There’s a new event on the Gauteng running calendar, with the inaugural Decathlon Melrose Mile set to take place in September, courtesy of Wannado Events and Melrose Arch.
It’ll see runners racing through the streets of Melrose Arch’s “European-style” precinct on Thursday, 19 September, offering an exciting challenge for competitive runners, novices, and running enthusiasts alike, as they take on the one-mile (1.6km) course.
The scenic Melrose precinct will provide the backdrop for runners, with the event designed for all fitness enthusiasts.
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The Decathlon Melrose Mile will take place in the evening of the 19th, from 18h00, in and around Melrose Arch Piazza.
According to the organisers, there will be ample parking in the Melrose Arch basement parking and below is some detail on race categories and entry fees, with entries limited to 300 participants per batch:
- Family & Friends (R100) – this category caters to walkers, kids, pram pushers, joggers, dog walkers, social runners and Instagrammers
- Juniors ’12-17′ (R150)
- Open ’18 – 39′ (R180)
- Masters ’40 and over’ (R180)
- Team of 5 runners (R800 per team)
- Bosses and CEO’s (R1,600) – entry includes access to the VIP area to mingle and network
“The Decathlon Melrose Mile is more than just a race. It’s a celebration of community, fitness, and the unique energy of Melrose Arch. We are thrilled to be hosting this exciting event and look forward to seeing runners of all ages and abilities take part,” said Khanyi Moyo, Marketing Manager at Melrose Arch.
For more information and to register, visit https://www.wannado.co.za/themile or Melrose Arch’s official website.