22nd Annual Muster 5K Beach and Fitness Challenge

NEW THIS YEAR WE WILL BE ADDING A FITNESS CHALLENGE!

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FITNESS CHALLENGE INFORMATION

For the 22nd Annual Muster Beach 5K Run Beach Challenge, you will run or walk one of the most beautiful beaches on Florida’s east coast–on the sacred ground where the forerunners to today’s Navy SEALs trained for the beaches of Normandy. The 3.1-mile out-and-back beach course will start and finish on Navy SEAL Museum property on the north lawn at the Mark V Special Operations Craft. Come test your mettle on our beach course before finishing back at the Navy SEAL Museum. *PLEASE NOTE: 5K SHIRTS ARE ONLY AVAILABLE IF YOU REGISTER BY OCTOBER 14.*

The Museum tells the story of Naval Special Warfare from the very beaches where it was born. The deeds and actions of the predecessors of today’s Navy SEALs established the benchmarks against which military Special Operations are measured today. From the coastline of Fort Pierce where the Navy SEAL Museum stands today, Naval Special Warfare produced tightly knit groups of men who trained for war and took their skillset and determination around the world with one goal in mind: “Win at any cost.” They cleared the way for others to follow, doing so for the love of their teammates and their country. Today’s SEALs continue keeping constant vigil around the globe to secure our freedom.

Join us for the 22nd Annual Muster 5K Beach Challenge. The race will begin at 8 AM on November 7. We encourage you to show your love for country by wearing your most patriotic athletic gear in honor and support of our veterans everywhere. We also love to see our participants in previous and vintage Muster race shirts! *PLEASE NOTE: 5K SHIRTS ARE ONLY AVAILABLE IF YOU REGISTER BY OCTOBER 14.*

Awards will be assigned to the Overall Male and Overall Female, Overall Masters Male and Overall Masters Female.

Age Group awards (Male/Female) are assigned 1st through 3rd in each Age Group of 10 and Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85-89, 90+.

Early Registration $25
Beginning Friday, August 7, 2026 through Friday, August 14, 2026

Standard Registration $35
Beginning Saturday, August 15, 2026 through Friday, November 6, 2026

Race Day Registration, November 7 - $40

Active duty military and first responders are $25 with identification. 

Pre-race Packet Pick Up will be Friday, November 6, from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at the Museum. You may also pick up your bib the morning of the event between 6:00 AM and 7:30 AM at the tent on the north side of the Museum.  

The race begins promptly at 8:00 AM on Museum property on the north lawn.

Race day registration and number pickup will close promptly at 7:30 AM.

All runners must be at the start NO LATER than 7:45 AM.  

Participants must park on the west side of A1A; there is no parking allowed in the Museum’s parking lot on race day.

Secure your place in this tradition and choose your shirt size while inventory lasts!  Race shirts are not guaranteed to those who sign up after Wednesday, October 14, 2026.

We express our ongoing gratitude to our beach lifeguards for their provision of safety and support of our participants.

Many thanks to our sponsors who make this event possible. 

Per county rules and regulations, dogs are not allowed on the beach. We regret that you cannot run with your dog on the beach for this event and apologize for any inconvenience.  Due to the presence of military working dogs, outside animals are not permitted on Museum grounds, with the sole exception of documented service animals. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

PLEASE NOTE: 5K SHIRTS ARE ONLY AVAILABLE IF YOU REGISTER BY OCTOBER 14.

 

 

In Partnership with HEW Fitness

 

Saturday, November 7, 2026
4 Person Teams (any combination of male/female)

HEATS start at 9:00 AM.  Last HEAT 11:40 AM

Test your fitness—on the historic and hallowed ground where the forerunners of today’s Navy SEALs trained for the beaches of Normandy.

The 60-to-90-minute course begins and finishes on Navy SEAL Museum property on the north lawn near the Mark V Special Operations Craft. Come test your mettle on this unique beach course and be part of a longstanding Muster tradition at the Navy SEAL Museum.  Fitness Challenge will include sandbags, medicine balls, pull-ups, push-ups, swimming, running and a few surprises along the way.  

NOTE:  The Fitness Challenge is for FUN.  No awards will be presented.  Only acknowledgement for completing.  Challenge stations will accommodate ALL levels.  YOU choose your HARD.  

Specific Challenge details will be released Friday October 16th.  

Recommended minimum fitness standards/skills:

·         Any form of a Push-up

·         Sit-ups

·         Light weight Walking Lunges

·         Kettlebell Swings

·         Wall Ball Shots

·         Run/Walk

·         Swim (2 per Team)

·         Pull-up (scaling with band or box optional)

Where Naval Special Warfare Began

The Museum tells the story of Naval Special Warfare from the very beaches where it was born. The deeds and actions of the predecessors of today’s Navy SEALs established benchmarks against which military Special Operations continue to be measured.

Along the coastline of Fort Pierce, where the Navy SEAL Museum stands today, tightly knit groups of men trained for war before taking their skills, courage, and determination around the world with one goal in mind: “Win at any cost.”

They cleared the way for others to follow, driven by devotion to their teammates and their country. Today’s Navy SEALs continue that legacy, keeping constant vigil around the globe in defense of our freedom.

Join The Navy SEAL Museum for the Fitness Challenge

The event begins at 9:00 AM on Saturday, November 7. We invite you to show your patriotic spirit by wearing your favorite red, white, and blue athletic gear in honor and support of our veterans. 

Registration

Early Registration – $300 per Team ($75 per person)
Friday, August 31 through Friday, September 18, 2026

Standard Registration – $360 per Team ($90 per person)
Saturday, September 19 through Friday, October 23, 2026

No Challenge Day Registration 

 

Race Packet Pickup

Pre-race packet pickup will be available Friday, November 6, from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at the Museum or on race morning at the tent on the north side of the museum.  

Event Day Information

The challenge begins promptly at your HEAT Time.  Heats will be assigned 1 week prior to the event.  Heat start times will be between 9:00 AM and 11:40 AM on the Museum’s north lawn.  We ask all participants to be at the starting area and ready by 15 minutes prior to their HEAT time. 

Participant parking will be available on the west side of A1A. To accommodate event operations and ensure participant safety, the Museum parking lot will not be available for participant parking that morning. We appreciate your cooperation and encourage everyone to allow a little extra time for parking and arrival.

Challenge Shirts - Register early to secure your place in this Muster tradition and select your preferred shirt size. Participants who register by Wednesday, October 14, 2026, will be guaranteed an official Fitness Challenge shirt. After that date, shirts and sizes will be available only while supplies last.

Beach and Museum Grounds

We extend our sincere gratitude to our beach lifeguards for helping provide a safe and enjoyable race experience for all participants. In accordance with county beach regulations, dogs are not permitted on the beach during the event. We appreciate your understanding. Because military working dogs will also be present as part of Muster activities, we ask that personal pets remain at home and not be brought onto Museum grounds. Documented service animals are welcome in accordance with applicable requirements. Thank you for helping us maintain a safe environment for all.

Sponsors

Many thanks to our generous sponsors whose support makes the Navy SEAL Museum Fitness Challenge possible.

With gratitude to HEW Fitness for forging this event.

https://hewfitness.com

22nd Annual Muster 5K Beach Challenge: T-Shirt

22nd Annual Muster 5K Beach Challenge (Active Military and First Responders): T-Shirt

NAVY SEAL MUSEUM FITNESS CHALLENGE (4 Person Teams): T-Shirt