Iconic Fight For Air Climb Heads Outdoors to Raymond James Stadium

Today, the American Lung Association in Florida announced that it will host the iconic Fight For Air Climb event outdoors for the first time at Raymond James Stadium on April 18. 

This is the 16th year of the Fight For Air Climb in Tampa. The event is typically takes place in the stairwells of the Bank of America Tower, but was reimagined as an outdoor climb challenge for the safety of participants, volunteers and staff. The organization is also offering a “Climb Your Way” option for those who can’t make it to the physical event. 

“Without missing a beat, we are headed outdoors, onward and upward for our legacy Fight For Air Climb event,” said Steven Riddle, executive director of the Lung Association. “During this time, it is more important than ever to support lung health, so on April 18, we are climbing to bring an end COVID-19, lung cancer and lung disease, and ensure healthy air for all.”

Money raised at the Fight For Air Climb will fund the Lung Association’s efforts to end lung cancer and lung disease, as well as support the Lung Association’s COVID-19 Action Initiative. The COVID-19 Action Initiative is a $25 million investment to address COVID-19 and protect against future respiratory virus pandemics. The initiative works with public and private entities to increase research collaboration and develop new vaccines, detection tests and treatment therapies.

Registration for the Fight For Air Climb is $35 and includes a $100 fundraising minimum. For more information, and to register, visit FightForAirClimb.org/Tampa. 

Your safety is always our number one priority. We are continually monitoring local conditions that might affect your Climb. Check your local Climb website for the most up-to-date information.