Founded in Glasgow in 2023, The Gauntlet was born out of a desire to do something different. The founders felt existing hybrid races weren’t serving the wider fitness community – most followed the same run, station, run, station formula with running always taking centre stage. They wanted to build something where the stations carried equal importance, where the ergs, the sleds, and the functional movements weren’t just obstacles between runs – they were the race.

Since then it has grown rapidly, expanding across the UK and welcoming competitors from all over. Built around inclusivity and community, with no time restrictions, participants are encouraged to take on the challenge at their own pace – supported by fellow competitors, volunteers, and spectators every step of the way.