The following forms must be completed and brought to your test to participate in testing. There is no refund for a missed test or arriving without medical clearance from your physician.

The COPAT, POPAT, and PARE tests are maximal tests, designed to push individuals to their maximum exertion levels. Participants may experience rapid breathing, sweating, light-headedness, nausea, vomiting, and other symptoms. Your experience will be influenced by your physical fitness level prior to the test; individuals who are less physically fit are more likely to experience these symptoms.

Participants are not allowed to run through the test or observe the test before their scheduled time.

Demonstration Videos

We highly recommend watching the demonstration videos to prepare.

Personal Training

Regular cardiovascular and strength training are essential for preparation. Our trainers can create a custom plan based on your fitness level to help you achieve peak physical condition and prepare for your test. For more information about personal training, fill out a personal training consultation form or email Kyle at dunlopk4@macewan.ca

If you do not have a current workout routine, we suggest the following:

• Run 2-3 times a week.
• Perform narrow stance push-ups (3 sets of 10) or modified push-ups (3 sets of 15) every other day, up to three days before your test.

We recommend avoiding caffeine, tobacco, and large meals for at least two hours before the test. Additionally, do not exercise or consume alcohol within six hours prior to the test.

To pass the PARE test, the timed portion of the test must be completed within 4 minutes and 45 seconds, though some organizations may have stricter time limits.

The PARE test consists of the following components, completed in order:

1. Obstacle Course:
   Complete six laps that include:
   • A running jump over a 5 ft mat.
   • Two sets of running up and down stairs, touching at least one step on the way up, the top platform, and one step on the way down.
   • Jumping over two 18-inch high hurdles.
   • Vault jumps over a 3-ft high railing, landing on both feet, then falling alternately on the stomach (chest and hips on the ground) or back (shoulder blades on the ground) with each lap, and getting up without using hands.
2. Push/Pull Section:
   • Push a 70 lb weight stack and shuffle sideways through six 180° arcs (three in each direction), repeating any arc if the weight touches the base.
   • Lower the weight, move 2 feet away, and perform a controlled fall forward onto the chest, then stand up and touch the machine. Repeat by falling backward onto the back, standing up, and touching the machine.
   • Repeat this sequence once more, completing falls on both the chest and back.
   • Pull the 70 lb weight, shuffling right and left, completing six arcs (three in each direction). Repeat any arc if the weight touches the base. The participant can put the weight down at either end of the arc if necessary. This completes the timed portion of the test.
3. Torso Bag Carry:
   • Pick up and carry an 80 lb sandbag over a distance of 50 feet. Failing the weight-carry section results in failing PARE.

To receive a full refund, participants must cancel at least two business days before the test. Withdrawals made after this deadline will not be refunded or rescheduled, except in cases of an acute medical condition with a doctor’s note provided.

To cancel your test, email WelcomeDesk@MacEwan.ca (please include your name and test date) or call 780-497-5300 (option 2).