High Altitude Youth Rugby Summit
RUGBY TOUR
Guinness World Record Attempt
Rising High, Playing Proud.
Young Hearts, High Fields, One Game"
From the Himalayas, For the History Books."
🏉 Most Participants in a High-Altitude Youth / T1 Rugby Match in Nepal
This initiative aims to set a new world record while promoting youth rugby development, national pride, and Nepal’s unique position as a destination for extreme and inclusive sports.
📌 Record Title
Most Participants in a High-Altitude Youth Rugby Match (T1 Format)
An official attempt recognized by Guinness World Records.
📍 Proposed High-Altitude Locations
| Location | Altitude (m) | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Rara Lake | ~2,990 m | Stunning high-altitude lake, open space, local community support |
| Namche Bazaar | ~3,440 m | Gateway to Everest, high visibility, symbolic value |
| Muktinath | ~3,710 m | Sacred valley, dry climate, great accessibility via Jomsom |
| Sunkoshi Beach | ~1,200 m | Alternative beach rugby site with higher participation capacity |
🗓️ Tentative Event Date
October 2026
(Near Dashain/Tihar vacation to ensure school/youth availability and good weather)
🧒 Target Participants
500 to 1,000 youth players, aged 10–20
T1 Rugby Format: Short-field, 5-a-side rugby version ideal for inclusion and safety
Participation from all 7 provinces of Nepal
Inclusive of girls’ and boys’ teams, school clubs, and community rugby groups
🎯 Key Objectives
Break world record with youth-first, high-altitude rugby event
Promote T1 rugby as a tool for physical fitness, teamwork, and youth leadership
Position Nepal as a rugby development hub in South Asia
Foster peace, unity, and opportunity through sport
🏗️ Logistics & Match Format
Field Setup: Temporary pitches on flat ground or beach area
Segmented Matches: Rotational games in small teams (T1 format) to meet Guinness criteria
Match Documentation: Drone, video, GPS tracking, official match recorders
Player Gear: T1 kits, bibs, ID bands, hydration packs
Safety & Medical: First aid stations, mobile paramedics, evacuation plan
🧭 Phases & Timeline
| Phase | Timeline | Key Activities |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Planning | 6–9 months ahead | Location finalization, Guinness registration, stakeholder meetings |
| 2. Recruitment | 4–6 months ahead | School outreach, training camp coordination, regional qualifiers |
| 3. Preparation | 1–2 months ahead | Equipment delivery, site visits, transport plans, match rules training |
| 4. Match Day | Event date | Opening ceremony, continuous T1 matches, record documentation |
| 5. Follow-up | 1 week later | Clean-up, reporting to Guinness, media release |
♻️ Environmental & Social Impact
Zero plastic & waste policy
Reusable water bottles & compostable meals
Rural rugby promotion via post-event kit donations
Community stalls for local food and crafts
💰 Budget Estimate (USD)
We are committed to working within a flexible cost model that ensures mutual benefit.
| Item | Approx. Cost |
|---|---|
| Transport & Lodging | $22,000 |
| Equipment (balls, bibs, markers) | $10,000 |
| Training & Camps | $8,000 |
| Food & Water | $10,000 |
| Documentation (drone, video, staff) | $6,000 |
| Medical & Safety | $5,000 |
| Media & Outreach | $7,000 |
| Total | $68,000 |
🏆 Expected Outcomes
Official Guinness World Record achieved
National & global media coverage
Boost in youth rugby participation in Nepal
Strengthened school & district rugby networks
Annual high-altitude rugby events as legacy
🤝 Lead Organizer
Everest Sports Management
In coordination with:
- Nepal rugby association
- Ministry of Youth and Sports
Local municipalities and provincial education offices
NGOs & rugby federations from Asia/Oceania
Guinness World Records (official observer team)
altitude goal
high altitude most participatns
DAte
[Suggest. May 2026 or October 2026]
Participants
500+ players (Nepal +International
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