Spartan Race | Volunteer & Race For Free

Tough Mudder SPARTAN TRAIL DEKA PEAK OCRWC LA RUTA M20 HIGHLANDER COMBAT

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2026 Volunteers

Earn free races, score exclusive swag, and help change lives.

JOIN & RACE FREE

BROWSE SHIFTS

JOIN THE TRIBE! Help power the biggest obstacle event in your country, transforming thousands of lives every race.

What You Get:

100% Free Race Code: No fees. Global access.
Exclusive Swag: Official 2026 Volunteer T-shirt and cool gear.
Insider Access: Behind-the-scenes look at race operations.
Community: An unforgettable experience with the Spartan Tribe!

Race Your Way: Earn a 100% free race entry with every shift, or stack your shifts to unlock Ultra upgrades and Season Passes. Valid globally across Spartan, Tough Mudder, and DEKA.

Exclusive Swag & On-Site Perks: Score the official 2026 Volunteer T-shirt, enjoy complimentary on-site meals, and get free festival entry on your shift day.

Instant Rewards & Unique Swag: Get your race code immediately upon shift completion! Plus, score unique, shift-specific swag on-site—like backpacks, hats, or exclusive patches.

Go Behind the Scenes: Get an exclusive look at how Spartan operates, and join a powerful global community dedicated to changing lives.

Volunteer Roles

On-Course

Help our build crew on race days by instructing and motivating racers through the course. You will be responsible for serving as our eyes and ears on the course, including reporting any injuries by radio to our medical team (training provided on site).
Festival

Assist our Festival Team at the finish line, start corral, bag check, merchandise and throughout the festival. Be ready to give lots of high-fives!
Registration

Help our Registration Staff greet, check-in and answer questions for racers and spectators. This job requires the use of a Spartan computer. You will receive training for the first 30-minutes of your volunteer shift by our Registration Lead.
Obstacle Officials

Ensure all elite & age group competitors complete obstacles in accordance to the rules and enforce the penalties if they don’t. Help maintain the current and future integrity of the sport! You will use both photo and video equipment.
Kids Race

Assist our Kids Race team on race day(s) with overall production and safety of the Kids Race event. Encourage our little Spartans through the course!
Choose your shift

Meet the community

Need an answer to a question about a specific race? Contact your event’s Volunteer Coordinator at volunteers@spartanrace.ca. Please make sure to include the race location you are interested in so we know which Volunteer Coordinator to connect you with.

Volunteer FAQ

Be the Backbone of the Mud. Volunteers aren’t just spectators; you’re the heartbeat of the course. You’re the helping hand on Everest and the hype team in the mud. Join the best damn community on the planet and help create life-changing moments. In return? We treat you like family. You’ll snag a 100% free race entry (valid globally!), fresh swag, and free fuel to keep you going. Bring the good vibes, and we’ll handle the rest.

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How it works

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THE SHIFTS

start line

Someone’s got to send them off into the mud – make that moment count.
Course

Love mudder hugs & high fives? The course is the place for you as thousands of Mudders pass by.
Finish Line

You’re the last thing they’ll see before their well earned finisher beer. Make that moment count.
Check in

Even Mudders have questions. Be that friendly face with all the knowledge.
Mudder services

Passionate about Guest Experience? This is perfect for you.
Mudder experience

You are the utility player of volunteering. You’re talented in all areas.
Tough Mudder Kids

Give our mini mudders their first muddy experience.
Bag drop

Like to keep people organized? Run bag drop and give people drink tickets.
Pre & Post

More of a ‘behind the scenes’ person? Help us set up or tear down.
groups >5

For large groups looking to volunteer. Complete the form and we’ll be in touch.

GROUP FORM
choose your shift

BECOME A VOLUNTEER

Need an answer to a question about a specific race? Contact your event’s Volunteer Coordinator at mvp@toughmudder.com. Please make sure to include the race location you are interested in so we know which Volunteer Coordinator to connect you with.

Volunteer FAQ

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