As the Summer Tour ends and Pickleball tournament injuries subside, please come to the RVA Labor Day Convergence at a new Monday Short Pump AO (named to be revealed later). 7AM launch, Monday September 2nd, at Nuckols Farm Elementary off North Gayton Road. Only 20 minutes from Westchester Commons and 20 minutes from U of R, it is located behind Greengate and Strange’s Florist.
Whitesnake (and others) will perform and there will be snacks.
Spread the word and hope to see you there!
1st F3RVA Pickleball Tournament was a huge success. 29 of the best Pickleball players in RVA gathered for the 1st F3 RVA Pickleball Tournament.
Champion: Team Tapering, Lockjaw and DaVinci and 2nd Place: Breakn’ Ankles, Splinter and Primetime.
If you want to challenge the champs, please come to 2nd F3RVA Pickleball Tournament.
We will play doubles.
Saturday – June 29th… Who can help provide a few meals to the Daily Planet for Breaking Bread?
What is Breaking Bread:
F3 Richmond has been supporting the Daily Planet for over 6 years (Think of this somewhere between our 2nd F and 3rd F). The Daily Planet is a local non-profit providing medical respite for individuals who are homeless, offering a safe place to recover from medical needs. They rely on community support to provide meals during this recovery. This is where F3 Richmond steps in — we proudly take the last weekend (Sat/Sun) of each month to provide meals to those in their medical respite.
How you can help:
1. Sign up: Choose a night on the Q sheet.
2. Get Details: A few days before your date, the siteQ will provide all the details, including the number of meals needed for that night. (Usually around 8, but it can be up to 15).
Meal Prep:
Meals can be as simple or elaborate as you like. Some PAX have picked up chicken and sides from Publix, while others have involved their M and 2.0’s to prepare home-cooked meals like baked spaghetti with garlic bread and dessert. The most important thing is providing a hot meal to someone who might not otherwise have one (read that again). You can choose to stay and “break bread” with the Respite guests or simply drop the meal off with one of the staff at Breaking Bread.
Let’s get June 29th covered. And while you’re at it, let’s complete 2024 with the following open spots: Sept 28, Sept 29. Oct 27. Nov 23, Nov 24. Dec 28, Dec 29.
In 2024:
We have 161 PAX who have posted 5+ days in 2024
Breaking Bread: 24 Spots open each year. (161 PAX for 24 BB??)
Let’s Gooo!
Oyster
Hey PAX of F3RVA and beyond, come on out Belle Isle at 0700 for our 9th annual Memorial Day convergence.
This workout will feature Qs from across the region and wrap up with 2nd F at the belle isle parking lot.
Some pax will start a pre run / ruck at 6. A great way to drop a few more before bikini season.
Looking forward to seeing you all!
Get some!
Get ready for the River, Richmond’s rich history and diverse terrain provides the perfect backdrop for this GTE #47 leadership adventure. F3 men from Richmond and across the east coast will converge on the River City May 3-5 for an unforgettable bonding experience and personal challenge. Traversing the city’s streets, parks, and trails, they’ll not only test their physical endurance but also strengthen their resolve as men to live right, lead right, and leave right. The city’s cultural landmarks and scenic views will offer moments of reflection and inspiration along the journey from sunset to sunrise. Ultimately, this overnight ruck event promises to be more than just a physical feat—it’s an opportunity to forge lasting memories and deepen connections in the heart of Virginia’s capital.
There is still time to sign up for the overnight event or just the GrowSchool.
There are 4 phases to a GrowRuck Training Event:
Weekend Schedule
Rally
Friday, May 3 1800 – 2100 – Bon Air Community Center – 8725 Quaker Lane, Richmond, VA 23235
Open to all F3 RVA men, out of towners, and GTE Trainers and Cadre. BBQ will be provided, donations requested to cover the venue and food for the event. BYOB
Kingbuilder
Saturday, May 4, 0700 – Dogpile – Dogwood Dell Parking
This will be a one-hour convergence bootcamp at Dogpile led by the GTE trainers. It will be open to all F3 men with FNGs welcome. This will be a great opportunity to bring an FNG or Kotter to show them what F3 is about
Growschool – registration is open for the Growschool only, sign up to get a lesson in leadership
Saturday, May 4 0900-1200 – Relay Run warehouse
2720 Decatur Street, Warehouse 29, Richmond, VA 23224
GTE #47 – Overnight Ruck
Start – Saturday, May 4, 1800
GTE #47 Endex – Sunday, May 5, TBD
GEAR
Below is a partial packing list for the event. **Additional items posted on GTE Registration Page
Required Gear
Prohibited Equipment
Reach out to Rosie, DTH or Gomer Pyle
As we bid farewell to 2023, let’s takes immense pride in reflecting on the remarkable journey we’ve had in providing meals for Breaking Break. This year has been a testament to the strength of our brotherhood, with 24 weekends dedicated to serving 194 meals to individuals in need.
Let’s do more!
Oyster
Come out to Mary Munford on Thanksgiving Day at 6am for 60 minutes of beatdown, led by our very own Mudslide. Join us afterward for some 2nd F, coffee and maybe even something to eat. ** Let’s do be mindful of the fact that we are parking in an urban residential neighborhood and folks will be sleeping! ** SYITG
Lets celebrate F3RVA’s ninth anniversary F3 style with a bootcamp followed by 2nd F!
We are starting at 730 so the men from the healing place can join us.
Location is at the Crucible AO aka Blackwell Elementary in Old Manchester: https://goo.gl/maps/19A1pu5S9uC3eHSA9
2nd F to follow in the parking lot.
Get Some!
This years labor Day convergence is 7am Monday at DogPile AO (Dogwood Dell Park) featuring regional rotating Qs.
Breakfast club kicks off at 6:30.
Water and Gatorade available. Coffeeteria afterward at Ellwood Thompson
Get Some!
We will play doubles.
