Battle Guide
Virgin Active Warrior #4 | Cradle, Syringa Park – Avianto Estate | 28 September 2024
Warriors, brace for battle.
What does it take to be a Warrior? Show up on Saturday, and you will learn that a Warrior steps out of their comfort zone. A Warrior faces obstacles and fears head-on. A Warrior perseveres and never gives up. And a Warrior never leaves a soldier behind. And most importantly, you will find that you are stronger and braver than you think…
Bring the whole Crew! While the Warrior Race obstacle course is for adults, it’s a family event at heart. Let your little adventurers conquer their own challenges in the supervised Warrior Kids Zone, giving you peace of mind to race or cheer on the sidelines
#BeBrave and get ready for an epic adventure at Syringa Park!
How do I get there?
Portion 61, Driefontein Farm, Driefontein Rd, Muldersdrift
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Please familiarise yourself with our terms & conditions and indemnity clause here.
Water Obstacles
Take note: there are several water obstacles. Please do NOT do the water obstacles if you cannot swim. Instead, drop and do those burpees!
PARKING
Please note that parking at the venue is limited.
We suggest carpooling with team members, friends and family on race day.
Battle Programme
Please note there will be pre-batch loading before moving into your start chute
06h00 – Gates and Registration open
06h45 – Black-Ops Elite race briefing (Please note: Each batch will be briefed before the start of their race)
07h00 – Black-Ops Elite race start (Competitive batch for 19+. Compulsory obstacle completion)
07h30 – Commando Elite race start (Competitive batch for u/16, u/18, 40+, 50+. Compulsory obstacle completion)
08h00 – Rookie Elite race start (Competitive batch for u/12, u/14, 60+. Compulsory obstacle completion)
08h40 – Black-Ops, Commando and Rookie Batches commence in 10-minute intervals.
11h40 – Prize-giving
15h30 – Race cut-off. All participants still on the course will be escorted back to the venue.
17h30 – Close of race day
Important Registration Info
- Be at the Registration Zone one hour before your start time.
- You will receive a QR code before the race. Please show the QR code to the registration staff to register.
- Every Warrior needs a Warrior Chip timing chip (or the old SAS timing band).
- Warrior Chips can be bought at registration for R60.
- If you bought a Warrior Chip online, you can collect this at registration.
- Once bought, the chip is yours to keep. You will use it again at any Virgin Active Warrior Race in future.
Spectators
Not doing the race, but don’t want to miss out on the fun?
- Every spectator/groupie is just as important as the participant to build a Warrior Nation.
- Your motivational cheers and encouragement next to the battlefield makes the Virgin Active Warrior what it is today.
- There is no entry fee for being a spectator.
- We’ve created a spectator route especially for you to view everyone in action on the day at epic obstacles. Food vendors and a beer garden is available for you to enjoy whilst waiting for the Warriors to finish the race.
What should I pack?
Sunscreen, picnic blanket, motivational poster, cash, comfy shoes, camera
Please Note NO COOLER BOXES are allowed into the venue
Elite athletes
Registration and DQ Bands:
- Prize categories will be printed and available on the stage as soon as all the podium positions have been filled
- If you think you’re in contention for a podium position, please check the podium for the prize giving results
- You’ll have until 45min before prize giving to query your result, after that the podium results are final
Basic Rules:
The Compulsory Obstacle Completion rule applies to all 3 Elite races (Black-Ops Elite, Commando Elite and Rookie Elite).
- When crossing the finish line go directly to the timing gazebos, there are two scanners – a stationary scanner and a handheld scanner.
- ONLY Elites with their DQ bands will be scanned by the hand held scanner
- Everyone regardless if you have a DQ Band or not must scan at the stationary scanner
*Elite athletes for Black Ops, Commando and Rookie need to familiarise themselves with the Elite athlete rules and protocol here.
WARRIOR GEAR STAND
Look the part with our massive merch sale at the Series Finale! This is your last chance to grab Warrior merch and show off your Warrior spirit. Whether you’re racing or cheering from the sidelines, snag some official gear at unbeatable prices. Don’t miss out—once it’s gone, it’s gone!
Beer tent | Food Vendors | Exhibitors
*The cheerful vida e cafe baristas will be manning the caffeine artillery.
*There will be a beer tent for battle-weary warriors to toast victories.
*A large selection of quality food vendors will be at hand to recharge depleted energy stores.
*Plenty of high-end merchandise will be on exhibition and available for sale.
*We regret that no cool boxes, drinks or food are allowed through the gate unless you are an official vendor/exhibitor with prior permission from the Virgin Active Warrior management.
Warrior KIDS Zone
*While you are out on the course, sign the kids into the Kids Zone, where they’ll be looked after in safety.
*Qualified childminders will keep them busy with exciting activities at R100 per child.
Rookie
Rookie is all about fun and comradery. It is the shortest distance with the easiest obstacles. You will be crawling, climbing and jumping your way through the course – running is not even required! The Rookie race is a great opportunity to challenge your friends and colleagues to try something out of the ordinary – and a little bit muddy. Although the main focus is on obstacles that are fun, we have thrown in one or two that will challenge you mentally and physically.
Download Route Map
Commando
For those seeking a greater challenge than Rookie and who want to test themselves a little more in terms of endurance, strength and agility, Commando is a good option. Commando places a bit more emphasis on upper body strength than Rookie, but is still easier than Black-Ops.
Teams can still go out and enjoy this challenging category, helping each other through the obstacles and providing a good opportunity for team building.
Download Route Map
Teams can still go out and enjoy this challenging category, helping each other through the obstacles and providing a good opportunity for team building.
Black-Ops
Black-Ops is our most challenging category, combining both Rookie and Commando obstacles with the addition of endurance obstacles that involve carrying and dragging heavy objects for set distances. For those who are brave, fit and strong enough, Black-Ops is a good way to test yourself mentally and physically.
No excuses, no mercy, no giving up!
Download Route Map
No excuses, no mercy, no giving up!
kids Zone
We have an amazing Kidz Zone. Syringa Park has one of Africa’s largest and best play-parks in the heart of the countryside in Muldersdrift to bring our Junior Warriors a fun-filled day with lots of activities and kiddies obstacles.
The Kids Zone Features:
- Largest Jumping Pillow in the world (300m2)
- Kindy Playground
- Zip Line
- 4 Large Playgrounds
- 8m climbing pyramid
- Large Jungle Theme jumping castle
- Mega Obstacle Course jumping castle
- Giant Target
- Splash Pad (make sure you bring an extra set of clothes and towels for the little one)
- Snack Shack – Get all your favourite snacks, drinks and the best soft serve in town.
What is allowed:
- Camping Chairs
- Picnic Blankets
What is NOT allowed:
- Outside food and drinks– only food and drinks purchased at Syringa Park is permitted
- No pets allowed
- No Glass bottles
- No Smoking
Bring the Family and enjoy this phenomenal venue while you conquer the course.
Sponsors
Without our sponsors and partners, the Warrior Race would seize to exist.
Our brands all have one thing in common and that is to be the best of the best. Together we are braver, tougher and more than our opponents.
Our brands all have one thing in common and that is to be the best of the best. Together we are braver, tougher and more than our opponents.
“The true Warrior isn’t immune to fear. He/she fights despite it.”
Warriors, #BeBrave!
The Warrior Command Centre