Pre-Race Information

Welcome to the 13th Annual Sri Chinmoy Running and Fitness Festival. The information on this sheet is designed to assist you upon arrival at the event and ensure you have a great day. Please take a moment to read it.

RACE NUMBERS

From early May onwards all registered entrants will be sent their race number. You are required to wear this number visibily pinned to the front of your garment at all times while participating in your event. The number should not be pinned below the perforation, this section is removed at the finish line for results processing. Event chest numbers are colour coded in the following way:

• Red - Marathon
• Blue - Half Marathon
• Green - 10km
• Yellow - 4km

The chest number colors also correspond to race specfic km and directional markers along the course.

Please check that your race number colour corresponds to the event you have entered. If it doesn't go straight to the information desk at registration at least 30 minutes before the 8AM start time and have your number re-issued or contact our office prior to event day. Please note that all numerals are written in dark blue and the event color refers to the background paper.

TIMING

This year the Festival will be using Blue Chip Timing to provide fast and accurate timing for the event. All participants will be required to pick up their timing band on race morning from 6.45AM till 7.30AM. Simply present your race number to the Timing Band Marquee in order to your correct timing chip and attach the velcro timing band to your right ankle.

Entrants who register on race morning will be issued their timing band upon registration.

Once you cross the line, you will be required to return your timing band to the race officials.

Please note

• We can only provide times for participants who wear the correct timing band.
• Timing mats will only be positioned at the finish line, therefore everyones start time will be the same.
• There is a $30 recovery fee all unreturned timing bands

REGISTRATION

If you have already pre-entered there is no need to check in on the day. Activities at registration will include on-the-day entry, bag storage, merchandise pick-up and information desk. Registration is located at the marque next to the track side pavilion behind the Newport Park Recreation Centre. Please note that credit card and cheque payments can not be taken on race day.

RACE START

All races will start at 8AM. There will be pre-race briefing on the start line at 7.50AM.

SPECIAL NOTES FOR THE MARATHONERS

If you anticipate that you will take more that 5.5 hours to complete the marathon please call our event office on 9853 4731 or send an email to melbourne@srichinmoyraces.org.

The Sri Chinmoy Races would also like to honour those marathoners who are competing in their 10th Sri Chinmoy Running & Fitness Festival Marathon with a special award. If you are in these category please call our office on 9853 4731 or send an email to melbourne@srichinmoyraces.org.

PARKING

We suggest you park in the following areas: west side of The Strand, North Rd and Douglas Parade. Please note that there will be no parking at the front and rear carparks of the Newport Park Recreation Centre.

A course map and course description will be sent out to pre registered participants with their race number. The map will also be posted on the event website and will be displayed at the start / finish area on race day.

AID STATIONS

There are 7 aid stations on the course positioned approximately every 2km as well as at the registration and finish areas. We encourage you to hydrate well before, during and after your event. The aid stations supply Endura electrolyte drink and water. In addition there will be, fruit, coke and chocolate for those undertaking the Half-marathon and Marathon events.

MEDICAL

St John Ambulance will provide first aid support for the event and will be stationed at the finish compound and at strategic points along the course. A copy of the Sri Chinmoy Races Extreme Weather Policy is also available online.

RACE ETTIQUTE

Bikes, rollarblades and dogs are not permited on course. If you choose to run with a running stroller you will be required to start at the back of the field. We request that all competitors assemble on the line with fastest to the front and those walking to the rear. Walkers are requested to stay in single file when on the sections of bike path to allow passage for faster runners.

POST RACE BREAKFAST

After your run or walk enjoy a delicious hot pancake, Orgran Pasta, our famous apple crumble and other goodies.

MERCHANDISE

This year a commemorative CoolDry T-Shirt from the Festival is also available for purchase. A limited number of garments are still available for sale online and on the day. We encourage you to purchase early to avoid any disappointment.

RUNNING GOODS STALL

Reebok and The Athletes Foot will be in attendance with a running shoe display offering discounted merchandise for sale at the finish area.

FINISH CHUTE

When you cross the finish line a race official will assist you to remove your chest number tag for results processing and your time will be recorded. You will then be guided through the chute in single file.

Very Important Note: Please go through the chute only once and do not assist friends or your children through the chute if you have already finished as this can lead to errors in the result times.

AWARDS

Awards ceremonies and spot prize draws will take place as close as possible to the following times:

9.30AM - 10km Run, 4km Run & Walk
10.00AM - 10km Walk
10.30AM - Half Marathon
12.00PM - Marathon

Sri Chinmoy Races has introduced new award categories for all our running events across the globe. These are

• Trophies for the top 3 male & female competitors for each event.
• Medallions for the top 3 male & female competitors in the following age categories for each event.
  • Age U15 years (First, Second & Third) #4km only.
  • Age U18 years (First, Second & Third) #Half Marathon, 10km & 4km only.
  • Age 18-39 years (First, Second & Third)
  • Age 40-49 years (First, Second & Third)
  • Age 50-59 years (First, Second & Third)
  • Age 60-69 years (First, Second & Third)
  • Age 70-79 years (First, Second & Third)
  • Age 80+ years (First, Second & Third)
• Please note Sri Chinmoy Races no longer offers awards for walk categories.

All marathon finishers will receive a commemorative medallion when they cross the finish line to honour of their heroic achievement. We will also be awarding a special medallion for competitors who have completed 10 Sri Chinmoy Running & Fitness Festival Marathons, please notify us before race day if you are in this category.

SPOT PRIZES

Reebok, Endura, The Athletes Foot and Lifestyle Fitness, will be offering spotprizes to lucky participants at the awards ceremonies. You will need to detach your spot prize tag from your race number and place it in the spot prize tub located near the awards stage. You will need to be present to claim your prize.

RESULTS

A summary results for winners and place-getters will be available on the day at the awards ceremony. Complete results will be available after the event at www.srichinmoyraces.org/au