Mountaineer 5K

What is the Mountaineer 5k?

• Overview: The Mountaineer 5k is a 5-kilometer race organized by the Summit Academy Parent Teacher Organization.
• Participants: We welcome runners, walkers, and strollers, but no pets allowed.
• Purpose: The race benefits Summit Academy Mountaineers and aims to raise health and fitness awareness.
• Opportunity: This is a great opportunity to start or continue your wellness journey!

Registration Cost:

• Early Registration: Now - January 18, 2026 = $25.00
• Regular Registration: January 19, 2026 - February 18, 2026 = $35.00
• Late Registration: February 19, 2026 - March 18, 2026 = $45.00
• Final Registration: March 19, 2026 - March 28, 2026 = $50.00

What is included in your registration?

• Medal: An awesome finishers medal
• T-Shirt: Cool t-shirt (to be guaranteed a shirt and medal please register by February 28th)
• Water Stations: Water stations along the course
• Awards: Overall and Age Group Awards custom made by students in the Dobson High School Ceramics Department: Awards Ceremony will begin at 9am.

The Course:

• Start Location: We will start at the Summit Academy Junior High Track.
• Course Design: Run one loop around the track then onto the canal.
• Majority: The majority of the race will be on the canal.
• Finish: Finishing at the Junior High Track.

Packet Pick up:

• Option 1: Friday 3/27 2:30pm-5pm Packet Pick up in front of Summit Academy Junior High, 1550 W Summit Place, Chandler, AZ.
• Option 2: Habit Burger 3/27 5pm-7pm Packet pick up, grab your bib number and get in your protein and carbs! Habit Burger, 1817 E Guadalupe Rd #102, Tempe, AZ 85283.
• Race Day Pickup: Packet pick-up will be available on the morning of 3/28 starting at 6:30am.

Race Day Information:

• Devices: No roller blades, skateboards, or motorized devices are allowed on the run or walk courses.
• Weather Policy: We run rain or shine. There are no refunds or transfers due to weather.
• Start Time: We will be starting promptly at 8am.
• Parking: Park in the Desert Oasis parking lot, Summit Academy parking lot, or on the street where parking is permitted.

Sponsors:

• Gratitude: We would like to thank our amazing and generous sponsors for contributing to our amazing Summit Academy Students.

For More Information:

• Race Link: Visit here for registration and additional details.