Irmo Fire High Intensity Team

Earlier this week, members of the Irmo Fire District had the honor of participating in a J Muller Workout hosted by .

The event brought members of the community together for a challenging workout centered not only on fitness, but also on honoring the life and sacrifice of J Muller, who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty on May 26, 2023.

Through the sale of commemorative t-shirts, a total of $1,350 was raised and donated to the Muller Memorial Training Fund.

This past weekend, members of our High Intensity Team participated in the annual Charlotte Tunnel to Towers Stair Climb, completing 1,454 steps inside Bank of America Stadium in honor of fallen first responders and military heroes.

Built on the mantra, "While we have time, let us do good," supports fallen and catastrophically injured first responders, military heroes, and their families through programs rooted in service and sacrifice.

We were honored to join CrossFit Soda City over the past weekend for the annual "Muller" Hero WOD. We are incredibly grateful for Chris and the CFSC team for not only creating the one-of-a-kind workout in honor of our fallen brother, J, but for certifying it as an official CrossFit Hero WOD and hosting it each year!

Thank you to everyone who showed up, put in the work, and helped us continue to honor J. His legacy lives on. 🤙🏻

Throw back to April when the Irmo Fire District participated in the 13th Annual South Carolina Fire Truck Pull, hosted by . The event brought together 27 teams, each competing to pull a 20,000-lb fire truck 50 feet in the fastest time.

The Irmo Fire District secured a first-place finish, recording the fastest time of the day.

Collectively, the event raised $50,000 to fund pediatric cancer research, supporting continued efforts to improve outcomes for children and families affected by cancer. The Irmo Fire District is proud to support this important cause and honored to represent our community.

💪🏻 Our High Intensity Team hosted its first ever
Community Workout on March 24th! 💪🏻

It was a morning full of hard work, motivation, and camaraderie as participants trained side by side with us. 👊🏻
Plus, our very own Chief Sonefeld manned the grill and fed the masses!

We appreciate everyone who came out and gave it their all! A special thank you to our 2026 Sponsors for helping make this event possible:

🚒 Meet the Athlete | David Silva 🚒

-Born and raised in northeast Connecticut, David's path to the fire service started early. Following in the footsteps of both his grandfather and father, he began as a volunteer firefighter alongside his brother-and quickly realized this wasn't just a job, it was a calling.
2026 marks 16 years in the fire service, including 5 years as a volunteer and 11 years as a career firefighter.

-For David, fitness isn't optional-it's a responsibility. He believes every firefighter owes it to the community to maintain a high level of physical readiness. The demands of the job are tough, and being in shape ensures he can perform when it matters most. Off duty, training serves as both stress relief and a mental reset — a way to stay sharp and focused.

-Outside the firehouse, David enjoys traveling with his wife, exploring new food spots, spending time outdoors, and staying active.

-Being part of the High Intensity Team combines everything he values most: hard work, camaraderie, and giving back to the community.

February 14th members of our High Intensity Team joined hundreds in the Lake Murray Polar Plunge benefitting .

We're proud of everyone who showed up, took the plunge, and supported an amazing cause!

February 7th members of our High Intensity Team traveled to Prosperity to compete in a 5K hosted by the Prosperity Fire Department. The event offered great competition and an opportunity to strengthen relationships within the fire service. Our guys performed well and came away with these placements:

🔥 Michael Granada : 6th Place Overall
🔥 Nicholas LeMoullec: 2nd Place Age Group (20-24)
🔥 Josh Robinson : 1st Place Age Group (30-34)

After the 5k, members attended the Younger Tomorrow Longevity Seminar hosted by . With over 230 people in attendance, the event provided practical strategies for improving cellular health, metabolism, movement, sleep, and overall longevity. We also had the opportunity to demonstrate several functional movements during the event.

🚒 Welcome to the Irmo Fire High Intensity Team page 🚒

We are proud to launch this page as a place to showcase our mission, training, competitions, community involvement, and the people who make this team what it is.

The Irmo Fire High Intensity Team is dedicated to promoting physical fitness in our community and in firehouses throughout the world, while raising funds and awareness for ethical charities and people less fortunate. Through public competition and our genuine desire to help improve the lives of those in need, we hope to inspire others to challenge themselves and give back to a cause close to their hearts.

This page will feature:
🔥 Training highlights
🔥 Competition updates
🔥 Community events
🔥 Fundraisers and charity support
🔥 Team accomplishments

Thank you for supporting our team and our mission. We’re excited for what’s ahead and look forward to growing with the community. 💪🏻