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Brisbane Marathon Festival
Organiser: Visit Brisbane
One of the most historic events on the Queensland running calendar, the Brisbane Marathon Festival has iconic resonance with the 1982 Commonwealth Games where the famed Robert de Castella was first across the line in a celebrated victory. This magnificent day embarked a running frenzy in Brisbane where the first official Brisbane Marathon was open to the public in 1992.Celebrating...
Gold Coast Marathon 2024
Organiser: Gold Coast Marathon
The Gold Coast Marathon is famous for its flat. fast and scenic course located alongside the city’s renowned surf beaches and stunning Broadwater. 60% of participants achieve a personal best time each year and it’s perfect if you’re aiming for a Boston Marathon qualification.2km Junior DashJoin hundreds of youngsters aged between 5 and 10 in the 2km Junior Dash held...
THE GUZZLER ULTRA 2024
Organiser: The Guzzler
The Guzzler Ultra is Brisbane’s very own trail ultra; presented by The Trail Co. and made possible by Brissie’s thriving trail running community. 99% trails and 100% fun, you’ll run past Brisbane’s oldest reservoirs in the order they were built. Challenge yourself over 10km, 21km, 50km or 100km of Brisbane's epic trail network.20 July 2024 - 21 July 2024Mt Coot-tha,...
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Surfers Paradise parkrun - Gold Coast
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
When is it?
Every Saturday Morning. See website for exact time.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free!
How to join in?
Visit the parkrun website to sign up and learn more about how to participate.
** About Surfers Paradise parkrun **
Surfers Paradise parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday. It is not a race against other runners, but a...
Broadbeach Waters parkrun - Gold Coast
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
When is it?
Every Saturday Morning. See website for exact time.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free!
How to join in?
Visit the parkrun website to sign up and learn more about how to participate.
** About Broadbeach Waters parkrun **
Broadbeach Waters parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday. It is not a race against other runners, but a...
Kids Tennis Classes @ Gold Coast PCYC
Hot Shots Tennis: Fun Kids Classes and Tennis Lessons
Hot Shots Tennis is a fun way for children aged 3-10+ years old to play and learn tennis. Each Stage provides the right equipment and court size for kids to play tennis at their ability and interest. Games and activities are designed with our Play to Learn philosophy which recognizes the importance of play, appropriate challenge, and learning new skills.
The benefits of the program go beyond learning tennis to also promote life skills such as...
Kids Tennis Classes @ Surfers Paradise State School
Hot Shots Tennis: Fun Kids Classes and Tennis Lessons
Hot Shots Tennis is a fun way for children aged 3-10+ years old to play and learn tennis. Each Stage provides the right equipment and court size for kids to play tennis at their ability and interest. Games and activities are designed with our Play to Learn philosophy which recognizes the importance of play, appropriate challenge, and learning new skills.
The benefits of the program go beyond learning tennis to also promote life skills such as building...
Tennis lessons in Gold Coast for all levels
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Marathon in Australia
A marathon is a long-distance running event with an official
distance of 42.195 kilometers, usually run as a road race.
Participating in a marathon can be a challenging and rewarding
experience, and there are a few things that you can expect when
you decide to run one.
First, you will need to train for several months to build your
stamina and endurance. Training for a marathon typically involves
running several times a week, increasing the distance of your runs
over time, and incorporating other forms of exercise such as
strength training and cross-training. It's essential to be
consistent with your training and to listen to your body to avoid
injury.
On race day, you can expect a large turnout of runners and
spectators. As a result, you will need to arrive at the starting
line well before the race begins to pick up your bib and have
enough time to warm up and stretch. During the race, you will run
through a course that is typically lined with cheering spectators,
and you will likely pass several aid stations where you can grab a
drink or a snack.
After crossing the finish line, you will be greeted with cheers,
collect your medal, and enjoy the post-race festivities. You will
feel a sense of accomplishment, and it will be a moment you will
cherish for the rest of your life.