PATHFINDER Advanced™ is not for everyone.
This is our most demanding program, built for athletes who are serious about pushing their limits. If you’re training for the hardest events on the calendar - or simply want to see what you’re made of - this is your path to advance.

Advanced is designed to take experienced athletes to their peak. This program doesn’t just demand effort. It demands peak discipline, consistency, and grit.

If Endure builds the base, Advanced is where it’s sharpened.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• 200 Rucking Miles (Rx weight not required, but highly encouraged)

• 30 Total Workouts (at least 15 workouts must be weighted ruck-specific)

• 250+ APFT Score Benchmark (age/gender scaled)

• 12-Mile Timed Ruck (under 3 hours with Rx weight)

• Complete 5 PATHFINDER Advanced Challenges

• Reading Program (performance mindset focus)

Built for high-performers, this program is trusted by some of the most experienced ruck endurance athletes in the game. You’ll train for speed, power, durability, and resilience by hitting aggressive mileage goals, difficult workout targets, and objective readiness benchmarks like a 12-Mile Ruck in under 3 hours and a 250+ APFT score.

You should have a solid endurance base, excellent training discipline, and the ability to manage high-volume physical demand. You structure the training. We give you the standards, support, and guidance to complete it.

What You’ll Get

• Program Success Guide for strategic planning and goal alignment

• Complete Program Materials + Workout Library to build strength, endurance, and confidence

• Mentor Course Advisor who has completed the program and can guide you through the details

• Access to our private Facebook Class Page and Advisor Group for connection and support

• Discounted Roster Patch (must be added to your cart separately)

• Exclusive Finisher’s Patch for program completion

BUNDLE & SAVE UP TO 20%

Purchase a PATHFINDER Ruck Training Bundle and get multiple course credits in a single package and save up to 20%. Get details here.

Is PATHFINDER Advanced Right for You?

You’re a strong fit if you’re:

• Training for a GORUCK HTB, HTL, Heavy, Selection, or multi-day endurance event

• Seeking a rigorous, comprehensive program with real performance standards

• Ready to train with heavy weight, high mileage, and mental complexity

• Prepared to train 4+ days a week with serious intent (or 11+ hours/week)

• A graduate of PATHFINDER Endure™ or have an equivalent fitness base

We STRONGLY SUGGEST that you already have the discipline to maintain regular fitness activity four - six times a week or have completed the PATHFINDER Endure (Intermediate) program.

Choose 5 PATHFINDER Advanced Challenges

Every PATHFINDER program includes a variety of Challenges that build skill, mental toughness, and training variety. Here are a few examples from Advanced:

• Overnight Ruck: No rest. No excuses.

• Marathon Ruck (Rx Weight): The long haul, done right.

• Stairs Conditioning (Rx Weight): Climb until your legs go quiet.

• PATHFINDER Triathlon: Ruck, ride, swim - push every edge.

• Firefighter Ruck Challenge: Functional grit meets uncompromising standards.

You choose 5. All are demanding. (Full list of Challenge options is provided after registration.)

Required Gear

• Rucksack (Backpack)

• Minimum Ruck Weight:

  • 45 lb. for individuals 150 lb. or more

  • 30 lb. for individuals under 150 lb.
    Required for timed events and most Challenges.

Next Class Start Dates

PATHFINDER Advanced™ runs quarterly: February, May, August, and November. Each cycle runs for 12 weeks.

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