What is The Phalanx Games?

The Phalanx Games is a series of team-based physical challenges designed to replace high-risk pledging behaviors with healthier, inclusive bonding experiences for Greek life chapters. Inspired by obstacle races like Spartan Race and elite military boot camps, the event emphasizes teamwork, discipline, and camaraderie.

Drawing from the ancient Spartan phalanx’s values of unity and trust, this initiative offers a safer alternative to traditional pledging rituals. Through endurance, strategy, and collaboration, participants build lasting bonds while fostering resilience and mutual support. The event mirrors the transformative experience of military-style training, promoting both personal growth and group cohesion.