Asf 5.56k
About this race
Alabama SWAT Foundation 5.56K Run Details
Event: ASF 5.56K Run
Location: Brocks Gap Brewing Company
Date: March 6th, 2025
Start Time: 4:00 PM – Race Begins at 6:00 PM
Partial TRAIL Course at Sunset
Course Overview
Route: Starts at Brocks Gap Brewing Company, loops around Black Creek Mountain Bike Park, and finishes at the brewery.
Distance: 5.56k
Participation Information
Open to Everyone: Limited to 300 runners for a quality event.
Age Requirement: 10 years and older.
Rain or Shine: The race will proceed regardless of weather.
Divisions
Regular Division: Male & Female (no extra weight)
Heavy Division: Male & Female (must carry a 35 lb. vest/ruck)
Important Rules
Headlamp/Flashlight: Required for the nighttime trail run.
Weight Check: All vests and rucks will be weighed post-race. Failure to meet the 35 lb. requirement disqualifies you from awards.
Amenities
Parking: At Hoover Met only; no parking at Brocks Gap Brewing Company (except for handicapped). There is a path and stairs from the parking lot to the brewery.
Restrooms: Available at Brocks Gap Brewery and start line.
Water Station: One at the entrance to the trail, accessible when entering and exiting.
Registration
Race limited to first 300 runners. 300 runners will receive a t-shirt, finisher medal, and koozie.
Race Day Registration: Available but items are not guaranteed.
Bib and Bag Pick-Up
When: On race day at 4 PM.
Bag Check: Available during the race. Your bib number will be written on your bag.
Additional Notes
Strollers: Not allowed due to trail sections.
Course Map: Visit our social media for details.
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About the Alabama SWAT Foundation
The Alabama SWAT Foundation is a nonprofit organization founded by current SWAT (Special Weapons and Tactics) police officers. Our mission is to enhance the training of SWAT teams and individual officers throughout Alabama.
Our Mission
We aim to:
Advance Training: Provide funding to send law enforcement officers to top-level training programs nationwide.
Enhance Skills: Equip officers with sharpened skills and new knowledge to improve their teams and communities.
Foster Leadership: Help officers become better leaders who navigate critical situations effectively.
Why We Exist
SWAT officers often respond to the most challenging and dangerous situations. However, securing funding for high-quality training and the necessary gear can be a significant barrier. Our foundation is dedicated to bridging that gap, ensuring officers have access to the best tactics and leadership training available.
Community Support
With the generous support of our community, we can empower law enforcement officers to improve their skills, enhance public safety, and ultimately create a positive impact in their communities.
Together, we are committed to building a safer Alabama through better-trained SWAT teams and dedicated officers. Thank you for supporting our mission!
The Alabama SWAT Foundation is a non-profit organization (501C3), and all donations are tax-deductible. If your company would like to be a sponsor email us at admin@alswat.org.
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Running
Male Light (no ruck)
Female Light (no ruck)
Female Heavy (35lb. Ruck/Vest)
Male Heavy (35lb. Ruck/Vest)
Typical race-day weather
Based on 3 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Hoover, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 6:09 AM and sets at 5:48 PM local time (CST) in Hoover on March 6, 2027 — 11h 38m of daylight.
Course
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Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 6 Hoover events
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