SEAL Challenge
2025

Welcome to the Seal Challenge, an exciting multidisciplinary adventure organized PPM Troop-30, Segambut District, Kuala Lumpur. This unique event combines thrilling activities like pioneering, kayaking, knots and lashings, first aid and safety, offering participants the ultimate test of teamwork, endurance, and scouting expertise. Whether you’re mastering new skills or pushing your limits, the Seal Challenge promises an unforgettable experience in the great outdoors!

The Challenges - Rules & Guidelines

Overview:

Each team will receive one tandem kayak and will compete in a relay race of 500M-800M course (per run). Teams must complete the circuit twice, with baton passes required between team 

Rules:

  • Teams must complete the circuit twice. 
  • Baton must be passed successfully to the next team member. 
  • Teams must follow the given route. 

Scoring System:

  •  1st place: 10 points 
  • 2nd place: 9 points 
  • 3rd place: 8 points 
  • 4th to 6th place: 7 points 
  • 7th to 8th place: 6 points 
  • 9th to 10th place: 5 points 

Placements will be determined by the time taken to complete the race, ranked fastest to slowest. 

 

Overview:

Each team must navigate on land and water using a map and compass. Waypoints are marked with an orienteering marker that includes a 4-digit pin, which teams must record and submit on an orienteering card. 

Rules:

  •  Teams must complete the route within the given time. 

  • Teams must record each waypoint’s pin and submit the orienteering card at the endpoint.

  • Teams that fail to submit their card on time will receive a DNF. 

Scoring System:

  • 15 waypoints: 10 points

  • 14-13 waypoints: 9 points

  • 12-11 waypoints: 8 points

  • 10-9 waypoints: 7 points 

  • 8-7 waypoints: 6 points

  • 5-6 waypoints: 5 points 

  • 4-3 waypoints: 4 points 

  • 2-1 waypoints: 3 points 

  • DNF: 0 points 

Teams will be ranked based on the number of waypoints collected, with a higher number receiving better scores. 

Overview:

 Teams are required to build a structure (e.g., a bridge, tower, or platform) using ropes and wooden spars, ensuring stability and functionality. 

Rules:

  •  Teams must complete their structure within the given time. 

  • The structure must meet specific criteria for stability, functionality, and height. 

  • Teams must work collaboratively and demonstrate proper lashing techniques. 

Scoring System:

  •  Excellent (meets all criteria): 10 points 

  • Very Good (meets most criteria): 8-9 points 

  • Good (meets some criteria): 6-7 points 

  • Fair (structure incomplete or unstable): 4-5 points 

  • Poor (does not meet criteria): 0-3 points 

 Teams will be ranked based on stability, functionality, and overall execution of their structure. 

Example Structures

Structure: Hourglass tower

Height:
5 meters from the ground. Proportion of the based must be at least 2/3 off the entire length off the spars used

Material:
Bamboo or mangrove wood. 

Lashings:
Common square lashing or Japanese square lashing, clove hitch, timber hitch, and diagonal lashing

 

Structure: Beacon tower

Height:
5 meters from the ground. Proportion of the based must be at least 2/3 off the entire length off the spars used.

Material: Bamboo or mangrove wood. 

Lashings: Common square lashing or Japanese square lashing, clove hitch, timber hitch, and diagonal lashing

Structure: Double A-Frame trebuchet

Height:
Minimum Arm: 2.5 meters

Material: Bamboo or mangrove wood. 

Lashings: Correct application of lashings required

Overview:

Teams must demonstrate the proper rescue techniques for capsized kayakers or individuals in the water using a safety boat. 

Rules:

  • Teams must follow the correct safety procedures.

  • Teams will be evaluated on technique, efficiency, and adherence to safety protocols. 

Scoring System:

  • Excellent (all steps performed correctly): 10 points

  • Very Good (minor errors): 8-9 points 

  • Good (some errors, but safe): 6-7 points 

  • Fair (several errors): 4-5 points 

  • Poor (unsafe or incomplete): 0-3 points 

Placements will be based on adherence to safety protocols and effectiveness of rescue techniques. 

Overview:

Teams will perform basic life support techniques, including CPR, as demonstrated in a simulated rescue scenario. 

Rules:

  • Teams must follow the correct procedure for CPR. 

  • Proper compression depth, rhythm, and rescue breaths must be demonstrated. 

  • Teams must work collaboratively during the simulation. 

Scoring System:

  • Excellent (perfect technique): 10 points

  • Very Good (minor technique issues): 8-9 points

  • Good (adequate performance): 6-7 points

  • Fair (incomplete but effort shown): 4-5 points

  • Poor (unsafe or incorrect technique): 0-3 points 

Placements will be based on accuracy and proper execution of CPR techniques. 

Overview:

Teams must demonstrate their ability to tie various knots within a given time frame. 

Rules:

  • Teams will be given a list of specific knots to tie. 

  • Teams must demonstrate correct techniques for each knot. 

  • Time is limited, and incomplete knots will not be counted. 

Scoring System:

  • 10 knots: 10 points 

  • 9 knots: 9 points 

  • 8 knots: 8 points 

  • 7 knots: 7 points 

  • 6 knots: 6 points 

  • 5 knots: 5 points 

  • 4 knots: 4 points 

  • 3 knots or fewer: 0-3 points 

Placements will be based on the number of correct knots completed within the time frame. 

Ropes & labels will be provided by the organiser.

Sample knot list:
Reef knot, Sheet bend, Clove hitch, Bowline, Round turn & two half hitches, Common whipping, Fisherman’s knot, Sheep shank, Double sheet bend, Timber hitch, Taut line, Square lashing, Diagonal lashing, Rolling hitch, Double bowline, Highwayman’s hitch, Marline spike hitch, Sailmaker’s whipping, Fireman’s chair, Crown knot, Back splice, Sheer lashing, Stopper knot, Manharness knot, Middleman’s knot, Eye splice, Floor/snake lashing, Tripod lashing, Cat’s paw, Carrick bend, Turk’s head, Scaffold hitch, Backing bend, Monkey’s fist, Short splice, Japanese square lashing, Filipino diagonal lashing, Harvester’s hitch, Alpine butterfly, West country whipping, Running bowline, Bowline on a bight, French bowline

Eric Khoo Challenge Trophy

The winners of the 2025 SEAL Challenge will be presented a cash prize and the commemmorative Eric Khoo Challenge Trophy.

Prizes: For 1st place only
Cat A – RM500
Cat B – RM750
Cat C – RM1000
Cat D – RM1500

For more information see: https://ekchallengetrophy.com

Event Details

Skills Workshop Dates: 12-13 April, 2025

Main Challenge Event Dates: 3 & 4 May, 2025

Location: Kelab Komuniti Taman Tasik Cyberjaya

Divisions:
Division A: 13-15 years old
Division B: 16-19 years old
Divisions C: 19-25 years old
Division D: Open (26+)

Team Structure:
Each team may consist of 4-6 people in any given division. At least 4 team members are required to compete in each challenge.