Every year many talented athletes from disadvantaged communities miss out on participating in the Old Mutual Two Oceans Marathon due to financial constraints. In recognition of this, the Two Oceans Marathon Association is inviting clubs to assist their less privileged members with applying to be part of the Runners’ Village 2013.

The Runners’ Village provides assistance to athletes who lack the means to become part of the world’s most beautiful marathon but have the passion to participate. Runners who fulfil certain criteria will be responsible for making their own way down to Cape Town after which transport, accommodation and meals will be provided.

Athletes from all regions in South Africa can be accommodated and the Runners’ Village will open on Friday, 29 March 2013 at 10h00. Breakfast, lunch and supper will be provided over the weekend and runners will meet at race registration and be transported to the accommodation venue as well as the start and finish line on race day. 

Participants who are interested need to fulfill certain criteria including:

• Applicants should be registered with a recognised and ASA-affiliated athletic club.
• Runners must have entered and qualified for the 2013 Old Mutual Two Oceans Marathon.
• First preference will be given to novices or previously disadvantaged applicants, athletes who have never stayed in the Runners’ Village before.
• Participants should be unemployed or not earn more than R3000 per month.

The application process will close on the 28 February 2013. For more information or to apply, please contact Patiswa on 021 657 5140 between 10h00 and 15h00 or e-mail runnersvillage@twooceansmarathon.org.za.

Click here to download the Application Form