About Us
About Us
What is Tug of War?
Tug of War is a strength-based team sport where two teams of eight pull on opposite ends of a rope. The goal is to pull the opposing team 4 meters. The sport is governed by TWIF under the IOC, following all its rules and regulations. Tug of War is part of the World Games and there is great interest in bringing it back to the Olympic Games.
Club History
We are a newly founded team built on international competition experience. In 2023 and 2024, we began raising awareness of the sport in pilot events, until we decided to establish an official club. Athletes from Rakovník have been competing in this sport for several years — since 2022, they have represented the Czech Republic at international events such as European and World Championships.
Training
Come try it out — no matter your weight, height, or experience. Tug of War is a sport for everyone!
When
Monday and Wednesday from 18:45, Saturday from 10:00
Where
Sports field behind the 3rd Elementary School
We have a cabin on site as our base
Join Us!
We are looking for new members — men and women of all weight categories. Tug of War is a team sport where there is a place for everyone. All you need is the will to compete and we will teach you the rest.
Get in touchOur Goals
Our goal is to create the best conditions for our sport and bring recognition to our city both in the Czech Republic and abroad. We plan to grow our team by at least 10 new members in the coming year.
Key Members
Kristýna Zemanová
Chairwoman & Co-founder
First lady of the club, chairwoman and co-founder. Pulls in the MIX 560-600 category, preferring positions 1 and 7.
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Petr Popelka
Head Coach & Co-founder
Main initiator behind the founding of the official TOW club in Rakovník, co-founder and board member. He got into the sport years ago in Prague and has competed at three World Championships in the Czech national team jersey. Actively pulls in MIX 560-600 and Men 600-700, preferring positions 4 and 7. Also serves as head coach of our team.
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Adam Urban
Co-founder & Youth Coach
Co-founder and board member. He embraced this sport from the very first moment, understood its philosophy and found in it an excellent harmony with his other sport — hockey. Pulls in MIX 560-600 and Men 600-700, specializing in the anchor position. Also one of our youth coaches.
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