About Class 5 Performance
Three veterans. Over forty five combined years of service. One shared idea that changed everything.
Class 5 Performance was founded by three Air Force AMMO veterans who spent years working around military explosives. In the military, Class V refers to the supply classification for anything that goes boom, from the smallest round to the largest bomb. Working with that equipment requires training, consistency, and the right tools to make the mission happen.
We believe fitness works the same way.
People train in different ways and for different reasons, yet everyone faces the same demand to stay ready. Some lift. Some run. Some do both. Some grind through long shifts. Some balance careers, families, and fitness while trying to hold everything together. The tools may change, but the need for discipline and consistency never goes away.
Class 5 refers to the military supply classification of explosives, from the smallest bullet to the largest bomb and everything in between. Working with explosives requires consistent training, the right equipment, and making it happen when it matters the most. We believe the same applies to fitness and the performance apparel we build.
How It Started
Our story began in 2019 while we served together in the Air Force. Our training styles could not have been more different. Tom was deep into bodybuilding. Phillip was running ultramarathons. Pete thought both of them were out of their minds. What brought us together was the requirement every service member understands. Pass the PT test or face real consequences. No excuses and no shortcuts.
We trained in completely different ways for the same goal. That contrast showed us something important. Fitness is not one size fits all. People work toward strength, endurance, speed, health, and confidence in different ways, yet everyone still needs reliable gear that holds up.
That idea became the foundation for Class 5 Performance. We knew what it felt like to push through long days, tough schedules, and chaotic seasons of life. We wanted to build a brand that reflected that level of effort.
Who We Are
Peter Rees
Veteran, Everyday Fitness Enthusiast
Thomas Wilson
Veteran, Bodybuilder
Phillip LaPoint
Veteran, Ultramarathon Runner
Three different paths with one shared belief. Fitness is a lifelong pursuit and the right mindset paired with the right gear can change everything.
We value veterans, service members, and anyone who lives with intention. We value honest effort and doing what you say you will do. Most of all, we value taking care of the people who support our brand. Customer service will always matter to us.
Welcome to Class 5 Performance
Thank you for being here. Whether you are lifting, running, rucking, or simply working to become a better version of yourself, we built this brand with you in mind.