Fitness Events

Yarra Valley Grape Run

Experience one of Victoria’s most beautiful and best known wine areas on the run or walk in the second annual Yarra Valley Grape Run on Saturday, 4 September 2010. With spectacularly scenic views of the valley and the Yarra Ranges, this community fitness event is a truly memorable experience – one not to be missed!

Located less than an hours drive from Melbourne, The Yarra Valley Grape Run is a unique event in Australia in that it is modelled on the illustrious South African Comrades Marathon, where the route alternates each year.

Starting On: Saturday, 4th of September 2010

Triathlon Pink

Sydney October 16, Sunshine Coast September 26, Gold Cost October 24, Perth November 7

The Triathlon Pink goals include: Challenge, participation, fun. Tri Pink is a women's only event, celebrating women's participation in sport.
Triathlon Pink is all about getting in and having a go with friends and family at an event that you will remember forever. You can compete as an individual and complete the whole course on your own or get together with a group of friends and compete as team where you can complete one of the legs much like a relay.

Starting On: Sunday, 26th of September 2010

Walk to Work Day

WHAT IS WALK TO WORK DAY (WTWD)
WTWD is an event to promote regular walking and physical activity. It is an annual, national event in which the community can become involved in a healthy and environmentally friendly activity.

Starting On: Friday, 1st of October 2010

Delhi Commonwealth Games 2010

3rd - 14th October

The 2010 games are to be held from 3-14 October. There will be 17 sports on the program for Delhi, these include; Archery, Aquatics, Athletics, Badminton, Boxing, Cycling, Gymnastics, Hockey, Lawn Bowls, Netball, Rugby 7s, Shooting, Squash, Table Tennis, Tennis, Weightlifting and Wrestling. The program will also include Elite Athletes with a Disability (EAD) Events. New and existing venues will be used to host the 17 sports. Delhi will also see the construction of a new low rise development in the heart of the capital for the athletes village. The village will be on 40 acres and have a capacity to host approximately 8,500 athletes and officials.

Starting On: Sunday, 3rd of October 2010

AIPT Personal Training Workshops and Events - PT Pro 2010

AIPT Personal Training Workshops and Events

PT Pro is the leading and most dynamic convention specifically developed for Personal Trainers and fitness professionals. More powerful than the average fitness event, PT Pro focuses on the complete development of a Personal Trainer and fitness professional and will enhance your knowledge and skills in Personal Training, provide self development, industry leadership, and tools for wealth creation and business growth.

PT Pro will feature exhilarating, inspiring and stimulating seminars and workshops across three must-attend days. Kick off PT Pro with the ‘Create Your Best Year Ever’ workshop presented by industry leader and business expert Paul Timms. You will map your personal and professional success for the next 12 months and beyond and be motivated to achieve your goals.

The main program will take your professional development to the next level with innovative and thought-provoking presentations in the streams of PT Business, PT Science and PT Practical. PT Business brings you proven tools to build your professional profile, client base and business. PT Science goes beyond conventional wisdom and breaks the mould with forward-thinking exercise and nutrition theory. PT Practical gives you a fresh outlook on your Personal Training with new training styles and innovative new ways to train clients. These three streams combine to provide you with the most practical and complete development as a Personal Trainer and fitness professional.

PT Pro will showcase the best presenters from the international business community and fitness community. Share in the expertise of networking and conference engagement consultant Tony Ryan, international network marketing professional Geoff Kirkwood, and fitness entrepreneur and industry leader Paul Timms. Gain practical advice for long term success from industry heavy-hitters Lauretta Stace (Fitness Australia), Richard Marc Toutounji (Meet Your PT), Ruth Pirihi (Radical Fitness Oceania) and Scott Krywulycz (PT Plus).

Dedicate October to your own personal and professional development and attend PT Pro. Register online NOW and avoid disappointment as tickets are limited and selling fast. Visit www.aipt.com.au/personal-training-events to book your seat or call 1300 13 84 34 for more information

Starting On: Saturday, 30th of October 2010

MS Sydney to the Gong Bike Ride

Help raise $4 million for people living with MS

The Gong Ride is a one of a kind fundraising event, pedaling in support of people living with MS.

Your fundraising efforts in the MS Sydney to the Gong Bike Ride are vital to MS Australia and the people/families living with MS. The Gong Ride is more than just an important date on Sydney’s sporting calendar – it is also Australia’s biggest fundraiser for people with MS. Last year over $3.1 million was directly fundraised by riders on the Gong Ride in 2010 we are aiming for a massive $4,000,000!

Enter online at www.gongride.org.au or contact the events team on 1300 733 690. We hope to see you on November 7!

Starting On: Sunday, 7th of November 2010

Urban Max Adventure Series

Brisbane 19/6/10, Perth 4/9/10, Sydney 20/11/10

The Urban Max is part adventure race, part scavenger hunt with a mix of the amazing race. It is a completely new format of racing that will take teams of two through the heart of the host city. Competitors will get to visit some of the cities most famous landmarks, as well as suburban areas, while completing a variety of activities along the way.

This event is for all skill and fitness levels, with a number of the activities needing more brainpower than muscle. Speed alone will not get you over the line first!

Starting On: Saturday, 20th of November 2010