Think you got what it takes to show you are FireFit? Then give it a try at this year’s competition come September 9.
Drumheller is playing host to a Scott FireFit Regional competition that weekend, and on the Friday evening before firefighters from across the country take to the course on Saturday, local teams can try out the challenge. Organizer Duane Bolin says there is lots of room for teams to sign up.
“We are shooting for 30 teams,” he said.
Described as the toughest two minutes in sports, firefighters take on an obstacle course in full gear and airpacks, testing the member’s strength, endurance, and skills.
While it sounds daunting, those taking part in the corporate challenge don’t have it quite as tough. In fact, the corporate challenge is more about fun and camaraderie.
Participants in the corporate challenge are not required to compete with the turnout gear or airpacks, and the challenge can be done as a team with up to five members and each can take on a leg of the course.
Drumheller hosted a regional competition in 2011 and there were about 20 teams that took on the corporate challenge. Bolin hopes to get just as many teams and says there are quite a few teams expressing interest. It’s a fun way to build friendly rivalries.
For those wondering what the experience might be like, the fire department is setting up a practice session on Thursday, September 1 at 6:30 p.m. Those wishing to try out the course can come to the firehall and see what it takes to be FireFit.
