Hatta Hills
In such a busy and fast-paced city as Dubai, a time to relax, move your body and connect with nature is always needed. What most people think Dubai is, a big city full of technology and skyscrapers, is actually just a small part of what the Emirate has to offer. This city also has amazing spaces full of greenery and amazing views. One of those places is the Hatta Hill area.
Consisting of a hillside oasis in front of the beautiful mountains, Hatta Hills will be hosting a half-marathon on March 6th, as part of the ever-going itinerary of sports events in Dubai.
The EMARAT Hatta Hills Run
The EMARAT Hatta Hills Run will consist of a 21.1km half-marathon, as well as four other run categories that will take place through the whole village; one of Dubai’s greenest and more nature-filled spots.
This run is all about inclusivity, as it is advertised for the whole family. According to the run’s organizers, the event is created for families and people of all ages and all kinds of mobility.
Starting things off at the JA Hatta Fort Hotel, all of the categories will follow a slightly different route throughout the village but will finish the run by bringing everyone together.
The categories for this family run are:
2.5 km
Road: will be run on mixed gravel and tarred roads.
Age groups: 0-12 years, 13-18 years, 19+ years.
Info: This category will be following an X-Country course among the Hotel’s ground, but will join the rest of the competitors towards the end of the run.
5 km
Road: Will be run on 80% tarred roads and 20% hard compact gravel.
Age groups: 0-12 years, 13-18 years, 19-29 years, 30-39 years, 40-49 years, 50+ years.
Info: This category will run out of the hotel and through Hatta.
10 km
Road: Will be run on 90% tarred roads and 10% hard compact gravel.
Age groups: 0-18 years, 19-29 years, 30-39 years, 40-49 years, 50+ years.
Info: This category will follow the same route as the half marathon, through the village and up to the reservoir. This route also includes some hills.
21.1 km - half marathon
Road: Will be run on 95% tarred roads and 5% hard compact gravel.
Age groups:15-29 years, 30-34 years, 35-39 years, 40-44 years, 45-49 years, 50-54 years, 55 years+
Info: The half marathon will follow the same route as the 10km run.
Hatta Hills run registration fees
The registration fees all vary according to your age group and your chosen category. The prices start at 125 AED to up to 225 AED. With the registration, you have rights to an electronic timing device, a t-shirt, a finishers medal, downloadable certificate, hot and cold beverages and snack breakfast.
Covid 19 measurements
As with any other sports event held during this time, the Covid-19 safety measurements are still going on. Face masks will be required before and after the competition, while not being required during the run. Social distancing is also required, as well as the sanitization of hands that will be available at the designated stations.
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