Sunday 22 April 2012

Virgin London Marathon 2012

If you choose to take part in just one marathon it has to be the London one! The London Marathon is the most popular race of its kind, with more than 100,000 people applying to the online ballot in less than a week. This historic race is much more than just a marathon; it's an experience of a lifetime. Also, what better year to run this fantastic event than in the Olympic year!?

There are two ways in which you can apply:

The ballot - Own Places

The results of the public ballot are now released, if you have your own place we would love for you to run for us. You will receive the same great support package as Golden Bond runners and will not have to raise a minimum amount of sponsorship. Please get in contact with us using the details below.

Charity places

We have filled up all our places for the race. If you wish to be put on our waiting list then please fill in and return the 2012 Virgin London Marathon Registration Form to express your interest.

If you are successful in our team we will require you to pay a non refundable £100 registration fee and to raise a minimum of £1,500 in sponsorship.

Our support package

We at the Muscular Dystrophy Campaign understand the commitment that our runners have to undergo in order to complete this challenge, and in return for this amazing dedication we will support you every step of the way from the moment you sign up providing you with;

A fundraising pack - containing everything you need to help you get started
Training advice from a specialist personal trainer
A bright orange 'stand out from the crowd' vest or t-shirt for you to train and run in
A dedicated monthly Muscular Dystrophy Campaign marathon team newsletter letter including useful hints and tips of fundraising, training, nutrition.
Continuous advice and support from Muscular Dystrophy Campaign experienced Events Team
A post race reception just a short walk away from the finish line where you will receive your well deserved massage and refreshments to refuel.

Here are just a few of our runner's comments:

Thank you very much for the support from yourself and all your team, not just on Sunday but throughout this marathon experience. The race was a bit tougher than I thought it would be but it was such fantastic support and administration from the Team 'Muscular Dystrophy Campaign'. Please pass my thanks on to your team - excellent, couldn't have been better. [Knill Baird-Murray, 2011 runner]

Thank you for your effort in arranging all of this - it was a great day. The support towards the end and mile 23 was crazy - much needed! Now - how can I put my name down for next year? [Jason Baskaran, 2010, 2011 runner]