4 to 13 year olds can take part without specific training. There’s even Special Spartans heats for kids with special needs. Kids simply need a desire to run outdoors and have fun. They need not be fearless or fit; both those things will develop after taking part! There are kids of all abilities and mindsets out there, and they all get to call
On race day, there will be a start line specifically for the Trail race. Make your way to the start line at least 15 minutes before your designated start time. The course will NOT feature any of the Spartan obstacles, with the exception of the Fire Jump at the end of your course. Spartans, meet Vernon Peak - New Jersey's largest ski mountain. With 1,040 feet of vertical, and a summit elevation of 1,480 feet, this course will shoot you up and back down the slopes and is one of Spartan's toughest mountain courses. Get ready for steep hills, rocky terrain and stunning views from the top. The Spartanburg race, to be just off Interstate 85 between USC Upstate and the Milliken Arboretum, will include a Sprint, Beast and Kids Race. The Sprint is just 3 to 5 miles, plus 20-23 obstacles, where the winner crosses the finish line in just 40 minutes. The Beast, meanwhile, is 12 to 14 miles long with more than 30 obstacles. Want to Try It? By Brad Kallet. ·. When ancient Spartans were young, just 7 years old, they were put through intense training of the mind, body, and spirit. This training, lasting for 13-plus years, was called an Agoge. The purpose was to turn them into formidable warriors, adept at such essential skills as survival and warfare, and experts in The distance of Spartan Super is 10K (6.2 miles) with 25 obstacles. In 2020 Spartan changed the distance of a Super. Previously it was 8 to 10 miles depending on the venue. The distance is now standardized to 10K worldwide (distances of other races were also standardized). As a result of this new distance, there is less running, and obstaclesOTHER RACES. The Spartan Ultra combines a 50K trail course with rugged ascents and 60 demanding obstacles to present a uniquely brutal physical challenge. It is the ultimate test of endurance and perseverance for the toughest Spartans.
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