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:

• Now - January 18, 2026: $25.00
• January 19, 2026 - February 18, 2026: $35.00
• February 19 - March 18, 2026: $45.00
• March 19 - March 28, 2026: $50.00

What is included in your registration?

• Medal: An Awesome finishers medal
• 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 that will be custom made by students in the Dobson High School Ceramics Department.

The Course:

• Start Point: We will start at the Summit Academy Junior High Track.
• Route: Run one loop around the track then onto the canal.
• Finish Point: The majority of the race will be on the canal and 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 enjoy your meal! Habit Burger 1817 E Guadalupe Rd #102, Tempe, AZ 85283.
• Morning Pick-up: Packet pick-up will also be available morning of 3/28 starting at 6:30am.

Race Day Information:

• Restrictions: 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 transfer 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:

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

More Information:

• Website: For more details, visit Mountaineer 5K.