2026 DEKA World Championship

Texas-sized grit meets global competition at the 2026 DEKA World Championship in Fort Worth.

This four-day event features record-breaking championship action along with opportunities for the local community to come out and compete, all amidst the historic charm of the legendary Stockyards.

The Weekend Lineup:

INVITE-ONLY WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP EVENTS

Thursday, December 10 | DEKA FIT World Championship (Individual Elite & Age Group, Ruck, 2-Person Teams, 4-Person Teams)

Friday, December 11 | DEKA MILE World Championship (Individual Elite & Age Group, Ruck, 2-Person Teams)

Saturday, December 12| DEKA STRONG World Championship (Individual Elite & Age Group, Ruck, 2-Person Teams)

OPEN-TO-THE PUBLIC DEKA STRONG EVENTS

Saturday Night, Dec 12 | The Hoedown Throwdown: Once the championship athletes wrap, the lights dim, the music cranks up, and the ultimate Western fitness after-party begins. Grab a partner, throw on your best Western gear, and tackle an epic DEKA STRONG 2-Person Teams showdown.

Sunday, Dec 13 | Age Group Individual & 2-Person Team Heats: The momentum continues. Step onto the main stage for the official open DEKA STRONG Individual and Team heats.

DEKA STRONG features the 10 signature DEKA fitness zones with no running. For beginners and elites alike, DEKA STRONG is the perfect way into fitness racing. Cross the finish line and receive an exclusive DEKA World Championship shirt and medal, and possibly qualify for the 2027 DEKA STRONG World Championship.

Are you ready to make history in the Stockyards?