Virtual Run

Can’t make it to Brisbane? Join us virtually!

 

CLICK HERE FOR VIRTUAL 2022 RESULTS

Sign up now to take part in Run Army 22, from your own neighbourhood.

We would love you to join us, to support our Australian Army soldiers and the families of our fallen and injured veterans.

Take on the 5km or 10km and pay tribute to the 41 Australian soldiers who lost their lives in Afghanistan, and the many more who were wounded, physically or mentally.

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Taking part in the Virtual Run Army events is easy!

  • 1. Sign up for your favourite event below.

    This event is for people of all ages and fitness levels and is designed to encourage people from all backgrounds to run.

  • 2. Support our soldiers

    Choose any day you would like to run between Sunday 17 and Sunday 24 April 2022. Run your distance, and record your run on your preferred device and/or platform. We suggest downloading STRAVA and joining the Run Army Australia group.

  • 3. Invite your friends

    Why not get your friends involved and raise money for Legacy?

  • 4. Share your page

    Share your results with the Run Army community! Upload your results, tag @runarmyau on Instagram, Facebook or Twitter and show your support.

Everything you need to know

Entry Fees

 
  • The virtual Run Army event is FREE to enter. Postage for the premium virtual event has now closed. All proceeds raised from the Virtual Run Army event to be distributed to participants’ local Legacy Club.

    We encourage you your friends and family to donate to your fundraising page as all proceeds raised from the Virtual Run Army event will be distributed to participants’ local Legacy Club.

What is included with my entry?

 
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    • A Virtual Run Army Bib to wear on your run.
    • Personalised downloadable finisher certificate.
    • Tag @runarmyau and be in the running to win fantastic sponsor prizes.

     

Make your run count

 
  • Make your run count by raising money for Legacy. Make a donation by clicking here.

Get your friends involved!

 
  • Invite your friends, family, school friends, work colleagues or sporting club and sign up as a team! Although you may not be able to run together, taking part brings our community closer together and promotes resilience, health and wellbeing. Signing up as a team is a great way to challenge yourself and keep yourself motivated!

Download your bib

 

Participants will receive a downloadable bib which can be printed off and worn when completing your run. It is not compulsory to wear your bib, but we encourage running with it to feel part of the Run Army community. It is also a great way to acknowledge the sacrifices made by our soldiers in the lead up to ANZAC Day.

What if I’m in the Army?

 

A number of Army bases have chosen to take part in the virtual run together. Have a look to see if your barracks or unit is signed up. If they are, you can join their group and receive information from local organisers (please note that Brisbane is the only Run Army planned event open to public participation). If you can’t find them or want to host a virtual event on behalf of your unit or barracks contact run.army@defence.gov.au.

Satellite Run Army Events for Defence personnel:

    • Puckapunyal – 0800 Saturday 09 April 2022 , Puckapunyal Military Area. Join one of the following teams to take part: ‘Army School of Transport’, School of Artillery, ‘School of Armoured’, ‘CATC-HQ’ or ‘Army Knowledge Centre’.
    • Watsonia – 1300 Thursday 21 April 2022 at the Long Green, Simpson Barracks. Join the ‘Simpson Barracks-VIC’ team to take part.
    • Wagga Wagga – 0700 Thursday 21 April 2022. Apex Park, Lake Albert, Wagga Wagga. Join the ‘1RTB’ team to take part.
    • Canberra – 0730 Friday 29 April 2022 at the Scheyville field AFL Oval, Duntroon Garrison. Join the ‘Royal Military College –Duntroon’ team to take part.
    • Perth – 0730 Thursday 21 April 2022 at Saw Avenue, Kings Park. Join the ’13 Brigade’ team to take part.
    • Townsville – 0700 Thursday 28 April 2022 at Lavarack Barracks.
    • Hobart – TBC

Virtual results submission

 

 

 

All times must be submitted by midnight 24 April 2022

    1. On Saturday 16 April 2022, download your official virtual race bib number by clicking the results link on the website and searching for your name.
    2. Use your GPS watch or GPS app on your phone e.g. Strava, Garmin, and run your registered distance.
    3. Upload your run to Strava, Garmin, or any other online platform which shows a record/summary of your completed distance and time.
    4. Once your run is complete and uploaded to your selected online platform submit your result by searching for your name.
    5. Upload a photo of your completed run results and record your finish time and submit your finish time by following the prompts
    6. Download your finisher certificate & watch the race unfold online.
    7. Tag us in your Facebook and Instagram photos with #RunArmy

Funds raised from the virtual event will go to local Legacy Clubs.

Donate

Need help getting ready?

On sign up, you will receive an 8 week training program to your nominated email address. This program is designed to help runners of all abilities to get ready for the event.

Don’t forget to take a selfie and tag @runarmyau!