Preview of our races and pacers
The idea behind this event was to get more runners involved in Athletics Canterbury events and increase positive community exposure to our fantastic track facility - Ngā Puna Wai. Many people think Athletics Canterbury is just about fast people running around a track or throwing a shot put. The reality is that there are runners with a wide range of abilities and goals. Running remains a very popular activity so any event that encourages a broader participation should be given due consideration.
THE RACES
800M OPEN W - 800M
Open to those girls and women with a bit of 800m track experience or keen to try. Only two laps but plenty of enjoyment.
800M OPEN M - 800M
Boys and men step up! Its short, its quick, its time to find out your time. Experience running on the track at your pace.
U12 - OPEN - MILE
This is for kids from 8 to 11 years old. Watch them fly around the track. Have a run with mates or race to the finish.
U16 - OPEN - MILE
Older children should apply here. From 12 to 15. Four laps of fun or fast feet!
MILE OPEN W - MILE
The mile is a mix of speed and endurance. For women over 15, its a chance to try out your mix. Club runners have a last chance for the season to strike a pb.
MILE OPEN M - MILE
The mile is a mix of speed and endurance. For men over 15, its a chance to try out your mix. Club runners have a last chance for the season to strike a pb.
MILESTONE - MILE
The speedsters and competitors go in the open mile races. The Milestone is for fun, for family, for just getting out there and dipping your feet into track running. Enjoy!
20.00 MIN RACE - 5000M
Speedy parkrun types or competitive club runners need apply here. Its quick. Step up or confirm your racing ability.
25.00 MIN RACE - 5000M
Great for those wanting a little faster. Expertly paced with plenty of company. Watch the laps disappear.
30.00 MIN RACE - 5000M
Ideal for the social/parkrun type runner. Challenge yourself with a new track experience or enjoy the conversational pace with friends
ELITE WOMEN - 5000M
Time to get super competitive, with your pb or others. Ladies, step up for a very fast 5k. Impressive prizes await.
ELITE MEN - 5000M
Time to get super competitive, with your pb or others. Gents, step up for a very fast 5k. Impressive prizes await.
MEET OUR PACERS
A little insight into the life of Caden Shields, one of New Zealand's best marathon runners. Filmed and edited by Upstream.
Oska Baynes won the Christchurch Marathon today and ran a PB in the process. Credits: Team CP
Clip from TV1 news where Angie talk about the challenges of the delayed Olympics and how it affects her unique situation. Credit: TVNZ