In the true spirit of Raleigh International we have a number of challenge events that you can join to complete the test of a lifetime, have fun, get fit and raise money for Raleigh International's work.
Parachute jump │Kinabalu Challenge │The Military Challenge │
The Mazda London Triathlon 2008
An exhilarating experience you won't forget. Why not hurl yourself out of a perfectly serviceable plane all in the name of charity. Jumps can be done on any weekend of the year at an airfield to suit you.
Individual applications only, no team entries.
Deposit of £70. Minimum sponsorship of £395 (including cost of jump and deposit).
Please note that if you wish to take part in a parachute jump to raise money for your expedition then the minimum sponsorship costs of £395 will go towards the work of Raleigh International (this will also cover the costs of the jump) and all monies raised above this amount will go towards your expedition fundraising target.
How is this for the ultimate challenge - being helicoptered into the jungle and then having to build your own shelter? You will be trekking through rainforests and riding the rapids on your team-built raft to finish by climbing 4100 metres to reach Mount Kinabalu - the highest mountain in South East Asia.
Organised by the British Military Fitness, the adventure challenge lasts for five days and brings together up to 12 teams from around the world.
Read more about the Kinabalu Challenge.
Individual and team applications are welcomed. Raise £2500 in sponsorship and Raleigh International will receive a minimum of £1250.
The Military Challenge, organised by the British Military Fitness, is a 10 kilometre race held near Redhill, Surrey which begins at 10am in a screen of smoke and flashbangs. The race is an off-road run with water 'hazards', muddy sections, trees, hills and a swimming pool thrown in for good measure (it's empty!). You will be electronically timed, so whether you are looking to beat the person in front of you, gain a personal best or just finish the race, it will definitely be worth the challenge.
Read more about the Military Challenge
Deposit of £20. Minimum sponsorship of £100 for individual participants.
Please note that places for March 2008 are now full. Future dates will be announced soon, please check back for details.
Still fancy a challenge, but jumping out of planes and running through woods isn't your thing. Then why not join 12,000 competitors on 9 and 10 August, 2008 and take part in the UK's fastest growing sport? Raleigh International has guaranteed places in the world's largest triathlon and we would love for you to join our team.
A triathlon is a gruelling continuous race comprising a swim, a cycle and a run. The transition phase is known as the fourth discipline. There are a number of race entry options available so take a look at the official London Triathlon website to decide which distance is best for you.
You can compete on your own or with a friend in London's ultimate challenge.
Deposit: £50. Minimum sponsorship: £550
If you already have your own place in the Mazda London Triathlon 2008, please let us know. We will be delighted to welcome you to the team.
This is only a taster of the challenges on offer - please keep checking back here for details of exciting events happening soon. We can also help organise events to suit your needs; please contact the team on +44 (0)207 183 1270 or email events@raleigh.org.uk.
Undertake a parachute jump, the Kinabalu or Military Challenge or the Mazda London Triathlon 2008 in support of Raleigh International's work with disadvantaged young people.
For more information on joining these challenges, or if you would like to organise your own event, please contact the team on +44 (0)207 183 1270 or email events@raleigh.org.uk
