Western Kentucky University ROTC Outdoor Training With MoveStrong

MoveStrong had the opportunity to work closley with the ROTC program at Western Kentucky University in creating a new outdoor training facility for its cadets and trainees. Much attention was given to evaluate the availability of outdoor space in creating a layout that included specific training equipment to be customized for the University and their ROTC physical fitness programs.


The Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) is a group of university and college training programs for preparing to enter the United States Armed Forces. Part of that training is developing the mental and physical fitness abilities and preparation for the challenges that cadets will undergo in their military training and career. Having access to outdoor training equipment that replicates the military physical testing and challenges that are faced are and import part of ROTC trainees in military preparation.

ROTC Training Layout


MoveStrong FitGround and MoveStrong OC products were used in creating the specific training needs for the ROTC program. As well as some custom-made pieces.

Custom Design Outdoor Training Equipment

20’ Cargo Net and Rope Climb

Some custom equipment was needed in order to facilitate the training for the ROTC program. A 20 foot rope climb and cargo net station was designed to be installed as part of the outdoor layout and training equipment. Choose between all Climbing Ropes or a combination of Cargo Net and Rope Climbs. Bell ring option at top for users to notify others once the top has been reached! Quality MADE IN USA built for year around outdoor use.

Functional Training Post

An additional single post functional training station to accommodate battle ropes and medicine ball targets.

20’ Horizontal Rope Climb

MoveStrong obstacle course product line offers a 20 foot horizontal rope climb station. In addition to two door 20 foot horizontal roots stretched between upright post pull ours at each and provide more bodyweight training options. The horizontal rope climb is a staple for military training and part of many obstacle courses.

Custom Pull-up Station and Overhead Ladder Bars

MoveStrong customized the T-Rex FTS to accommodate overhead ladder bars needed for military and ROTC training. In addition the bridges were customize with pull up bars, cliffhanger grips, and Globe grips, to give more challenging overhead pulling and body weight exercises while improving grip strength.

A 4-station Pull-up Bar System was created to align with the Army Combat Fitness Testing (ACFT) needs for pull-up and leg tuck test.


About Western Kentucky Universiy ROTC:

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For the last 100 years, Hilltopper Army ROTC at Western Kentucky University has transformed hundreds of college students into leaders of character for our Army and our nation.

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Professor of Military Science and Leadership

- www.https://www.wku.edu/rotc/