Something for Everyone -Inclusive event
| Author | Date | Message |
|---|---|---|
| Niamh O'Ceallaigh | Jun 17 2024, 12:19am | The Wobbly Bridge race which will take place on Wednesday 19th June will strive to be as inclusive as possible, there will be 4 options to choose from. 1. The regular "long route". 8km. Well marked and marshalled. Chip timed. 7:30pm start from Yellow start 2. The regular"short course". 4.3km. Suitable for children under 14 or anybody who prefers a shorter race. Chip timed. Children taking part in this race must wear a yellow bib to ensure they are directed on the correct route by marshals. 7:35pm start from Yellow start 3. The Blue Route. 2km run, jog, walk. This is for any children who feel more comfortable running a shorter distance. Register online as normal for this race. It is also suitable for anybody who would like to try out trail running including those that may have a disability that would make participation in a longer route difficult. This route will mainly be on good quality trail with a short section on a rough downhill path. The route will be well marked and marshalled. As per IMRA rules, children under 12 years old must be accompanied by an adult throughout. No chip timing. Times will be published on IMRA Forum. 7:40pm start from the Blue start (wobbly bridge) 4. Accessible challenge run/roll for kids of all ages. A wheelchair/buggy accessible individual challenge. Choose whether you want to complete 200m, 300m or 400m. A small prize for all participants. Parents must supervise their kids. No registration required. Vehicle access to start location available for those with mobility issues. Please contact Niamh on 085 1445209 in advance if you need vehicular access. 7:10pm start from the Blue start (wobbly bridge) |
| Sean Forsyth | Jun 17 2024, 11:24am | Great stuff Niamh. Brilliant to see a shorter Junior course on, something I am in favour of big time |
| Alan Kennedy | Jun 17 2024, 12:33pm | Well done Niamh on having all the inclusive options. |
| Conor Murphy | Jun 27 2024, 9:51am | "It is also suitable for anybody who would like to try out trail running including those that may have a disability that would make participation in a longer route difficult." Niamh, you deserve huge praise and support from ever member of IMRA for considering runners who would be excluded from many events. As Graham Clifford recently said in the context of Sanctuary Runners - "reaching out to include everyone is so vital". Your post along with Maggie Lawler's Trail Criu proposals and Peter O'Farrell's low carbon Ticknock race are real pointers to the future of this sport, where issues like inclusivity and the environment play a much more important role. Well done and thank you. |
