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A fantastic and easy way to raise money for Concern is through a sponsored walk/run. These can be as small as 2km walk/run in your town, or as big as an international event like the New York Marathon. Walks and runs are constantly organised throughout Ireland and the UK, so check out which are of interest to you.
Running Events

Do you want to run in one of the greatest marathons in the world? Not only will running the 2010 Lifestyle Sports - adidas Dublin Marathon, Monday, 25th October be one of the best experiences of your life, raising money for Concern will also mean thousands of children in Africa can gain one of the greatest experiences of their lives - an education.

As well as the great support we will also be happy to provide you with:

  • Running seminars and a Chirunning workshop
  • Concern running vest 
  • Great fundraising and training tips
  • A free online fundraising service
  • Sponsorship forms and other fundraising materials


So what are you waiting for? Sign up TODAY and be part of the Concern team.

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To ensure that you get the best out of this magical day we will be hosting a series of exclusive training days.  Catherina McKiernan who won the London marathon in 1998 and still holds the Irish record for the Amsterdam marathon in the same year will be sharing her knowledge of ChiRunning.  John Treacy who is Irelands former World Champion and Olympic Silver medallist will also be attending to share his personal experiences.  It will be a great way to prepare you to run the best marathon you can.

Running seminars in brief:

 

  • 28th March: Introduction to running a marathon
  • 17th - 18th: Exclusive Training weekend which also includes a 2 months subscription to George Anderson’s online marathon coaching website, eBook Strength Training for Runners and a 20 minute personal coaching call with George Anderson
  • August (TBC): FREE Chi Running workshop with Catherina McKiernan.
  • 26th September: Final preparations

 

The course is largely flat and is a single lap, starting and finishing close to the City Centre. The start will be in Fitzwilliam Square East and the finish will be in Merrion Square West. Conditions for marathon running are ideal.

What is the date of the race for 2010?
The race will be run on 25th October 2010.

What is the start time of the race?
Wheelchair entrants start at 08.55 hrs. and there is one mass start for ALL at 09:00 hrs.

When can I enter?
Entries are open now but must be received by 17:00 hrs. C.E.T on Monday 4th October. There will be no late entries at registration or on race day.

How do I enter?
Visit www.dublinmarathon.ie for all entry details

How much is the entry fee?
before 17:00 C.E.T. August 1st 70 Euros
before 17:00 C.E.T. September 1st 80 Euros 
before 17:00 C.E.T. October 4th 90 Euros 

Where is the start of the race?
The start of the race will be on Fitzwilliam Street Upper

For more answers to your questions please visit www.dublinmarathon.ie