Going for a World Record?
A guide to world records and record attempts: how records are verified, how to plan an attempt and the main types of records.
Setting a world record takes more than talent or nerve. It takes rules followed to the letter, independent witnesses and evidence that stands up to review. World Title Holders walks you through it, from idea to verified result.
Main types of record
Speed
Fastest time to complete a set task or distance.
Endurance
Longest time doing something without stopping.
Mass participation
Most people doing the same thing at once.
Size and scale
Largest, tallest or heaviest made object or collection.
Have a new idea? Read can I create a new record category?
What makes a record stick
Rules
Follow the current category guidelines exactly.
Witnesses
Independent people who observe and sign.
Evidence
Continuous video, measurements and a written log.
Questions people ask
- How are world records verified?
- What evidence does a record attempt need?
- Can I create a brand new record category?
Your planning guide
From idea to verified: planning a world record attempt. A timeline you can follow, from the first idea to the evidence pack you send for review.
Whether you are a school group chasing a mass participation record or one person with an unusual skill, the same basics apply: know the rules, prove every step, and leave nothing to memory.
A practical guide to world records: verification, planning, attempts