AUSTRALIA
SIMPSON DESERT
SIMPSON DESERT ULTRA TEAM 2024
EVENT DATES 1-2 JUNE 2024
BEGINNER FRIENDLY
Simpson Desert Ultra will be held on 1-2 June 2024 in Birdsville, Queensland, Australia.
QUICK FACTS: Suitable for complete beginners through to those who have been running up to marathon distance.
Team members will be selected to become part of a supportive community to train (virtually) and attend this event with Cath Wallis @cath.wallis and will receive the following:
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access to a very supportive group, who understands all the emotions around preparing for and completing a difficult trail event
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5mth (20 week) personalised training plan, created bespoke for YOU, based on YOUR starting fitness, focusing on running and/or hiking, to ensure you achieve your GOAL
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Private Facebook group exclusive to the group, run by Cath Wallis
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Guidance on gear, clothing, food, hydration
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Team photos on top of Big Red and pre-event team Pasta dinner
Event information:
For full event details head to the event website here.
Distances: 25kms/50kms/75kms/100kms
Team members welcome for ALL distances
COSTS: Team members will be responsible for paying for their transport, accommodation and event entry.
Team membership: A$399 (split payments available on request)
TEAM SELECTION: Cath is passionate about getting people outdoors, regardless of body type or previous experience. Successful applicants will be those who are taking a BIG step out of their comfort zone - and are committed to training for and succeeding in this event. Our TEAM is open to males and females, and your body size is irrelevant. You must however, be able to obtain a medical clearance from your doctor that you are able to participate.
HOW TO APPLY: Please complete the form below, and explain:
- why you would like to be chosen for the team?
- are you a runner, a hiker or a run/walker?
Applications Open now!. Training Program begins 2 January 2024. Event 1-2 June 2024.