Events:
Another action packed month for Extreme Ballbuster, Heather Irvine (heather@outsider.ie). It all kicked off with an abseil from the top of the Aviva Stadium at the launch of the inaugural Dublin Adventure Race which takes place on 21 May 2011 (www.dublindaresyou.com) This race will be a challenging adventure race which will use Dublin as an extreme playground! Compeitiors will have to run, cycle and kayak at various points around the city, they will also be required to abseil from the top of the Aviva Stadium.
The month of May is action packed with exciting events happening all over the country.
Some highlights include:
Yoga and surf weekend
6-8 May 2011
Yoga guru Rani has teamed up with the lads at TurfnSurf to offer yoga retreats with a difference. Over the course of the weekend you will have four yoga lessons, two surf lessons, two nights' accommodation, breakfasts, lunches and one dinner, all for €285. Further details at www.turfnsurf.ie
Connemara Adventure Challenge
7 May 2011
31km in total, this race has three disciplines: trail/mountain running, kayaking and cycling. The course will be mega and the scenery spectacular, so now all we need is some great weather to top it off! Further details at www.gaelforceevents.com
Biking Blitz, Ticknock
8 May 2011
Due to popular demand, the Biking Blitz is back. The event will mark the official opening of the Ticknock trails which is a milestone occasion for the mountain biking world. The race route is 8km and there will be three categories. Baggy shorts will be one lap, the super pro will be two laps and racer heads will complete three laps. Seniors start at 12pm while juniors (U8-U16) start at 10am. Further details at www.biking.ie
Runamuck
14 May 2011
A cross-country running event that will take you across a very wet and mucky course. Competitors will be required to throw themselves over hay bales, wade through streams, crawl under muddy nets and swing from ropes over trenches. You will be left with mud in every nook and cranny, but it is well worth it. This event guarantees laughter from start to finish. Further details at www.runamuckchallenge.com
Calcutta Run
14 May 2011
A 10km run around the Phoenix Park starting and finishing up in the Law Society at Blackhall Place. This event is perfect for the whole family as there is a whole host of things like bouncy castles to keep the kids entertained while mum and dad tuck into a well-earned BBQ while listening to the Guinness Jazz band. Further details at www.calcuttarun.com
Run Kildare
15 May 2011
This event offers a 10km, half marathon and full marathon. The course will take you around the flat plains of the Curragh finishing up at the racecourse where there will be a picnic and entertainment to reward you for your efforts! Further details at www.kildaremarathon.ie
Clare Burren Marathon
22 May 2011
A challenging course that has a series of steep inclines and will bring you off road at some points. This event is well worth the effort as you will be treated to a view like none other. You can choose from full marathon, half marathon or 10km depending on your fitness levels. Further details at www.clareburrenmarathonchallenge.com
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