FAQ

You can register online by specifying your participation type. You can climb as a team, an individual, or join us as a volunteer. Then follow the prompts to complete your registration. Please feel free to reach out to event manager Terri Waddell with any questions.

Online registration prices are as follows:

• Ultimate Climbers $45
  All other climbers $35

Registration fees are non-refundable. If you are unable to make the event, funds raised will support the American Lung Association’s mission. You may request to transfer your registration fee to the next event date, but please note that registration fees are non-refundable.

There are two options for this year’s Climb at Capella Tower! The main climb is 53 floors, 1272 stairs! Climbers can take the stairs one time or register as Ultimate Climber to take advantage of the Power Hour. During the Power Hour, climbers take to the stairs as many times as possible during a one-hour wave. The half climb is 31 floors. Both options include water and rest stops along the way. No need to choose in advance, make your decision on event day.

The average time to climb the Capella Tower is 10-30 minutes.

Start times for Fight For Air Climb - Twin Cities have been posted online. Look up your start time by LAST NAME or by TEAM NAME.

There will be a registration table where you will check in as well as pick up your bib and t-shirt.

Ultimate Climbers are able to take advantage of the Power Hour. During the Power Hour, climbers take to the stairs as many times as possible during a one-hour wave. The registration fee for an Ultimate Climber is $45.

If for some reason you cannot complete the climb, someone at the nearest water station can assist you.

Yes, this event takes numerous hardworking and energetic volunteers to make every step count! Please contact us at EventsMN@Lung.org with any questions.

The minimum fundraising requirement is $100 per person. Climbers have until event day to raise the money and if, for some reason they haven't met the minimum they will be asked to pay it before participating.

The registration fee does not count toward the fundraising minimum. But don’t worry, we are here to help, and we have plenty of fundraising ideas and tips to get you started!

Thanks to the generous support of people like you, the American Lung Association saves lives by fighting for healthy lungs and healthy air. Today, our fight is more important than ever, and 90 cents of every dollar raised by our organization goes directly to education, research and advocacy.

Donations can be sent to the American Lung Association office:

Fight For Air Climb - Twin Cities
c/o American Lung Association in MN
490 Concordia Ave
St Paul, MN 55103

If you are part of a team, please be sure to include your name and team name.

Many companies will offer to match an employee's contribution to a charitable organization. For questions regarding your company’s matching gift programs, please contact your employer’s HR department or community giving department.  You can also use our company search tool below to see if your employer offers a matching gift program, as well as find information on how to get started.

You can order a limited edition Fight For Air Climb alumni t-shirt, tank or long sleeve when you register or on the event store. This is also where you can purchase a stairwell sign to show your support for a loved one, team, or other individual on event day!

Climbing on a team is the best way to enjoy the event. The camaraderie of the shared endeavor is priceless, and it is way more fun reaching the top with friends and family cheering you on.

To form a team, choose Register as Team Captain. Make sure you have a team name in mind: honor a loved one, make it fun or name it after your business — the sky’s the limit!

After you register as a Team Captain, tell your team members to select Register as a Team Member and to search for your team name to join.

Team captains rally friends, family and co-workers to form a team to work together and fundraise for the Climb. Register as Team Captain today!

Yes! Local event managers are here to support Team Captains every step of the way. We also have several online tools for fundraising and team member recruitment. Visit our Fundraising page or contact your event manager.

No, the registration fee and fundraising minimum are per individual. There are no additional fees for creating a team.