UGM Runners’ Community: January ’17 Wrap Up
It’s hard to believe, but we’re already a full month into 2017! And it’s been cracking start to the year for the UGM. Our second busiest time of year (behind the main event in June), the team has been all go with sign ups coming through, as well as helping runners to book their flights and […]
Uganda Marathon 2017: Social Training Run Schedule
Following their success the past two years, our social training run schedule is back in the lead up to our 2017 event! Led by Mark (our running expert & certified Athletics Coach), these group runs are for all abilities and designed to be fun and social. They’ve been planned to give you some excellent prep for […]
UGM Photoblog: 12 Images showing it’s the Participation that Counts
‘it’s not the winning, but the taking part that counts.’ We’ve all heard the cliché. But with the Uganda Marathon, this expression couldn’t be more true. Right from the moment you step off the plane, throughout the 7-day adventure (and even before), it’s all about a willingness to take part, do your best, and help […]
Competition Winner! Announced from one of our Charity Projects in Uganda…
Over the last week, the Uganda Marathon has been holding a competition to offer one lucky person the chance to win an amazing weeklong adventure, challenge and experience of a lifetime. That’s right- the chance to win a FREE spot on the Uganda Marathon 2017! Participants could enter through our Facebook page, by simply liking […]
How your fundraising has made a difference in Uganda: Charity Project Report 2016
To coincide with the end of 2016, and to celebrate the incredible impact our runners have made through their fundraising, we’re pleased to announce the release of our latest Charity Project Report. Linked at the end of this post, the report includes: How 100% of runners’ fundraising has been used to make sustainable, long-term, […]
Interview with a UGM Runner – Emily Greenwood
The runners make the Uganda Marathon what it is. The friendships, the community, the fundraising and the determination to finish is why UGM is truly a Race Like No Other. Here we tell the stories of the runners who took part in UGM 2016, as they share their insights and experiences of the week-long adventure. […]
Interview with a UGM Runner – John Sulway
The runners make the Uganda Marathon what it is. The friendships, the community, the fundraising and the determination to finish is why UGM is truly a Race Like No Other. Here we tell the stories of the runners who took part in 2016 event, as they share their insights and experiences of the week-long adventure. […]
UGM Photoblog: 14 Inspirational Images
Here are fourteen images to inspire you to travel to Uganda this summer, and participate in the race of a lifetime! And if you’re one of the many participants who has already signed up for the 2017 event, then here’s something to start building your anticipation… We hope they inspire you for 2017, to make […]
UGM Vlog: Post Race Testimonials from Our International Runners
In our two-minute video filmed straight after the race, see what our previous International Runners had to say about their race experiences. This video features short interviews with participants who completed the full marathon, half marathon and 10K course. Inspired to have your own Ugandan adventure this June? Want to spend seven days […]
Interview with two UGM Runners – Philippa Merricks & Steven Wynne
The runners make the Uganda Marathon what it is. The friendships, the community, the fundraising and the determination to finish is why the UGM is truly a Race Like No Other. Here we tell the stories of the runners who took part in 2016 event, as they share their insights and experiences of the week-long […]
