Desert City Classic

The Ascent isn’t about proving who we are. It’s about discovering what we are capable of.

This season is all about discovering who we are in the midst of adversity, and pushing through the pain, frustration, doubts, and fears to become the best version of ourselves.

The Desert City Online Qualifier doesn’t just test us - it elevates!

Registration and Submission window closes on June 28th.

🔗 in the Desert City Classic bio.

THE ASCENT BEGINS NOW

The 2026 Desert City Online Qualifier is officially live. The route is set, the climb has begun, and every step forward must be earned. You have until June 28 at midnight to make your ascent, conquer the workouts, and prove you belong at the Classic.

There are no shortcuts to the summit. Just grit, discipline, and the willingness to keep climbing when the path gets steep.

Please refer to Competition Corner for all movement standards, weights, and division specific variations.

The 2026 Desert City Classic presented by 5.11

The Ascent kicks off tomorrow, June 18 - 28 at 5:00am MST with the Desert City Online Qualifier programmed by Scott Panchik

Here’s what you need to know to begin The Ascent:

Divisions:
🌵 Individual: Elite, RX, Intermediate, Masters (35-55+)
🌵 3 Person Same-Sex Teams: RX, Intermediate, Masters (35+ / 115)
🌵 2 Person Co-Ed Teams: RX, Intermediate, Masters (35+)
🌵 2 Person Open Community Teams: M/M, F/F, M/F (No Qualifier)

Basic Info:
🏜️ Registration / Workout Submission Deadline: June 28 11:59pm MST
🏜️ Team Structure: Individual Submission - Combined Scores.
🏜️ Equipment Needs: Pull-up bar, Gymnastic Rings, Barbell / Bumper Plates, Collars, Rower, Jump Rope, Dumbbells, Standard Box, Bench, 25 ft floor space, wall space, med ball (20/14 lbs).

Registration and FAQ 🔗in the Desert City Classic bio.

Less than 48 hours…🫣

Who’s pumped for Qualifier Week? What movements are you hoping to see?

Tag a friend who’s not ready for Thursday? 😂

When you realize it’s qualifier workout announcement week (a mouthful we know) 🤪

📸: Holly Gneck | Performance Brand Content | AZ

2026 Desert City Classic - The Ascent
Presented by 5.11

Online Qualifier: June 18-28
In-Person Competition: October 23-25 in Tempe, AZ

Divisions Include:
🌵 Individual: Elite, RX, Intermediate, Masters (35-55+)
🌵 3 Person Same-Sex Teams: RX, Intermediate, Masters
🌵 2 Person Co-Ed Teams: RX, Intermediate, Masters
🌵 2 Person Open Community Teams (no qualifier)

Test your fitness in the desert programmed by Scott Panchik

Register today - Link in the Desert City Classic bio