March Wellness Month

Two Events, One Goal: Get Active and Fundraise!

The Classic 100 – March Challenge

For the sixth consecutive year, Classic Builders is hosting the Classic 100, and we’re thrilled to have been selected as their charity partner. This challenge encourages participants to get moving by completing 100 kilometres over the course of March – a great way to kickstart your fitness goals.

Whether you’re walking, running, cycling, or even hitting the gym, every step counts. You can track your kilometres through daily activities, from walking around the office to heading out for your lunch break jog. You will be surprised how easy it is to reach the 100 km target – for example, if you walk the Hatea Loop (4.2 km), just 23 times throughout the month, you’ll tick it off!

You can take part as an individual or rally your whānau, friends, and colleagues to form a team. The first 150 people to register will receive an event shirt to wear proudly while you’re getting active!

Once you’ve registered, don’t forget to set up your fundraising page on Givealittle. Fundraising for I Have a Dream is a great way to motivate yourself and others to reach their fitness goals while supporting a fantastic cause.

Learn more about how this event will help I Have a Dream here.

Chilltech Beach to Basin – Sunday, 2 March

The iconic Chilltech Beach to Basin event has been a Whangārei tradition since 1978, attracting thousands of participants each year, from seasoned athletes to parents with prams. This whānau-friendly event is all about encouraging everyone to get active and have a good time, with the emphasis on inclusion – no matter your fitness level.

This year, I Have a Dream is honoured to be one of the two charities Sport Northland has chosen to fundraise for. Along with Life Education Trust, we’re excited to have your support, so when you sign up, you’ll have the option to choose which charity you’d like to back.

In addition to fundraising, you can contribute to I Have a Dream by making a direct donation or sponsoring one of our Dreamers to take part in the event. And as a special bonus, every adult who registers for the Chilltech Beach to Basin is entered into the draw to win a 2024 Suzuki Swift – an exciting incentive as part of Sport Northland’s Run/Walk Series.

Course Details (with maps available here):

• GJ Gardener 10k (Adults and Kids): Starting at Beach Road in Onerahi, this course follows the Waimahanga Track and continues down Waimahanga Road, onto Onerahi Road, Riverside Drive, Dave Culham Drive linking to Hātea before finishing at Pūtahi Park in the Town Basin.
• 6.8k: This course starts at Onerahi Sports Park and follows a similar route, connecting to Riverside Drive and the Hātea Loop before finishing at Pūtahi Park.
• 2.3k: A shorter option for tamariki and beginners, starting at William Fraser Memorial Park and following the Hātea Loop to Pūtahi Park.

Each route will have water stations along the way, and participants will receive a cup of water and a banana at the finish line. Be sure to stick around for the spot prize draws too!

Need shoes or sports gear to get involved?

If you need support with footwear for the event, our community partner, ReSport Charitable Trust, is available to help those who might not be able to afford suitable shoes. Don’t hesitate to get in touch with them for more information.

Not only do both events support I Have a Dream through fundraising, but they also complement each other perfectly. Sign up for the Classic 100 and get a head start on your kilometres, then add your steps from the Chilltech Beach to Basin to your total!

Don’t miss out on these incredible Northland events – sign up today and be sure to tag, share, and invite your whānau and friends to join in the fun. Let’s make this March a month of action, positivity, and support for our community!

Get in touch with ReSport:
 Request gear – https://lnkd.in/g9tjMQgr
 Call us: 0800 000 626
 Email: info@resport.co.nz
 Visit: www.resport.co.nz