Independence 5K Health & Fitness Walk and 5 and 10K run on today

Following the success of the Guyana Golden Jubilee Independence 5K Health & Fitness Walk and a 5K run last year, the organizers will team up again today to stage the sequel.

The Rising Star Track Club in collaboration with the Ministry of the Presidency along with the Guyana Community of Service and a host of sponsors will collaborate to stage the event to commemorate the nation’s 51st year of Independence.

The activity will commence and conclude at the Square of the Revolution (Cuffy). Starting time is 16:00hrs. The Walk and race will proceed along Hadfield Street to Mandela Avenue down Homestretch Avenue to finish at the point of origin.

As customary, the fixture is geared towards promoting Sporting Tourism through Health and Fitness.

Last year, the initiative attracted in excess of 200 participants who each received souvenir medals and T-Shirts. This year will be no different. Cash prizes will also be awarded to the top finishers for the 5k race.

Persons desirous of competing in this activity can call 673-8829 and 668-7897 to register. Registration fee is listed at $200. Some of the entities onboard include Payless Variety Store, Ansa McAl, Banks DIH Limited, E-Networks, Mings Products and Services, Real Value, The National Sports Commission, Mohan Constructing Inc, Star Party Rental, Wartsila and BK International. See you there.