11-Year-Old Breaks World Record With 47 Splits in 60 Seconds

Imagine attempting a world record in front of your entire school. That's exactly what 11-year-old Chaz Wildon from South Africa did, nailing 47 splits in just 60 seconds to break the male world record.

It all started with a simple YouTube video. Chaz was watching super flexible Liberty Barros complete 42 splits in one minute with his cousin Charlene Wolf when inspiration struck.

"He immediately felt inspired and confident that he could do the same," his mom Ariena recalls. "Right there on the spot, he tried it himself and impressively matched her total of 42 splits."

But Chaz didn't stop there. He set his sights on the official male record of 46 splits, held by Muhammad Tahir from Pakistan, and got serious about training.

For eight months, Chaz practiced consistently to improve his speed, technique, and endurance. His year of acrobatic dance training gave him a solid foundation in flexibility, strength, and coordination.

In October 2025, the big day arrived. Chaz took the stage at his school with all his classmates watching, ready to make history.

The result? An incredible 47 splits, officially breaking the world record.

"It took a moment for it to sink in, as he could hardly believe that he had actually achieved something so remarkable," Ariena shared. The now 12-year-old seventh grader was thrilled and overwhelmed with excitement.

Why This Inspires

Chaz's journey shows what happens when you combine inspiration with dedication. He didn't just watch someone succeed and dream about it. He tried it immediately, set a clear goal, and committed to months of hard work to achieve it.

His story proves that age doesn't limit what you can accomplish. With consistent effort and determination, even an 11-year-old can become a world record holder.

And Chaz isn't done yet. He's already eyeing his next record-breaking attempt, showing that one achievement often opens the door to more possibilities.

Who knows, maybe his story will inspire the next generation of record breakers, just like Liberty Barros inspired him.