What exactly is a ropes course?
The USU Ropes Course (also called a challenge course, confidence course, or COPE course) can be summed in three parts: initiative games, low elements, and high course elements. Initiative games are problem-solving activities located on the ground. They require brainstorming, problem solving and teamwork. Low course elements are from ground level up to 4’ off the ground and can be more physically challenging. The low elements require communication, trust, group effort, and cooperation. High course elements range from 15′-50′ off of the ground and are considered high adventure activities. The high elements focus more on individual accomplishments that require team support. All high elements require participants to wear harnesses and helmets.
