Garmin 2km Junior Dash
Race Information |
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| Distance | 2km |
| Date | Saturday 4 July 2020 |
| Entries close | Friday 3 July (8pm AEST) |
| Recommended arrival time | 8:25am |
| Start time | 9:25am |
| Minimum age | 5-10 |
| Fee | Early bird $25 (until 30 April) Standard $45 (from 1 May) |
| Cut off time | 20 minutes (Policies & Etiquette) |
Please note: Prams and wheelchairs are not permitted in this event. Please enter your child in the Gold Coast Airport Fun Run if they are required to participate in a wheelchair.
Parental Information
One parent/guardian may accompany a child free of charge in the Garmin 2km Junior Dash if they deem this necessary. All parents accompanying the child must wear the associated event wristband to gain access to the course. To register for the Accompanying Parent Wristband please complete the required section within the entry form when registering your child.
Parent Recovery Access
Parents/guardians will have access to the Junior Dash Recovery Area. There will be three meeting points and we encourage each parent/guardian to let your child know which colour you will be standing near as a meeting point. The following colours will be used – blue, orange and green.
Collect your race number
Before participating in the Garmin 2km Junior Dash you must collect your race number from the Check In Centre before 5pm (AEST) Friday 3 July. There is no race day collection. Please complete the emergency contact information on the back of your number once received.
ASICS Sport & Leisure Expo
The ASICS Sport & Leisure Expo will be held at the Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre in Broadbeach from Thursday 2 – Saturday 4 July and will feature more than 50 exhibitors. Free admission for the general public!
Getting to the start line
Whether you drive and park, catch a bus or tram, get dropped off or walk if you are staying close by, it’s important to plan how you’ll get to and from the race precinct. Please ensure you arrive at least one hour before your race.
Race Precinct
The Race Precinct is located at the Broadwater Parklands, Marine Parade in Southport. It is where the start and finish lines are located and is the centre of all the action and atmosphere on race weekend.
Start Zones
Ensure you assemble in your start zone as indicated by the letter printed on your race number. Please be aware that anyone found deliberately running out of their designated start zone may be disqualified without a race result.
Course Map
The Garmin 2km Junior Dash is famous for its flat, fast and scenic course located alongside the city’s renowned surf beaches and broadwater. Familiarise yourself with the course’s kilometre markers and toilets.
Policies & Etiquette
Before racing in the Garmin 2km Junior Dash it’s important you read and understand the cut off policy, race policy, race etiquette and weather policy. These policies are to ensure the safety of all participants over race weekend.
Aid stations and medical
Familiarise yourself with the medical stations on the Garmin 2km Junior Dash course.
Spectators
Be a part of the buzz and excitement of the Garmin 2km Junior Dash by lining the Gold Coast streets from Southport to Labrador and encourage thousands of runners to glory.
Audience Guide
Tell your friends and family to watch the good times via the live stream hosted on our website, Facebook and YouTube on Sunday 5 July as well as television, radio, online and social media.
Results
See if you achieved a personal best or how you fared against other runners with our live results featuring split times. You can also print off your finisher certificate, share your result socially and purchase an iTaB.
Purchase your photos
Commemorate your run by viewing and purchasing your Garmin 2km Junior Dash race photos from the event’s official photographer Marathon-Photos.com. You can also view and purchase photos from each year since 2001.
Purchase your iTab
An iTaB is a personalised medal insert, engraved with your name and net time that fits neatly in to the back of your finishers’ medal. Purchase one with your registration or after your event.
Finisher rewards
Collect your Garmin 2km Junior Dash cap at the Check In Centre and commemorative medal in the Nu Pure Recovery Area after the race. You can also download your finisher certificate after the event.
FAQ
Do you have a question about the Garmin 2km Junior Dash? Before contacting us directly, we suggest viewing our FAQ as we may already have the answer to your enquiry.
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