All Challengers must Check-In Race Day in order to be assigned a wave. Challengers will be given a wristband coordinated to their wave.

All Challengers need a wave wristband and timing bib on the front center of their bodies in order to start.

#1 - Row Challenge

1,000 m Erg Machine Row

Begin at the start line, Travel around the Finish Tower, Mount Row Machine, Row 1,000 m

#2 - Body Weight Challenge

Begin with 100 ft travel, 2 Reverse Lunges at midway cones

20 Squat jacks, 20 Plank Toe Touches (Travel with 2 Reverse Lunges at midway cones)

18 Squat jacks, 18 Plank Toe Touches (Travel with 2 Reverse Lunges at midway cones)

16 Squat jacks, 16 Plank Toe Touches (Travel with 2 Reverse Lunges at midway cones)

14 Squat jacks, 14 Plank Toe Touches (Travel with 2 Reverse Lunges at midway cones)

12 Squat jacks, 12 Plank Toe Touches (Travel with 2 Reverse Lunges at midway cones)

Exit and travel to next Challenge

#3 - Ruck Sack Challenge

Begin with Rucksack Carry for the 100 ft travel (20 Rucksack Rows, 10 Rucksack Thrusters)
Rucksack Carry across field (18 Rucksack Rows, 8 Rucksack Thrusters)
Rucksack Carry across field (16 Rucksack Rows, 6 Rucksack Thrusters)
Rucksack Carry across field (14 Rucksack Rows, 4 Rucksack Thrusters)
Rucksack Carry across field (12 Rucksack Rows, 2 Rucksack Thrusters)
Rucksack Carry across field

Drop off Rucksack and travel to next challenge

#4 - Sandbell Challenge

(Women 15 lbs, Men 25 lbs)

Begin with Sandbell Toss and Frog Jumps for the 100 ft travel

2 Ground to Overhead, 2 Pushup Bag Flips

4 Ground to Overhead, 4 Pushup Bag Flips

6 Ground to Overhead, 6 Pushup Bag Flips

8 Ground to Overhead, 8 Pushup Bag Flips

10 Ground to Overhead, 10 Pushup Bag Flips

Sandbell Toss and Frog Jumps across the field

10 Ground to Overhead, 10 Pushup Bag Flips

8 Ground to Overhead, 8 Pushup Bag Flips

6 Ground to Overhead, 6 Pushup Bag Flips

4 Ground to Overhead, 4 Pushup Bag Flips

2 Ground to Overhead, 2 Pushup Bag Flips

Exit and travel to Finish Line

1 Island, 3 Races, Endless Challenges

Challengers who complete Beat the Heat, Gobble Gauntlet, and Escape the Island qualify for the Island Challenge Championship Series

Beat the Heat - Aug 27, 2022 l Gobble Gauntlet - Nov 25, 2022 l Escape the Island - Mar 19, 2023

Escape the Island 2023

March 19, 2023

Camp Gladiator presents

- Escape the Island -

Season 1 Finale of the Island Challenge Series Sarasota!

- Elements of Beat the Heat and Gobble Gauntlet meet up with brand new challenges -

Championship Challengers will be competing for Awards and Prizes presented on Race Day.

Camp Gladiator Island Challenge

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of race is this event?

This is a Fitness Race. A chip timed race with exercise challenges along the route.

How long is the race distance?

Approximately 1 mile, with 4 Challenge Stations

How do I join my Gym's Team?

The 4th section on your registration page is TEAMS.

Click Yes, add this registrant to a team created by someone else, use the drop down menu and select your team.

What should I do/bring to be successful?

Athlete Hydration and Cooling Materials, Arrive early and get yourself properly warmed up for a hard workout. Make a hydration plan the week and days prior to Aug 27th to prevent heat exhaustion symptoms during the event.

Packet Pickup Information

Where TBA

When TBA

Can Someone else pick up for me? Yes, anyone can pick up a packet by providing the participant's registration confirmation #

Race Start Time

The opening announcements and 1st wave will be at 8:00 am

Waves will be loaded after Challenger Check-In. Waves released to the course every 15 mins

Parking Information

On the Finish Tower Island at Nathan Benderson Park, overflow parking near the playground at Nathan Benderson Park

Do I have to pay for parking?

No, Parking is open to the public and free for this event

Is there enough parking?

Yes, but feel free to save gas and carpool with your friends

Race Venue Information

Where are Bathrooms?

The bathrooms are at the foot of the Finish Tower on the lakeside

Water Stops on course?

Cold Water, towels, and aid will be available at the finish line for all Challengers

Are Strollers and Pets allowed On Course?

No strollers, children, or pets are allowed On Course, all are welcome to cheer on the challengers from spectating zones

Weather Information

Heat Warnings - Be aware of the weather conditions and expect to exert yourself in the weather for a few hours

Safety Suggestions - Hydrate ahead of the event, bring cooling measures for yourself before and after the race

Vendor Information

What time can Vendor's set up? Vendors must be set up by 7:30 am

What time does the park open? TBA