Axe ’Em, Jacks!
Save the date: Jan. 30, 2027
Join college students from across Texas at the 18th annual Jacks on Belay indoor top-rope and bouldering competition. It's your chance to earn medals, glory and giveaways.
Event details
- Date: Saturday, Jan. 30, 2027
- Location: SFA's Student Recreation Center
- Divisions: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
- Registration: $30
- Opens Oct. 1: Registration Link
- Includes swag and post-ceremony prize giveaway entry
- Contact: 936.468.6055 (Outdoor Center)
Restrictions
- Must demonstrate competency with provided tube-style belay devices before your session.
- No day-of instruction.
- Must be 16+ to belay.
- Climbers 15 and under must wear a provided helmet.
Tentative schedule
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 8 a.m. | Registration / Belay checks begin |
| 8:45 a.m. | Rules meeting |
| 9 a.m. – noon | Session 1 |
| Noon – 12:45 p.m. | Lunch break |
| 12:45 p.m. | Rules meeting |
| 1 – 4 p.m. | Session 2 |
| 4 – 4:45 p.m. | Dyno competition / Scoring |
| 5 – 6 p.m. | Awards ceremony / Prize giveaway |