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42 kilometres. Limited spots. 1 life-changing experience.
- Honda LA
Marathon
18 March 2012
Seeking to capitalise on the exhilaration induced by the 1984 Olympics, Los Angeles launched “Stadium to the Sea”. You’ll loop around the oldest and newest parts of this rapidly growing cityscape as you catch glimpses of the celebrated Hollywood sign.
You can mentally check off your sight-seeing list while racing past the Walk of Fame, Chinatown, the Grauman’s Chinese Threatre, and Beverly Hills.
Running along historic Route 66 into gorgeous, sunny Santa Monica, you'll finish the marathon with views of the Pacific Ocean as you collapse onto the soft sand and marvel at what you just accomplished for an amazing cause.
Fast Facts
Dates: 13-19 March 2012
Physical activity: 42 km running
Accommodation: Twin share
(Centrally located city hotel)
Fundraising target: $9,595
($6,000 donated to Kids Helpline and $3,595 for travel costs and travel insurance, not including airport taxes at approx. $200)
Funds direct to charity: $6,000
Registration fee: $700
Please note the registration fee is in addition to the fundraising target and is non-refundable.
- Marathon de
Paris
15 April 2012
People escape to Paris to indulge in art, food, fashion, and, for the truly passionate among you, marathons for charity.
You’ll start from the Champs-Élysées going downhill as smells of fresh bread intoxicate your senses. Past the Louvre, you pour into the heart of Paris propelled ahead by promises of wine and cheese at the 35 km mark.
Now you’ll move along the Seine under a series of tunnels before emerging at the Eiffel Tower, triumphant and ready to celebrate the night away.
Fast Facts
Dates: 11-16 April 2012
Physical activity: 42 km running
Accommodation: Twin share
(Centrally located city hotel)
Fundraising target: $11,831
($8,000 donated to Kids Helpline and $3,831 for travel costs and travel insurance, not including airport taxes at approx. $170)
Funds direct to charity: $8,000
Registration fee: $700
Please note the registration fee is in addition to the fundraising target and is non-refundable.
- Beijing International
Marathon
October 2012
Allow yourself to get swept away by the magnetic energy of the Beijing Marathon.
You’ll race off from famous Tiananmen Square before pounding towards the enchanting Temple of Heaven.
You turn west to the lake district and pass ancient universities and grand international embassies before finishing at the National Olympic Sports Centre – The Bird’s Nest Arena – wearing a big smile weighted with exhilaration, relief, and pride.
Fast Facts
Dates: October 2012
Physical activity: 42 km running
Accommodation: Twin share
(Centrally located city hotel)
Fundraising target: $8,160
($6,000 donated to Kids Helpline and $2,160 for travel costs and travel insurance, not including airport taxes at approx. $330)
Funds direct to charity: $6,000
Registration fee: $700
Please note the registration fee is in addition to the fundraising target and is non-refundable.
- National Lottery
Dublin Marathon
29 October 2012
The Dublin Marathon falls on a public holiday in Ireland, bringing thousands of spectators to the street to cheer you on as you lap the city centre.
Known as “The Friendly Marathon”, running Dublin takes you through the historic Georgian streets populated by pubs and laughter.
You’ll pass the finish line proud at what you’ve accomplished in support of an incredible charity, and ready to join your fellow marathoners for a pint of Guinness at a bustling tavern.
Fast Facts
Dates: 25-30 October 2012
Physical activity: 42 km running
Accommodation: Twin share
(Centrally located city hotel)
Fundraising target: $9,440
($6,000 donated to Kids Helpline and $3,440 for travel costs and travel insurance, not including airport taxes at approx. $150)
Funds direct to charity: $6,000
Registration fee: $700
Please note the registration fee is in addition to the fundraising target and is non-refundable.
“I am here to guide and support you all the way to reach your fundraising goal. Together we can turn your energy, commitment and dedication into fundraising success for Kids Helpline. The key is to plan, prepare and be positive. I'm here to help!”
– Nadia Killeen (pictured below), Inspired Adventures Account Manager and NY Marathon 2011 charity runner
About Kids Helpline
Every 90 seconds Kids Helpline speaks to a young person
Every 10 minutes a counselling session starts
Every 25 minutes those counselling sessions relate to issues such as bullying, mental health concerns, drug and alcohol abuse, self injury and suicide
Kids Helpline receives almost 9,000 calls and online contacts each week and responds to more than 5,000 of these contacts. Your support will enable Kids Helpline to be there for young people when they reach out for help.
About Inspired Adventures
Inspired Adventures designs, manages and leads charity challenges and marathons for people of all ages and fitness levels. Our 2011 NYC Marathon program is on target to raise $600,000 for 5 charities across Australia! These inspired adventures and inspired marathons will empower you to change the world, and let the world change you.
