leaderboards, and personalise your profile.
While Rokman challenges are paths of personal discovery, the series leaderboard offers participants an extra layer of friendly competition. Don't want to feature on the board? No problem. You can simply opt out.
Connect in shared suffering and build bonds with like-mind individuals across the global, united in their deep desire to test their limits against the most intimidating challenges possible.
Represent the team and promote the message of unrelenting resilience in the face of adversity.
Simply enter your email address to get sent weekly challenge briefs sent straight to your inbox.
Attempt the challenges whenever and wherever is convenient for you, and, depending on the challenge, provide evidence with either your GPS fitness tracker or a video recording.
Submit your evidence via our submission portal for review, validation and scoring.
Complete all four challenges to earn our exclusive Rokman Finishers Pips.
800m Best Effort
Best Effort
800m
The first week's challenges are inspired by Gurkha Army pre-training fitness tests, usually carried out on a camp in Dharan. These physical tests are used to establish if the potential recruit has what it takes to hack it as a Gurkha soldier.
Repeated Lift and Carry
Level 1
5kg
Level 2
10kg
Level 3
15kg
Level 4
20kg
A repeated lift and carry challenge where the challenger must run up and down a 15m track 15-times with weight and 14-times without, alternating each 2 shuttles with and without weight.
2km Best Effort
Best Effort
2km
Once the recruit passes Stage 1, the candidate moved to Central Selection, which takes place at the British Gurkha camp in Pokhara.
5.8km Best Effort
Best Effort
5.8km
No Load
0kg
Level 1
5kg
Level 2
10kg
Level 3
15kg
Level 4
20kg
Inspired by the traditional Gurkha recruitment Doko Race, week three requires you to run 5.8km carrying a weight specific to your level. Bonus points are awarded for elevation gain and time achieved.
Value £60.00
Let strength-endurance athlete, Max Glover guide you by video from any place, anytime, to develop a strong and functional physique for better performance in running, fitness and life.
Value £29.99
Take our psychometric questionnaire to measure your mental toughness. Receive your own personal 9-page digital report with your scores, comments and development recommendations.
Access to each monthly challenge series
Leaderboard access
Finishers Pips and Presentation Cards
Private Community Access
Full Access to Training Plan Library
6-Week Bodyweight Video Trainer
Mental Resilience Assessment
10% of Profits Donated
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Access to each weekly challenge brief
Leaderboard access
Finishers Pips and Presentation Card
10% of Profits Donated
Private Community Access
Free
Access to each weekly challenge brief
Private Community Access
Our paid options allow us to create an inclusive platform by extending free access to those who wouldn't have otherwise been able to afford it.
Do I need to be mega fit?
No. Rokman challenge series offer a variety of different levels of entry to suit all fitness levels, from novice all the way up to advanced.
How does it work?
How does it work?
How long do we have to complete each challenge?
We recommend that you complete each challenge within 7-days from the date of issue. However, we understand that life can often get in the way, so that’s why accept submissions up until 7-days after the end of the series.
What is someone cheats?
We do our very best to weed out any cheating by asking people to evidence their challenge attempts. However, due to the nature of this being an online challenge series, it’s not 100% fool proof.We have to take everyone’s submissions at face-value. If we can confidently identify people either cheating or doing the challenge incorrectly, we will notify the competitor privately via email.At the end of the day, the leaderboard is just a bit of competitive fun. These challenges are personal tests of resilience. If people decide to cheat, they’re only cheating themselves. If you concentrate on yourself and give your best honest performance then you can hold your head high at the end of the day.
Do you offer refunds?
Unfortunately, we unable to offer refunds on challenge series entry, however, we do offer transfers. If you’re unable to take part in this challenge series, let us know and we can transfer you on to an alternative series.
Can I use a treadmill?
All running challenges are designed to undertaken outside, however, if you are unable to go outside we will accept treadmill entries. If participating on a treadmill, the treadmill must be set at a 2.5 degree angle.