DEKA the Halls Challenge (12/1–12/15)
Do you like lunges? How about jumping onto tall things? Great—then you’re gonna LOVE this challenge!
“DEKA the Halls” is our two-week, Buddy-the-Elf-approved WOD challenge running from December 1st through 15th. It’s fast, fierce, and festive. Just two movements. One minute each. All gas, no candy cane breaks.
The Challenge:
- 1 Minute Box Jump / Step Over (24″)
Step with purpose. Jump like you’ve spotted the last cup of hot chocolate on the table. - 1 Minute Reverse Lunges with Spartan RAM
Hold on tight. Sink deep. And channel your inner elf warrior.
RAM Weights:
Buddy says, “The best way to spread Christmas cheer is lunging hard for all to hear.”
- Males: 55lb / 25kg
- Females & AG 65+ Males: 33lb / 15kg
- Youth 10–13 & AG 65+ Females: 22lb / 10kg
How to Participate:
- Show up anytime between 12/1 and 12/15
- Crush the 2-minute challenge
- Log your time
- Maybe… just maybe… beat your own personal record (or Buddy’s)
Why Do It?
Because your legs won’t forge themselves.
Because December isn’t for coasting.
Because Buddy would absolutely send it—while singing holiday tunes and yelling “I’M IN LOVE, AND I DON’T CARE WHO KNOWS IT!”
Where:
Academy of Self Defense – Santa Clara
Right inside the group fitness room where sweat meets strength and your holiday hustle lives.
Buddy’s Advice:
Drink plenty of water. Don’t eat gum off the street. And definitely don’t skip leg day.
Bonus Motivation:
Do the challenge. Snap a post-WOD selfie. Tag us @academyselfdefense.
Best Buddy-vibes or fastest time might just earn a little holiday surprise…
So lace up, lunge deep, and jump high. It’s DEKA the Halls time.