Question 1

How do I register?

Accepted Answer

To register, fill out the contact form at coldclub.com/games (https://coldclub.com/games)with:
 • Your full name
 • Your team name
 • The number of team members (minimum 2, maximum 10)
Once submitted, you’ll receive a confirmation email with:
 • A printable/postable event flyer
 • A rules and format packet to help your team prepare

Question 2

Is money required at registration?

Accepted Answer

No. Submitting the contact form is a pledge to donate to a local Alaska charity. No payment is required at the time of registration.

Question 3

How many people can be on a team?

Accepted Answer

Each team must have at least 2 members and no more than 10.

Question 4

What’s the minimum age to participate?

Accepted Answer

All participants must be 18 years or older.

Question 5

Why are you doing this?

Accepted Answer

This event brings together Cold Club’s mission of leveraging positive stress, building community, and giving back.
Founder Matt Soule was inspired by his daughter Evie, who has helped deliver over 600 backpacks to foster children in New Mexico. She now aims to help 1,000+ more in New Mexico and across the country.
Cold Club Games is a way to amplify that mission through fun, resilience-building competition and charitable giving.

Question 6

What should I bring/wear on race day?

Accepted Answer

• Athletic clothing suitable for lifting, running, and cold plunging
 • Shoes or water shoes for plunging (barefoot is not recommended)
 • A towel
 • A water bottle
 • Your team spirit and readiness to challenge yourself!

Question 7

What happens on race day?

Accepted Answer

• Check-in opens at 11:00 AM at the event site
(Please arrive at least 15 minutes early)
 • We'll review the rules and answer questions
 • Cold plunge safety briefing and mindset tips included
 • Events begin shortly after check-in
 • We’ll wrap up with awarding prizes and 3 powerful tips for building stress resilience

Question 8

How long does the event last?

Accepted Answer

Plan for approximately 2-3 hours, including check-in, the competition, the prizes and the talk. You'll be done by around 2:00–2:30 PM.

Question 9

Is the cold plunge safe for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We'll provide a safety briefing and practical guidance to help you get the most benefit from the plunge safely — no prior cold exposure experience required.

Question 10

How do the prizes work?

Accepted Answer

• The top 3 event winners receive Cold Club merch or free training experiences

Awards include:

• 🏆 Cold Club Team Champions – Highest total score
 • 🧊 Chill Champs – Longest average plunge time
 • 💪 Grip & Grit – Most weight moved in Load-n-Carry
	Bonus Award 
 • 🎉 Spirit Award – Most team energy, attitude, and encouragement

Question 11

What if I have a question not answered here?

Accepted Answer

Reach out to Matt Soule at hello@coldclub.com ()and he’ll get back to you personally.

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