Sponsored: Ladies, it’s time to unleash your inner warrior as the women’s only Spartan race returns to the UAE for its third year running, but this time at a brand new location…

For the first time ever, the race will be taking place in Abu Dhabi at the Ghazal Golf Course on Friday October 25, in support of Breast Cancer Awareness month, and participants are encouraged to show your support and come to race day with at least one item of pink clothing; be it your race shirt, your hijab, or your race shoes!

This will also be the first edition of the race series to be run entirely by women. Whether a competitor, spectator or volunteer, only females will be permitted on the race course throughout the day.

The Spartan race is an obstacle course that takes place globally, renowned for its challenging yet exhilarating nature. It is the ultimate test of physical strength, mental fortitude and courage, yet will leave you with an overwhelming sense of achievement and satisfaction after crossing the finish line.

All ladies participating aged 15 and above will run the Spartan Sprint, which is 5km in distance and suitable for athletes of various abilities, whether a beginner or an elite. Throughout the course, all Spartan Women will be brought face to face with over 20 challenging and strenuous obstacles (think mud, fire and barbed wire), which will be sure to test your resilience.

SPARTAN RACE: Book your tickets now.

If you don’t want to face the gruelling challenge alone, team registrations are also available for you to join forces with your friends and tackle the formidable obstacles together.

There will also be a kids race for all the young girls courageous enough to take on the challenge. Distances will range between 800m and 3,200m and they will have to complete a variety of up to 15 obstacles. Most importantly, the race will be filled with fun and excitement for the girls.

If you’re willing to test your strengths and take on this challenge (all for an important cause), then this event isn’t something you will want to miss.

Register online now to guarantee yourself a spot.

Spartan Women’s Only race, Al Ghazal Golf Course, Abu Dhabi, Friday October 25, Spartan Sprint event starts at 8:30am on October 25 and kids races begin from 9am, Dhs301 for adults (15 years and over), and Dhs147 (children 14 and under (excl registration fees and tax). For more info, visit spartanarabia.com

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