ADULT NATIONAL FORMAT

Competitors are held in isolation and are brought out one at a time. There are four problems in each round (Qualifiers and Finals) and a competitor's score for the round is the sum of their points on all four problems. Points are earned for controlling each handhold and there are small bonuses for flashes and deductions for falls. They are given 5 minutes on each problem, separated by 5 minute rests. During their 5 minutes competitors are allowed unlimited attempts.

The top 20 men and women will advance from the Qualifying to the Final round. Finalists will be announced by midnight Friday (posted online and at the gym). Non-finalists may enter the Citizen's Comp (Open division only).

NOTE: These are not the complete regulations, but rather a brief summary. For complete details, check the USA Climbing Rule Book (download it here). Formats are subject to change.