Seen here: Ashleigh Singers in action during the “Competitive” IMPI Challenge. Photo Credit: Mark Sampson
The City Of Oaks was buzzing with excitement on Saturday, 6 April 2019 with thousands of adventure seekers eager and ready to experience obstacle course racing at its best at the IMPI Challenge #1 at Coetzenburg (Stellenbosch).
A trail run with a twist, the IMPI Challenge #1 featured a spectacular (and sometimes challenging) trail run route that boasted exciting obstacles (both natural and manmade) including the likes of: the Rawson Wall, Vietnam Crawl, Post Box, Wiggle Wiggle, Tyre Wall, Cargo Crossing and the Lily Pads to mention just a few.
Ashleigh Singers (Durbanville) was the entrant to beat in the women’s “Competitive” IMPI Challenge.
Singers claimed gold in the women’s race in a time of 01 hour 32 minutes 52 seconds. “The IMPI Challenge is the most awesome event ever. The vibe is absolutely stunning and this route is awesome. It’s tough, but you can still finish with makeup on,” laughs Singers.
Cornelia Burger (Durbanville) took the lead in the women’s “Competitive” IMPI Dash that featured a 5km trail run route with +- 12 obstacles.
Burger made her IMPI Dash debut on the day. “I’m a fitness coach. I train a lot and I enjoy being fit. It’s nice to challenge yourself and see what you are capable of doing. The IMPI Dash gave me the opportunity to test my fitness levels and see what I can do.
“The obstacles were tough, while the trails were beautiful. Finishing first is like a dream. I trained hard. I’m very thankful and will definitely be back in action at the IMPI Challenge in November.” Burger clocked a well-deserved finishing time of 37 minutes 32 seconds.
“The IMPI Challenge #1 at Coetzenburg was the perfect start to the 2019 IMPI Challenge season,” said Pieter du Plessis, IMPI Challenge Race Director. “IMPI Warriors got to test their fitness levels, while overcoming their fears in a fun, safe environment. The day was filled with action, laughter and camaraderie. Junior IMPI Warriors also got to take part in the action by signing up for the IMPI Mini (ages 6 – 10 years) or the IMPI Dash (ages 10+). We are thankful to each and every entrant that supported us today.”
There are four categories to choose from when entering the IMPI Challenge:
Categories:
1. IMPI Mini: 1km with 8 smaller supervised obstacles (ages 6 – 10 years)
2. IMPI Dash: 5km with 11 obstacles (ages 10+, all adults welcome)
3. IMPI Challenge: 10km with 18 obstacles (age 18+ years)
4. IMPI Corporate: the 10km Challenge distance with extra benefits (age 16+ years)
CHARITY SUPPORT: Adventure seekers could positively affect the lives of Cape Town’s stray and abandoned animals by choosing to make a donation towards the Cape of Good Hope SPCA when entering online.
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