The Dubai World Obstacle Championships is sanctioned and supported by World Obstacle for elite national teams (athletes qualified by member federations of World Obstacle) and participants in open/journeyman categories.

The Dubai World Obstacle Championship is a dynamic event designed to push boundaries and inspire a culture of resilience and fitness within the bustling city of Dubai. This annual championship invites participants from all walks of life to tackle an array of challenging obstacles, fostering both physical and mental strength. Participants will engage in a series of innovative and demanding activities, ranging from endurance tests to strength challenges, all aimed at enhancing their overall fitness and perseverance. Along with the physical rigor, the Dubai World Obstacle Championship seeks to build a cohesive and determined community, promoting values of unity, tenacity, and collective achievement. It positions Dubai as a premier destination for competitive sports and fitness challenges, showcasing the city's commitment to the well-being and development of its residents and visitors. This event epitomizes Dubai's dedication to creating a thriving, health-conscious society, emphasizing the importance of overcoming obstacles—both physical and metaphorical—in the vibrant lifestyle of the city.

• How do I find my race number?

  This will be sent to you via SMS the Thursday before the event.

• When and where is Race Pack Collection?

  The race pack will be collected on the day of the event
  Please bring your Emirates ID for verification purposes.
  You may collect for a friend provided you have a copy of their Emirates ID.

• Can I collect my race pack on the morning of the race?

  Yes the Race Pack Collection is on the event day.

• Can I collect a friends Race Pack on their behalf?

  Yes this is possible provided you show us a copy of their government issued photo ID when collecting

• What to do at Race Pack collection?

  Make sure you know what your Race Number is before arriving. This would have been sent to you by SMS and will speed up the collection process for you.
  Once you know your Race Number, proceed directly to your corresponding Race Number collection desk and collect your Race Pack.
  Please check that all your data which is printed on the label of the Race Pack envelope is correct. This includes your Run Number, name, age, gender, and distance, and in the event of there being any errors, please let our Check In staff know so we can change it for you so that you have the correct result when finishing the race.

• When is the T-Shirt Collection?

  • To be collected at Race Pack Collection.
  • There is a shirt collection on the day of the race.
  • Please make sure to wear your race shirt on race day to support the race.

• Data check - Did I register with the correct date of birth and gender?

  When collecting your race pack, you will be asked your full name, gender and age. This is to check that you are collecting the correct race pack and that you are not entered into the wrong age category or gender. Please assist our staff with this data check to ensure the correct race results are recorded for all participants.

• What does the race pack include?

  1 x labelled envelope
  1 x race number with timing chip attached.
  1 x official Race T-Shirt. We ask all participants to wear the Official T-Shirt when you compete in the race.
  1 x draw string bag
  1 x Bag drop voucher

• How do I get to the race venue?

  • Taxi or Drive.
  • The Exact Location for the race will be shared two weeks before the event
  Once on the island follow signage to parking and start line

• What about Parking

  There is plenty of FREE underground parking - follow signage to parking once on venue.

• Where can I find a map of the course?

  See the DOWNLOADS section of this race for course maps.

• What is the Race Day Program & Timings?

  • Be at the race venue at least 60 minutes before the start of your race.
  • No one is allowed to take part without a Race Number.
  • Participants who are more than 15 minutes late for the start of their respective distance will not be allowed to participate.
  
  Event Agenda:
  Will be included in the Race document before the event.

• What are the Distances & Age groups?

  Junior: 10 - 11, 12-13, 14-15, 16-17,
  Adult: 18-19, 20-24, 25 – 29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49.
  Senior: 50+

• Can I change the distance?

  No distance changes are allowed.

• What should I do with my Timing Chip?

  Timing chips are attached to the wristband.
  Ensure your wristband has 1 timing chip stuck to the back and if not, please see Super Sports staff on the day to issue you with a new wristband.
  DO NOT REMOVE THE CHIP FROM THE wristband. IF YOU RUN WITH NO CHIP – YOU WILL RECEIVE NO TIME AND NO RESULT!

• What are the support stations and where are they placed?

  4 x Self-service water Stations on the course as well as 1 x at the finish line.

• Finishers Medal

  Finisher medals are only available to runners who take part and complete the full distance.

• What happens if I arrive late for race start?

  Participants who are more than 15 minutes late for the start of their respective distance will not be allowed to participate.

• Are there any discounts available?

  Early Bird Discounts are available and will be communicated on the Category Page of this event.

• How do I enter a corporate team?

  Please get in touch with [email protected] and the support team will be able to assist you

• Where can I find the Race Results?

  Please scan the QR codes in the Race Village to view your result once you have finished running. Full results will be available as soon as possible and will be emailed to you on Sunday

• Where can I find the Race Photos?

  Photos can be found on your results page by clicking on the CAMERA icon and then doing a bib or selfie search. Photos will be available 24 hours after the race has finished. Individual photos are not included in the race fee nor guaranteed.

• Any additional information participants should know about?

  All information regarding the Race, Race Course, etc can be found in the Event Downloads section of this Race on Premier Online, so ensure you have a clear understanding of the rules and regulations as well as what the course will look like / entail.

• Refunds/Cancellations

  Once entries close or the event is sold out, no refunds are possible for whatever reason which includes and not limited to: change in personal circumstances, sickness, travel restrictions, which may prevent you from participating in the event.
  Unclaimed race packs after the start of a respective distance will be forfeited in full.

• Time Blocks for Registration:

  Participants will register for specific time blocks for each race category. These blocks are organized per venue, event type, and day to streamline heat assignments before the event. Please refer to the brief available in the Download Section for full details of the time blocks. The day before the event we will do exact heat assignment, which is every 15 minutes for the longer courses and varies for the 100M.

• 100M Practice Heats:

  The 100M Practice Heats are free of charge and highly recommended for athletes who wish to practice before participating in a qualification heat. This is an excellent opportunity to familiarize yourself with the course and improve your performance.
  Athletes who make it to the Quarterfinals, Semifinals, or Finals must qualify through earlier Qualification heats. Please monitor the leaderboards closely to confirm whether you’ve made it to the next round. Qualified athletes will be expected to report for their assigned heats promptly.

• National Teams Event (Gated):

  The National Teams event is gated, meaning only National Teams can register for this specific race. A code system will be in place for National Federations to register their teams.

• Schedule for Thursday, December 5, 2024:

  Venue 1: Dubai Police Officer’s Club Stadium
  - 08:00 - 18:00: Stadium Venue Open
  - 08:00 - 16:00 : Bib Pickup & Registration Open
  - 09:00 - 12:00: 100m Practice Heats (All Categories)
  - 13:00 - 17:00: 100m Afternoon Qualification Heats (All Categories)
  Venue 2: Dubai Design District
  - 09:00 - 18:00: D3 Venue Open
  - 09:00 - 16:00 : Bib Pickup & Registration Open
  - 10:00 - 12:00: 2500m Open Morning Heats
  - 13:00 - 17:00: 2500m Open Afternoon Heats

• Schedule for Friday, December 6, 2024:

  Venue 1: Dubai Police Officer’s Club Stadium
  - 08:00 - 18:00: Stadium Venue Open
  - 08:00 - 16:00 : Bib Pickup & Registration Open
  - 09:00 - 11:00: 100m Practice Heats (All Categories)
  - 11:00 - 12:00: 100m Morning Qualification Heats (All Categories)
  - 13:00 - 17:00: 100m Afternoon Qualification Heats (All Categories)
  Venue 2: Dubai Design District
  - 08:00 - 18:00: D3 Venue Open
  - 08:00 - 16:00 : Bib Pickup & Registration Open
  - 08:30 - 09:00: Technical Meeting (Mandatory for 2500m Elite Participants)
  - 09:15 - 10:00: 2500m Elite Heats
  - 10:00 - 12:00: 2500m Open Morning Heats
  - 13:00 - 17:00: 2500m Open Afternoon Heats

• Schedule for Saturday, December 7, 2024:

  Venue 1: Dubai Police Officer’s Club Stadium
  - 08:00 - 18:00: Stadium Venue Open
  - 08:00 - 16:00 : Bib Pickup & Registration Open
  - 09:00 - 11:00: 100m Practice Heats (All Categories)
  Dubai World Obstacle Championship Schedule 2024
  - 11:00 - 12:00: 100m Morning Qualification Heats (All Categories)
  - 13:00 - 16:30: 100m Afternoon Qualification Heats (All Categories)
  - 16:30 - 17:30: Technical Meeting (Finals - Mandatory for all 100M Finalists)
  Venue 2: Dubai Design District
  - 08:00 - 18:00: D3 Venue Open
  - 08:00 - 16:00 : Bib Pickup & Registration Open
  - 08:30 - 09:00: Technical Meeting (Mandatory for 5000m Elite & National Teams)
  - 09:15 - 10:00: 5000m Elite Individual Heats
  - 10:00 - 10:45: 5000m Elite National Team Races
  - 10:45 - 11:45 5000m Gov’t-Private Team Races
  - 11:45 - 12:45: 5000m Open Morning Heats
  - 13:00 - 16:00: 5000m Open Afternoon Heats

• Schedule for Sunday, December 8, 2024:

  Venue 1: Dubai Police Officer’s Club Stadium
  - 08:00 - 18:00: Stadium Venue Open
  - 08:00 - 10:00 : Bib Pickup & Registration Open
  - 09:00 - 11:00: 100m Practice Heats (Open to Finalists Only)
  - 11:00 - 13:00: 100m Quarterfinals & Semifinals (Age Groups & Elite)
  - 13:00 - 16:30: 100m Finals (Age Groups & Elite, Venue 1: Stadium)
  Venue 2: Dubai Design District
  - 08:00 - 13:00: D3 Venue Open
  - 08:00 - 12:00 : Bib Pickup & Registration Open
  - 09:00 - 09:30: 1500m Youth (Elite) Heats (12-15)
  - 09:00 - 12:00: 1500m Open Morning Heats
  - 13:00 - 17:00: 1500m Open Afternoon Heats
  Awards & Closing Ceremonies
  - 17:30 - 18:30: Awards Ceremony: All Events, All Categories (Venue 1: Stadium)
  - 16:30 - 17:00: Closing Ceremony (Venue 1: Stadium)

• Important Registration and Event Notes:

  Two Venues:
  The event will be held across two venues:
  Dubai World Obstacle Championship Schedule 2024
  1. Dubai Police Officers’ Club Stadium (Venue 1) – hosting the 100m events.
  2. d3 Dubai Design District (Venue 2) – hosting the Cross Country events (2500m,
  5000m).
  Both venues are approximately 10-20 minutes apart, so plan accordingly for your event
  schedule.

• Registration and Bib Pickup:

  Registration and bib pickup must be completed no less than 1 hour before your assigned heat
  time.

• Open Category Participants:

  Open Category participants will register for either the morning or afternoon heat time block
  but will receive their exact heat time at bib pickup. Participants in this category are also eligible
  for Age Group awards, so keep an eye on the leaderboards throughout the event.

• Age Group Awards:

  Ensure you follow the leaderboards during race days to check if you're eligible for Age Group
  awards. Awards ceremonies will be held on Sunday at the Stadium venue, and you must
  attend in person to collect your award.

• Elite Heat Eligibility:

  Participants racing in Elite heats are not eligible for Age Group awards. Elite athletes should
  contact their local federation for the opportunity to represent their country and race with a
  National Team Jersey provided by lululemon.

• Race Categories:

  Participation Encouraged:
  Athletes are encouraged to participate in multiple race distances, including the exciting 100m
  obstacle sprint, a fast-paced event designed for maximum action.
  National Team Race:
  Exclusive to Federation Athletes, this race follows a 3-person team format (either all male or
  all female teams). Federations can enter multiple teams.
  Government-Private Team Race:
  This race consists of 4-person teams and is open to government and private entities. Teams
  must provide Employment ID verification to participate.
  Awards:
  All award ceremonies will take place on Sunday at the Stadium venue. Ensure you are there
  in time to collect your awards if you qualify.

• Awards:

  - Age Group Awards: The top 3 male and female athletes in each age group will be awarded.The top 3 male and female participants in each of the following age groups will be awarded:
  - Youth: 12–13, 14–15 years old
  - Junior: 16–17, 18–19 years old
  - Senior: 20–24, 25–29, 30–34, 35–39 years old
  - Masters: 40–44, 45–49, 50–54, 55–59 years old
  - Veterans: 60–64, 65–69, 70–74, 75+ years old
  - Elite Awards: The top 3 male and female athletes in the Elite category for each distance will be awarded cash prizes.
  - Team Awards: The top 3 teams in the National Team Race and Government-Private Team Race will receive awards.
  - Participants must attend the awards ceremony to collect their awards in person.
  Elite participants who do not attend the awards ceremony will forfeit their prize money.