UF PRO Striker Challenge
2026
Set in the Slovenian Alps, the UF PRO Striker Challenge challenges where limits are usually drawn. Across 19 military-inspired obstacles and a demanding course, success depends on judgment, consistency, and the ability to stay effective when fatigue sets in.
Standard Price: €110*
*Law Enforcement / Military / First Responders: €90 (code: ACTIVEDUTY)
To qualify for a discount you have to be an active or former service member. At event registration, a valid document will be checked.
REGISTRATIONS ARE CLOSED
Registration for Striker Challenge 2026 is now closed.
Event details
Location
Pokljuka Plateau, Slovenia
Srednja vas v Bohinju 165a, 4247 Zgornje Gorje
Date
September 12, 2026
Length
15 km
Obstacles
19 military-inspired challenges
Timeline
| 08.00+ | Registration and changing room |
| 09.15 | Group photo – Striker Junior Challenge |
| 09.30–10.30 | Start – Striker Junior Challenge |
| 10.10–10.20 | Team briefing – team leaders |
| 10.20 | Group photo – Striker Challenge |
| 10.30+ |
Start – Striker Challenge
|
| 11.00–18.00 | Food and drinks |
| 13.00–14.00 | Final participants finish |
| 15.00–16.00 | Awards Ceremony | Prize Draw Among All Participants | Group Photo |
| 16.00–18.00 | Socialising |
The Challenge
The Striker Challenge unfolds across a demanding 15 km course set in alpine terrain, combining sustained running with 19 military-inspired obstacles. Carries, crawls, technical tasks, and physical problem-solving are integrated throughout the route, designed to break rhythm and force constant adaptation.
You are ranked not just by time, but by execution.
Every obstacle matters. Skip one, and everyone who completes it ranks ahead of you, no matter how fast you run.
This is deliberate. Execution comes first.
Get your training plan
This year we worked with coach Andraž Teran to build something different. A 10-week program designed around the actual demands of the Striker Challenge — strength, endurance, and obstacle preparation in one plan.
To get your program, take the 2-minute assessment first. It places you into Level B or Level C based on your current fitness and training background. Your plan lands in your inbox immediately after.
This year we worked with coach Andraž Teran to build something different. A 10-week program designed around the actual demands of the Striker Challenge — strength, endurance, and obstacle preparation in one plan.
To get your program, take the 2-minute assessment first. It places you into Level B or Level C based on your current fitness and training background. Your plan lands in your inbox immediately after.
What is in the program?
Four or five sessions a week. Every Saturday is an obstacle deep-dive — course obstacles trained under fatigue, the way you'll meet them on race day.
Level B athletes start with a five-week development block and receive Level C automatically on 8 August — ten weeks total before race day. Level C athletes start at competition intensity immediately.
Categories
Categories
Competitors can apply in one of the following categories (18+):
- Male
- Female
- Team Challenge (3 competitors, mixed gender allowed)
Teams face the same 19 obstacles, modified to demand coordination, shared effort, and communication.
Each team will carry a Striker Challenge Baton from start to finish—failure to do so means disqualification.
Cooperation is allowed only within teams.
Individual competitors compete alone.
Classification and Scoring
Final rankings (individual and team) are determined by:
- Number of obstacles successfully completed
- Total course time
Priority always goes to obstacle completion. Time matters, but only after execution.
Final rankings (individual and team) are determined by:
- Number of obstacles successfully completed
- Total course time
Priority always goes to obstacle completion. Time matters, but only after execution.
Classification and Scoring
Classification and Scoring
Every registered participant receives a limited-edition Striker Challenge 2026 goodie bag, including an official UF PRO T-shirt, event patch and wristband, a branded surprise item, and a meal and drink voucher.
Top three finishers in each category will be awarded UF PRO gear vouchers, redeemable at the official UF PRO store, with a total prize pool value of €10,000:
- Male: €1,500 / €1,000 / €500
- Female: €1,500 / €1,000 / €500
- Team: €2,000 / €1,250 / €750
VIDEO: Striker Challenge 2025 Recap
More than 160 participants from 16 countries registered to take on a 20-kilometre alpine course with 19 obstacles designed to test endurance, focus, and resilience. Watch the key moments and highlights from the event.
Standard Price: €110*
*Law Enforcement / Military / First Responders: €90 (code: ACTIVEDUTY)
To qualify for a discount you have to be an active or former service member. At event registration, a valid document will be checked.
REGISTRATIONS ARE CLOSED
Registration for Striker Challenge 2026 is now closed.
Striker Junior Challenge 2026
Striker Junior Challenge 2026
The Striker Challenge also makes room for the next generation. Children aged 6 to 12 can take part in a 1 km course with age-appropriate obstacles, designed as a fun, non-competitive experience without timing or rankings. Children under the age of 6 may also participate when accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
Participation in the Striker Junior Challenge is free of charge, but registration is required. You can register your child by clicking the button bellow. Every child is rewarded with a gift bag after crossing the finish line.
Timeline
| 08.00+ | Registration and changing room |
| 09.15 | Group photo – Striker Junior Challenge |
| 09.30–10.30 | Start – Striker Junior Challenge |
| 11.00 | Food and drinks |
Drop-off and pick-up
Parents or legal guardians who are not participating in the Striker Junior Challenge hand their child over in the start area shortly before the start. After the challenge, they collect their child in the designated finish area. The entire challenge course can be seen from the finish arena.
Identification at check-in
The person who registered the child must bring a valid ID. If someone else is accompanying or collecting the child, they must have a valid ID or written authorisation from the person who registered the child.
Dress for changing weather
Weather conditions at Pokljuka can change quickly, so we recommend layered clothing. Choose clothing you won’t mind getting dirty or damaged. Spare clothes and footwear are essential. We also strongly recommend bringing a large towel and a bag for wet and dirty clothes after the event.
After the finish
Crossing the finish line isn’t the end of the day. Stick around for post-race hangout—connect with fellow participants, swap stories, decompress, and enjoy some well-earned food and downtime.
You came for the challenge. You’ll stay for the community.
Crossing the finish line isn’t the end of the day. Stick around for post-race hangout—connect with fellow participants, swap stories, decompress, and enjoy some well-earned food and downtime.
You came for the challenge. You’ll stay for the community.
The Location
The Location
Surrounded by Slovenia’s alpine forests, Pokljuka provides a challenging mix of altitude, changing weather, and rugged terrain. Remote and quiet by nature, it creates an environment where mental discipline is tested as much as physical strength.
Tips on how to prepare for Striker Challenge 2026
This year, prepare for it in advance. New Year, New Striker Challenge series, hosted by Andraž Teran, certified instructor and second place finisher at Striker Challenge 2025, breaks down real obstacles from Striker Challenge 2025 and shows how to train for each one.
The Weaver
Monkey bars
Horizontal Rope Crawl
Tire Flip
Log
Concrete Ball Carry
THINK YOU ARE READY?
Limits are a mindset. Put yours to the test.
Standard Price: €110*
*Law Enforcement / Military / First Responders: €90 (code: ACTIVEDUTY)
To qualify for a discount you have to be an active or former service member. At event registration, a valid document will be checked.
REGISTRATIONS ARE CLOSED
Registration for Striker Challenge 2026 is now closed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Anyone over 18 with the mental and physical grit to take on a military-inspired challenge. No prior military experience required.
You’ll need solid endurance, strength, and determination. This challenge is demanding—prepare accordingly.
Standard athletic wear suitable for mixed terrain. A detailed gear list will be sent to registered participants.
The challenge will take place in most weather conditions, including rain and cold. Be prepared—this is part of what makes it real. In case of extreme or dangerous weather, the organisers will adapt the course or postpone for safety.
Some obstacles will be revealed in advance. Most will not. Those familiar with previous Striker Challenges will have a general idea of what to expect, but exact setups and sequences remain undisclosed. As in real selection, surprise is part of the challenge.
Exact start times will be communicated to participants ahead of the event. Participants should plan to be on site early for check-in and briefing.
Yes. Alongside the individual categories, Striker Challenge 2026 introduces a dedicated Team Challenge. Teams of three compete together on the same course, with obstacles adapted to require cooperation and coordination between team members.
Teams must start with three registered members. If one team member cannot attend, the team may replace them in advance by contacting the organisers. Changes on race day are not permitted.
Yes, team member changes are possible before the event, subject to approval by the organisers. All team members must meet the eligibility requirements and be registered under the Team Challenge category.
No. Teams must consist of three competitors at the start. Teams with fewer members will not be allowed to start in the Team Challenge category.
No. Registration categories are fixed. Individual competitors cannot be added to teams after registration, and team competitors cannot switch to the individual category on race day.
Yes. Team obstacles are designed to require cooperation, and all team members are expected to participate in obstacle completion unless otherwise specified by event staff.
The team baton must be carried from start to finish. Losing it or failing to present it at the finish line may result in penalties or disqualification.
Completion time varies depending on fitness, execution, and obstacle performance, but most participants can expect to finish the course within approximately 2 to 3 hours.
You’ll still walk away knowing exactly where your limits are. That alone makes it worth it.
Yes. Medical personnel will be present at the event base and along the course to respond in case of injury or emergency.
Children aged 6 to 12 can participate. Participation in the Striker Junior Challenge is free of charge. Children under the age of 6 may also participate when accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
Registration for the Striker Junior Challenge is handled separately via a dedicated link available in the Striker Junior Challenge section. Parents or guardians will be asked to provide the child’s age and a signed consent statement during registration.
Yes. The Striker Junior Challenge takes place in a controlled area with event staff present at all times. Parents or legal guardians are welcome to accompany their children, support them during the challenge, and remain responsible for them throughout the event.
Yes. A parent or legal guardian must be present on site and provide a signed consent statement during registration.
Spectators are welcome at the start/finish area, but access to the course will be limited for safety and operational reasons.
Yes. Food and drinks will be available at the event base for both participants and spectators. Each registered participant also receives a coupon for one hot meal and one drink, included in the registration fee.
We recommend booking early, as Pokljuka has limited capacity. Accommodation suggestions and travel tips will be shared via email after registration.
Due to limited capacity and the nature of the event, registrations are non-refundable. However, you may transfer your spot to another participant by contacting us in advance.
In appreciation of operational professionals, we offer a fixed discounted rate of €90 for active and former members of the military, law enforcement, and emergency services. Proof of service (e.g. ID or badge) will be requested during registration or check-in.
