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By Marcus Vercoe, Manager Sweat –
Staff Wellness Centre.
DHB Staff and SWEAT member discounts are
available for the first Tauranga International
Marathon – a range of run/walk distances
options available.
We are excited that an International Marathon is being organised
for the first time in Tauranga. It will be a regular event promoted
internationally and will no doubt become an important part of the
Bay’s tourism calendar.
The event takes place on Saturday 7 October and a weekend of
activities and entertainment is organised around the event village
including a ‘finish festival’ post event, at the finish line along the
Strand. Over 3,000 competitors are expected and we would like to
encourage you to become one of them.
A range of run/walk distances are available to suit all fitness levels
including Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km, 6km and a Kids
Dash event. The DHB and SWEAT gym are running a promotion
for all DHB staff, SWEAT members and their families to enter at a
10% discounted rate.
It’s lining up to be a fantastic event set against the stunning
backdrop of Tauranga Harbour. Helen Mason, Chief Executive
has committed to doing the Full Marathon and Letham White, GM
Corporate Services has committed to doing the Half Marathon
(barring injuries!), and they have both put the challenge out to
everyone to sign up for the distance that suits you, and become a
part of this historic event for the city.
Information and registration details can be found at
https://www.marathontauranga.co.nz/
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