The 22nd Dis-Chem Half Marathon and 5km Fun Run, presented by Momentum Multiply, is known to sell out within a couple of weeks of entries opening. There are 6000 entries available for the 21km race and all entrants will receive a technical race T-shirt and goodie bag. Entries close on 15 December or once the 6000 available entries are sold. The 5km Fun Run will be back and there are 1000 entries available that will all get a pair of Centrum branded socks.
The 22nd Dis-Chem Half Marathon and 5km Fun Run is being hosted on 14 January 2024. The route remains unchanged, winding its way through the hills of Bedfordview, Morninghill and Primrose, providing runners with a challenging route and spectacular views. Gauteng’s premier half marathon is proudly hosted by Bedfordview Country Club Athletics. Race marshals will be stationed along the route, providing encouragement to the runners. There will be six water points along the route with Coke and water sachets.
Charnia Yapp, Race Director, said, ‘Bedfordview Country Club Athletics looks forward to hosting the 22nd race with a fresh rebrand. We are delighted to continue the journey with Dis-Chem and co-sponsors who make races like ours possible for novice and seasoned runners to enjoy.’
‘We are extremely proud of our 22-year sponsorship of the event,’ said Brandon Fairweather, Health Category Marketing Manager for Dis-Chem Pharmacies. ‘The promotion of a healthy lifestyle, and our emphasis on overall well-being has always been an anchor to the Dis-Chem brand, and this focus, supported by an ongoing investment in sport, simply echoes the brand promise that ‘Better Health Starts Here’. The long-standing relationship with Bedfordview Country Club Athletics has served us well, and we have no doubt the team will deliver another first-class event.’
We thank the following co-sponsors: Centrum, Norflex Gel, Smecta, TransAct, Essentiale ViralChoice, Biogen, Vaseline and Gillette for their support. Their contributions remain crucial to ensuring the continued success of the event. The Dis-Chem Half Marathon is now also presented by Momentum Multiply and we would like to welcome our new sponsor onboard for the next three years. Momentum Multiply is a wellness rewards programme that rewards members from day one for looking after their mental and physical well-being.
‘You earn rewards from day one for making healthy choices and for every step you take to improve your overall health. We’re excited to partner with the Dis-Chem Half Marathon and 5km Dash because it aligns with getting our members to make healthier choices and stay active,’ said Márcia Eugenio – Head of Multiply Incentivised Wellness for Momentum Health Solutions.
The Half Marathon will have a seeded start and will be timed. The race starts in Riley Road at 06:00am on Sunday 14 January 2024. The 5km Dash will be timed and it starts at 06:30am on the same day.
Club gazebos, catering, locker and shower facilities will be available at the finish. Funds will be raised for the two race charities: Lambano Sanctuary for orphaned children with HIV and the Namaqua Dog and Donkey Foundation, which undertakes the sterilisation, vaccination and treatment of animals in informal settlements on the East Rand. All donations by runners, over and above their entry fee, will be matched by the Dis-Chem Foundation.
Enter online now. The 21km race general entry is R230 and 5km Dash race entry is R100.
Bedfordview Country Club – Athletics
Race contact: WhatsApp 083 287 6792
info@dischem21.co.za
https://www.dischem21.co.za
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https://bedfordviewathletics.co.za
