🏃♂️🏃♀️ S.P.I.T. Marathon for Mental Health Awareness 🧠🏅
Embark on a collective journey where every step signifies more than physical endurance—it champions the noble cause of Mental Health Awareness. Welcome to the S.P.I.T. Marathon, an event set to make a substantial impact on the mental well-being of our diverse community.
🌐 Event Details:
- Date: 25th February
- Venue: Sardar Patel Institute of Technology
🌟 Purpose:
- Shatter the silence surrounding mental health issues
- Advocate for mental well-being
- Cultivate empathy and foster open dialogue
🏁 Races:
- 🏅 5 Km Joy Run
- 🏅 5 Km Timed Run
- 🏅 10 Km Timed Run
🎗️ Eligibility Criteria:
- 10 Km Timed Run: 14 years and above (Born before 26th Feb 2010)
- 5 Km Timed Run: 8 years and above (Born before 26th Feb 2016)
- 5 Km Joy Run: Open for all
*For participants below the age of 8, a consent form must be signed by their parent/guardian.
🏆 Age Categories and Awards:
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10km (Timed):
- 18-30 years old (Fastest 3 Male and Female)
- 31-50 years old (Fastest 3 Male and Female)
- 51 and above (Fastest Male and Female)
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5km (Timed):
- 18-30 years old (Fastest 3 Male and Female)
- 31-50 years old (Fastest 3 Male and Female)
- 51 and above (Fastest Male and Female)
*No cash prize for participants under 18 years old.
💰 Refund Policy:
- In case of cancellation, alternate options for upcoming events will be offered.
- Full refund if notified 10 days before the event at [email protected].
📝 Waiver Statement:
- Participants certify their physical capability, absolving organizers of liability.
- Permission granted to use event-related material for promotional purposes.
- Loss of personal belongings is the participant's responsibility.
🚧 Rules and Regulations:
- Race timing recorded on a mat-to-mat basis.
- Registrations close on 19th Feb 2024 or when the limit is reached.
- ID proof required for age verification.
- BIB non-transferable, non-refundable.
- Finishers Medal and E-certificates provided.
- Time limits: 5 km - 60 mins, 10 km – 100 mins.
📞 FAQs:
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When and where do I collect my running bib?
- Bibs collected 1-2 days before at S.P.I.T. Entrance.
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What do I need for bib collection? Can someone else collect?
- ID proof and verification mail screenshot required. Others can collect with necessary documents.
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I made a mistake in registration. How do I correct it?
- Mail corrections to [email protected].
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Can overseas applicants apply? What documents needed?
- Yes, bring a passport for identification.
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Where to find results?
- Timings via SMS immediately after the race. Results online post-event.
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Can I register on the event day?
- No, register before the deadline.
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Where to check S.P.I.T. Marathon 2024 route?
- Official Instagram: @marathon_spit, @sports_spit, @rc_spit. Pamphlet on bib collection day.
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Runner with special needs information?
- No allocated volunteers. Accompany with a guide.
Join us in breaking barriers and fostering a culture of support and understanding. Let's strive for wellness, one step at a time! 🌈👟 #SPITMarathon #MentalHealthAwareness #RunForACause