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The Heat is on for Challenge 2010

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A New Decade, A New Challenge, A New YOU! The New Decade starts here.  Say goodbye to the Noughties and hello to a brand new you. Reigate and Redhill YMCA are proud to announce the new Fundraising Challenge Programme 2010.  This year, the events are even more exciting, more challenging and will definitely be even more fun!

Hill walking, trekking, running, cycling …… whatever your preference, there will be an event perfect for you.  It doesn’t matter if you are an absolute beginner or a seasoned Challenger! Click here to see how one event changed one person’s life forever.


Here's a list of 2010 Challenge Events

bikeittoparisBike it Paris III (3rd – 6th June):  Back by popular demand, this event is suitable for absolutely anyone.  175 miles of quite stunning cycling in three days starting at YMCA Redhill and finishing in the captivating and romantic city of Paris.  Full training will be provided to ensure that even if you have never been on a bike before, you will meet your challenge and experience the joy of cycling through France. Click here to read Debbie Linton’s memories of her first challenge event with the YMCA

They made it! On the 5th June, 60 participants reached the Eiffel Tower. Click here for update and photos. Look out for details of our Challenge 2011 events coming shortly.
 

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Redhill to the Rock (23rd June – 4th July):  Yes, it’s true; you will be cycling from YMCA Redhill to the Rock of Gibraltar.  A ten day cycling extravaganza that will see you cycle through the most challenging yet beautiful and unspoilt scenery that Spain has to offer. 

After 800 miles cycling in temperatures reaching 41 degrees, 27 riders made it to Gibraltar on 3rd July.  Click here for update and photos.  Look out for details of our Challenge 2011 events coming soon!

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The Welsh 3000s. Despite grueling weather conditions, the hardy bunch made it, read more here.

 

 

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Bike it Wessex Way (5th – 8th August):  They have done it!  26 off roaders cycled 150 miles across fields, ridges and mud!  Well done to you all, look out for another off road adventure in 2011.
They have done it!  26 off roaders cycled 150 miles across fields, ridges and mud!  Well done to you all, look out for another off road adventure in 2011.

 

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South Downs Trek (Sunday 15th August):  A perfect complement to the Y2Y North Downs Trek, is the highly regarded South Downs Trek.  A 20 mile walk from Lewes to Eastbourne across the stunning South Downs and accompaniment from the Spitfires and Hurricanes from the Airshow. 

Over 40 trekkers successful scaled the beautiful ascents of the South Downs from Lewes to Eastbourne in a record breaking 7 hours, well done!

 

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Yorkshire 3 Peaks (10th – 12th September):  The perfect end to the Challenge 2010 Programme.  A demanding but rewarding 23.5 mile walk taking in the summits of Pen-y-Ghent, Whernside and Ingleborough. 
Unfortunately, this event is now FULL, contact us for news on other events.
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By taking part in one of our events, not only will you be changing your life, you will also be changing the lives of children, young people and families living in East Surrey.  All money raised will go to the CHALLENGE FUND to provide valuable resources for our vital work in the community. 

To ensure you get the most from your experience we provide a FULL and FREE training programme, a FREE induction to our fully inclusive gym and are on always on hand to offer advice and guidance on training, kit and fundraising.  

Click here to ‘Your Challenge’ page to find out more.

For more information about the launch or the Challenge 2010 programme contact Kim Roderick on 01737 784978 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

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