The OPTympics aim to assess the varied skills of opticians through a series of challenges. Each event is carefully designed to test different key skills, encompassing both the practical and theoretical knowledge essential to the profession. Participants will demonstrate their expertise through these targeted competitions, reflecting their in-depth understanding and ability in the field of optics.

The OPTympics at SILMO Paris!

A fun and engaging competition, the OPTympics celebrated the intersection of sporting spirit and the fascinating world of optics. Just like athletes pushing their limits, opticians constantly refine their skills with passion, creativity and expertise.

A challenge for opticians

The OPTympics were designed to test both the practical and theoretical skills of opticians. Participants faced a series of challenges, each focusing on a specific aspect of their profession—from lens evaluation to frame measurement, all the way to assembly. These challenges not only put their technical knowledge to the test, but also created entertaining and interactive moments. Opticians were welcome to take part in the challenges as many times as they wished throughout the show. Each participant registered individually and contributed to a final country ranking—see the results below!

In collaboration with Radioottica, Nico Caradonna & Behind My Glasses

The OPTympics at SILMO Paris 2024

Graph of the points per nation in the first challenge of the OPTympics

Lens identification

This test challenged participants to correctly identify the specifications of different lenses, including:

  • Type (positive or negative)
  • Presence of cylinder
  • Spherical equivalent
  • Index
  • Progressive

Frames size

This test challenged participants to correctly identify the specifications of different frames, including:

  • Calibre
  • Bridge size
  • Temple length
Graph of the points per nation in the second challenge of the OPTympics
Graph of the points per nation in the third challenge of the OPTympics

Frames assembly

This test challenged participants to assemble and disassemble a frame in the shortest possible time.

Corneal map

This test challenged participants to correctly identify the specifications of different corneal maps, including:

  • Rule astigmatism
  • Anti-rule astigmatism
  • Oblique astigmatism
  • Orthokeratology
  • Keratoconus
Graph of the points per nation in the fourth challenge of the OPTympics
Graph of the points per nation in the fifth challenge of the OPTympics

Centering

This test challenged participants to imagine centring a lens... by throwing a dart!