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https://www.greenberetfitness.com/event-details/virginia-beast-2026Time & Location
Nov 06, 2026, 7:00 PM – Nov 08, 2026, 6:00 AM
Virginia Beach, 1964 Fisher Arch, Virginia Beach, VA 23456, USA
About the Event
VIRGINIA BEAST
Date: 6–8 November 2026
Location: Based out of LFT Gym, Virginia Beach, VA
Distance: Multiple events, distances vary
Load: Competitors must be prepared to carry 40 lbs, 50 lbs, and 80 lbs in their ruck
Situation
The commandos, formed in 1940, were the original hybrid athletes, trained to move fast, fight hard, and endure whatever terrain or task came their way. Operation VIRGINIA BEAST carries that legacy forward.
This is GBF’s flagship hybrid competition, rooted in military realism and endurance. Hosted at LFT Gym and along the Virginia Beach coast, the Beast runs across a full weekend and fuses strength, endurance, and grit. Unlike traditional gym contests, the Beast draws directly from authentic military tasks: ruck marches, deadlifts, rope climbs, beach PT, heavy carries, and more.
An initial round of applications has been reviewed. We are now moving into the next phase and opening the remaining positions to the public. The standards do not change. The cap does not change. The expectation does not change.
Mission
Competitors will complete 8+ events across two days, including but not limited to: deadlift, ruck, run, rope climb, and beach evolutions. Additional events will be revealed over the coming months.
Field is capped at 30 total competitors.
Prizes will be awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place male and female finishers, with cash awards of $500, $350, and $200 respectively. Support provided by Born Primitive, Ruck Sox, Frontline Athletic, Soldier Fuel, and more.
Execution
Brief / Weigh-In: 1900 hrs Friday, 6 November 2026 at LFT Gym, Virginia Beach
Start: Saturday morning, 7 November 2026
Finish: Sunday, 8 November 2026 at 1700 hrs
Format: Multi-event hybrid competition, military-task inspired. Weight standards equal for male and female.
Service Support
Load: Competitors must have the ability to make 40 lbs, 50 lbs, and 80 lbs in their ruck.
Water: Carry sufficient hydration for all events. Water provided at central locations.
Rations: Competitors responsible for own nutrition during the weekend.
Medical: Personal medical kit required. GBF staff reserve the right to withdraw unfit candidates.
Equipment: Standard GBF kit list applies. Event-specific equipment will be provided.
Admin
Accommodation: Competitors must arrange their own lodging. Expect activities running late into the evenings and early mornings.
Teams: Individual competition only.
Numbers: Maximum 30 (15 males, 15 females), application only.
Entry: $299
Refunds: Voucher only. No refunds within 90 days of event.
Event Changes: Schedule, events, prizes and timings subject to adjustment at staff discretion.
Contact: [email protected]
Entry
Early commitment means lower cost, stronger focus, and a guaranteed place on the team.
Sign up. Commit. Train. Earn it.
Pricing Schedule:
Early Warning Price $299
May 26 – $330
Jun 26 – $365
Jul 26 – $400
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Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States
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