Do You Have What It Takes to Be an Olympian?
The City of Kenora is excited to introduce our Olympic Athletic Combine, giving youth and community members the opportunity to experience the types of performance testing used in RBC Olympic athlete assessments and NFL Combine-style events.
This event is designed to be fun, challenging, and accessible, allowing participants to test their athletic abilities in a supportive environment while learning more about their own speed, strength, agility, and endurance.
Whether you compete in sports or simply enjoy being active, this combine is about challenging yourself and seeing what you’re capable of.
Participants rotate through testing stations, guided by staff and volunteers throughout the event.
Combine Testing Events
Testing varies slightly by age group and includes:
Sprint Testing
• 40-Yard Dash (Grades 7 & up & Open)
• Short Sprint for younger participants
Agility Testing
• Pro Agility Shuttle Run (5-10-5)
• 3-Cone Drill
Jump Testing
• Vertical Jump
• Standing Broad Jump
Strength Testing
• Bench Press Repetitions (Grades 7 & up & Open)
• Push-Up Test (younger participants)
Endurance Testing
• Beep Test
Optional Measurements & Participation
Participants may optionally record height, wingspan, and body weight, and may choose which testing stations they wish to complete.
Prizes
Overall athletic prizes will be awarded to youth within each student age group for boys and girls, recognizing well-rounded performance across events.
Event Details
Date: February 20, 2026
Location: Kenora SportsPlex
Event Time Slots
• Grades 3–6: 4:15 – 5:30 p.m.
• Grades 7–8: 5:30 – 6:45 p.m.
• High School & Open Category: 6:45 – 8:15 p.m.
Parent Participation
Parents may register and complete the same tests during the same time slot as their participating child, rotating through stations as part of their own parent group.
All parents who participate alongside their children will receive a complimentary group fitness class pass.
Registration Information
Registration categories include:
• Grades 3–6
• Grades 7–8
• Parents
• Open (includes High School & adults)
Early Registration is $10 per participant until 9:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 17.Standard registration remains open until each session begins on event day at $20 per participant, subject to space availability.
Who Should Attend?
Perfect for youth athletes, students curious about sports performance, families looking for an active challenge, adults wanting to test themselves, or anyone who enjoys being active.
No prior experience is required — just bring athletic clothing, indoor shoes (indoor cleats if you have them), and be ready to try your best and have fun.
Participants can show up 15 minutes prior to their combine start to warm up! Participants should be ready to participate in the drills at the start time of their group.