The ultimate test of fitness: Three days of DEKA FIT, MILE, and STRONG world championships clash in sunny Florida.
Spartan, the world’s leading endurance and extreme wellness brand, is proud to announce that the 2025 DEKA World Championships will descend upon Fort Lauderdale, Florida, from December 5-7, 2025. The biggest event in hybrid fitness racing, this three-day, invite-only competition will crown the world’s fittest athletes across the DEKA FIT, DEKA MILE, and DEKA STRONG arenas.
The state-of-the-art Broward County Convention Center, situated on the stunning Fort Lauderdale waterfront, will become the ultimate proving ground for those who have spent the entire 2025 season qualifying for their place on the starting line. This is the global pinnacle of the DEKA movement-a standardized, gamified, and tracked fitness decathlon that tests strength, endurance, and mental toughness. Athletes who race here represent the very best of their divisions, having earned their marks against thousands worldwide.
The Championship weekend is structured as an epic trilogy of physical competition:
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Friday, December 5: DEKA FIT World Championship (5K running combined with 10 functional fitness zones).
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Saturday, December 6: DEKA MILE World Championship (1-mile total running combined with 10 functional fitness zones).
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Sunday, December 7: DEKA STRONG World Championship (10 functional fitness zones, testing pure functional strength).
Elite champions across all three disciplines-Male, Female, and Teams-will compete for significant cash prizes and coveted championship hardware. Beyond the elite field, Age Group and Ruck athletes will also compete for global recognition, celebrating the transformation and commitment of the entire DEKA community. The surrounding environment of sun-kissed beaches and world-class hospitality ensures an incredible experience for competitors and spectators alike.
Join in Fort Lauderdale to witness the power, speed, and endurance of the world’s most well-rounded athletes as they fight for the title of DEKA World Champion.
For more information and to secure your place visit https://race.spartan.com/en/