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 Erica Murray with any questions.

Online registration prices are as follows:

• Climber - $35
• Elite Climber - $35
• Ultimate Climber - $45
• Firefighter - $35
• Firefighter No Gear - $35
• First Responder - $35
• Volunteer FREE
• Climb Your Way Virtually FREE
• Double-Dare Add-On Additional $10

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.

All Firefighter Challenge participants are timed during their climb at Comerica Park and are to wear full structural firefighting personal protective equipment which meets current NFPA standards. This includes boots, turnout coat with pant liners, helmet, gloves, and SCBA harness with air cylinder. SCBA facepieces and hoods do not need to be worn. Firefighters will not be on air. SCBA tanks are to be full. No axes or halligans. Turnout gear and tanks must be clean, and gear will be inspected before your flight time. All firefighter participants competing in the Challenge must meet the gear requirements and be retired from or current firefighter who is volunteer, part-time or full-time at their department. Stay tuned for award information for our annual Firefighter Challenge.

The routes for Climb Detroit are still being finalized. Check back for an updated step count to be posted soon.

The average time to climb the Comerica Park is 72 minutes.

Start times will be assigned in the week leading up to the event. You will receive an emailed link to flight times. If hoping to Climb with others, please be sure to have your team formed by April 9 to ensure you all receive the same flight time. Please note all participant types are climbing at different times throughout the day and flight times may be hours apart.

Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to your start time. This gives you time to get through security and warm up. Please refer to the Comerica Park security guidelines for current information on stadium regulations.

**This is subject to change. For now, please plan to pick up your race bib and event t-shirt at the Registration / Check-In table inside the Comerica Park gates upon arrival. Remember, you can speed up your time in line by attending Packet Pick-Up at our Southfield office BEFORE the event! More information to come.

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

Yes, they can! Children seven years and up are welcomed to take on the challenge so long as they are accompanied by an adult. However, all children and Climbers must be capable of completing the event on their own. For example, parents will not be allowed to Climb if they are carrying an infant or toddler.

Yes. We encourage physical activity for everybody, but we recommend speaking with your primary physician before climbing if you are pregnant. This is a very physically challenging event! We have water stops and places to rest along the way as we want to ensure the health and safety of all Climbers.

Unfortunately, we cannot offer secure storage of any items brought to the event, nor are we responsible for the loss of any items. We recommend bringing only what can fit in your runner’s belt and dressing for the occasion / weather.

Please visit our Volunteer Opportunities page. You'll find a Volunteers FAQ, a description of different available jobs, and other information.

• The minimum fundraising requirement is $100 per person. Climbers have until event day to raise the money. If for some reason they haven't met the minimum they will be asked to pay it before participating.
• If you are an Ultimate Climber, your fundraising minimum is $250 per person.
• If you are participating in multiple events (Double-Dare) and are adding on either the Stadium Climb or Firefighter Climb, then your fundraising minimum will be increased by an additional $100. If you are adding on the Ultimate Climb, your fundraising minimum will be $350 total.

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 - Detroit
c/o American Lung Association in MI
26555 Evergreen Rd, Ste 540
Southfield, MI 48076

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, long sleeve or route signs when you register. If you would like to purchase additional items later, you can visit the online Climb store.

Additional Climb merch, such as hoodies, water bottles, headbands, joggers, and more will be available for sale at the Climb Detroit Merch Store on event day at the Comerica Landing Party Zone.

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.