We are mountaineers who believe the summit is only the beginning. Every climb is a vehicle to carry relief, deliver hope, and reach the communities the roads cannot reach.
About Us
18
Events This Year
3
Upcoming
200+
Participants
The Mountains Gave Us Purpose.
Team Relax MC began as a group of friends bound by a shared love for the mountains and the grueling beauty of the trek, But as we reached various summits across the Philippines, we realized that the strength we built on the trails could serve a greater purpose. We decided that we wouldn't just climb for the view; we would climb for the people living in the shadows of those very peaks.
🏔️ The Summit is a Vehicle
We don't climb for trophies. Every peak we reach carries a purpose — relief goods, medicine, or simply the presence of people who care.⛺ Leave No One Behind
On the mountain and in our communities. We move as a team, we carry what we can, and we don't abandon those who need us.🌱 Climb Responsibly
We follow Basic Mountaineering Course (BMC), Leave No Trace principles, advocate for trail conservation, and train every member in low-impact mountaineering
Team Relax (TR)
We are a group of individuals who share a common goal — protecting the mountain and preserving its wildlife.
Life is like climbing mountains, we must keep ascending to reach our goals.
The three birds represent our history, current situation, and future prospects. As a group, we are represented by 3 pine trees that symbolize our harmony, wisdom, and understanding. Our creativity, self-reliance, and positivity are symbolized by the three peaks. The compass is a symbol of our guidance and direction.
12+
peaksSUMMIT REACH
Across Negros Oriental and Visayas48
kmTOTAL TRAIL DISTANCE
Logged on outreach and training climbs5
futureINITIATIVES
New summits and communities planned for 202665+
activeVOLUNTEERS
Dedicated mountaineers who gave their time and skillsMeet Team Relax
Get to know the passionate individuals steering our journey of service and ensuring that every outreach leaves a lasting footprint of hope.
Ralph Lorenz Ruiz
PRESIDENT
Dave Serion
MEMBER / ADVISOR
Rene CATAN Banatanto
VICE-PRESIDENT
Ralph Lorenz Ruiz
PRESIDENT
Dave Serion
MEMBER / ADVISOR
Rene CATAN Banatanto
VICE-PRESIDENT
Peaks We've Conquered
5th Panaad Panghatag
An annual charity event of Hiking, Feeding, Games, Activities and Many More from February 3 to 4, 2024.
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
( 3 Hours )
Japanese Shrine, Sagbang
Valencia, Negros Oriental
Christmas Feeding Special
Christmas is doing a little something extra for someone. - C. Shultz Another simple yet blessed activity was done by the TEAM! Thank you
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
( 2 Hours )
Quezon Park
Dumaguete City
Holiday Activity
A people who gave you their food gave you their heart - C. Chavez A holiday feeding event.
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
( 2 Hours )
Downtown
Dumaguete City
Panaghiusa Sa Semana Santa
Lenten Special *Hiking *Camping *Medical Aid *Kids Activities *& Many More
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
( 3 Hours )
Japanese Shrine, Sagbang
Valencia
4th Panaad Panghatag
An annual charity event of Hiking, Camping, Swimming, Games & Activities from February 4 to 5, 2023.
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
( 3 Hours )
Siit
Siaton, Negros Oriental
Our Code on the Trail
🌱 Leave No Trace
Every member is trained in LNT priciples before their first climb. We pack out everything we bring in — including waste from the communities we visit🌱 Safety First, Always
No summit is worth a life. We have mandatory pre-climb briefings, a designated trail medic on every mission, and a buddy system that no one breaks.🌱 Respect the Locals
We always seek permission from local barangay officials before entering communities. We listen before we act. We don't impose — we offer and support🌱 Train Before You Climb
New members complete a months / year training program — covering Basic Mountaineering Course (BMC1, BMC2 & BMC3), Standard First Aid, Basic Life Support with Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Ropemanship, and LNT ethics.