The K9 Kitt Hero WOD

A Nationwide Annual Community Event

Every year, gyms across the country come together to honor K9 Kitt and Officer Billy Cushing — and to raise funds for the K9 teams who serve and protect our communities.

The K9 Kitt Hero WOD is more than a workout.

It is a moment of remembrance, unity, and purpose.

Annual Date: The first Saturday closest to June 4

(Marking the anniversary of the incident in 2021)

The K9 Kitt Hero WOD

A Nationwide Annual Community Event

Every year, gyms across the country come together to honor K9 Kitt and Officer Billy Cushing — and to raise funds for the K9 teams who serve and protect our communities.

The K9 Kitt Hero WOD is more than a workout.

It is a moment of remembrance, unity, and purpose.

Annual Date:
The first Saturday closest to June 4

(Marking the anniversary of the incident in 2021)

Why We Do This

On one day each year, gyms across the country pause — and move with purpose.

The K9 Kitt Hero WOD is about more than a workout. It is a shared moment of recognition for every K9 and handler who serve their communities with courage and loyalty.

Across states, across time zones, across fitness levels — we show up together.

The K9 Kitt Foundation exists to support active K9 teams nationwide. This annual event unites communities in that mission — turning sweat into support and remembrance into action.

One workout. One day. One nationwide community honoring K9 heroes.

Why We Do This

On one day each year, gyms across the country pause — and move with purpose.

The K9 Kitt Hero WOD is about more than a workout. It is a shared moment of recognition for every K9 and handler who serve their communities with courage and loyalty.

Across states, across time zones, across fitness levels — we show up together.

The K9 Kitt Foundation exists to support active K9 teams nationwide. This annual event unites communities in that mission — turning sweat into support and remembrance into action.

One workout. One day. One nationwide community honoring K9 heroes.

The Hero WOD: “K9 Kitt”

Every element holds significance:
21 Rounds for Time — representing the year 2021

6 Deadlifts (80/60 lb) — the month of June

5 Hang Power Cleans (80/60 lb) — the five times Officer Cushing was shot

4 Front Squats (80/60 lb) — the fourth day of June

3 Shoulder-to-Overheads (80/60 lb) — the three times K9 Kitt was shot

200-foot Weighted Carry (80/60 lb) — the distance Kitt was carried, 80 pounds reflects K9 Kitt’s body weight.

The Hero WOD: “K9 Kitt”

Every element holds significance:
21 Rounds for Time — representing the year 2021

6 Deadlifts (80/60 lb) — the month of June

5 Hang Power Cleans (80/60 lb) — the five times Officer Cushing was shot

4 Front Squats (80/60 lb) — the fourth day of June

3 Shoulder-to-Overheads (80/60 lb) — the three times K9 Kitt was shot

200-foot Weighted Carry (80/60 lb) — the distance Kitt was carried, 80 pounds reflects K9 Kitt’s body weight.

Why Host the K9 Kitt Hero WOD?

Hosting isn’t just about one workout. It’s about being part of something bigger.

1. Join a Nationwide Movement

Gyms across the country complete the same workout on the same day — united in recognition of K9 teams who serve their communities.

2. Strengthen Your Gym Community

Hero WODs bring people together. Members invite friends, families attend, and your gym becomes a place of purpose — not just fitness.

3. Meaningful Local Impact

Invite local K9 units, law enforcement, and community members. Show visible support for those who protect your city.

4. National Recognition

Participating gyms are featured by the K9 Kitt Foundation and recognized as official host facilities.

5. Easy to Execute

You’ll receive a complete event toolkit — promotional graphics, story materials, and fundraising support — so hosting is simple.

Host the Event at Your Gym

We’ve created a simple, unified playbook so gyms nationwide can join us

Event Overview

Date: First Saturday closest to June 4

Location: Your gym or fitness facility

Participants: All fitness levels welcome

Purpose: Raise awareness and funds for the K9 Kitt Foundation

Host the Event at Your Gym

We’ve created a simple, unified playbook so gyms nationwide can join us

Event Overview

Date: First Saturday closest to June 4

Location: Your gym or fitness facility

Participants: All fitness levels welcome

Purpose: Raise awareness and funds for the K9 Kitt Foundation

Join the Movement

By hosting the K9 Kitt Hero WOD, your gym stands in solidarity with K9 teams across America.

You are not just running a workout.

You are honoring service.

You are supporting working K9s.

You are keeping K9 Kitt’s legacy alive.

Interested in hosting at your gym?