When you register for an event, you will see the following options:
Elite:
The Elite category is designed for the best of the best. Elite racers compete against other top-level athletes to podium and qualify for championship events. The top three male and female racers in this category will compete for podium placements. All Spartan Obstacle Rules are enforced and mandatory. Elite racers are the first wave to start on race day.
Age Group:
The Age Group category is also competitive, with racers competing against others within their specific age group. All Spartan Obstacle Rules are enforced and mandatory. The top three male and female competitors in each individual age group will be awarded a special Age Group medal.
Early Morning:
Early Morning Heat will be the first two morning start times of the day (exact times may vary), following the Elite Start. The Early Morning Start times are part of the non-competitive category. Participants who select these prime Early Morning start times will not be moved to the general morning or afternoon heats to race with their team.
Open:
Start times in the Open Category are non-competitive time blocks. Racers in the non-competitive Open Category will be auto-generated a specific start time within the morning and afternoon blocks 10 days before race day. Open heats are for all ages and skill levels, with no prizes awarded for these heats.
Things to consider:
- Preferred Start Times: Racers registering as individuals can select a Preferred Start Time within their chosen time block during registration. While we strive to accommodate these requests, please note that preferred start times are not guaranteed.
- Team Registrations: For racers on a team, members will be grouped together within their selected time block only. For example, if a team has members registered for both the Early Morning and Open Morning Time Blocks, all Early Morning Time Block members will be grouped together, and all Open Morning Time Block members will be grouped together.
- Start Time Variability: Specific start times for each category may vary depending on the race. Please refer to the individual event pages for detailed start time information.
- Awards: Elite and Age Group winners must be present at the award ceremony to receive their awards. Awards will not be given or mailed out after race day.
For more information regarding the Elite and Age Group heats, please view the following FAQ: What you need to know about running Elite or Age Group
Elite and Age Group winners MUST be present at the award ceremony to receive their awards
*Ultra winners can claim their award at the results tent once they finish the race
Awards will not be shipped out after race weekend. No exceptions.