Running competition's
“Apkārt Cēsīm”
Goal:
To promote running as a beneficial activity among children, youth, and adults.
Tasks:
- Identify the fastest runners in the 5 km and 10 km distances across different age groups.
- Determine the best teams in the 10 km distance.
- Provide an opportunity for young runners to enjoy running in the children's race.
- Encourage a healthy lifestyle and promote Cēsis municipality as a center for sports and active living.
Location and Time
The streets of Cēsis city. The race starts at Palasta Street near Pils Park, and the finish line is in Pils Park.
Race schedule:
- April 26, 2025:
- 11:00 – Children's race
- 11:30 – 5 km
- 12:15 – 10 km
Organization
The race is organized and managed by the Cēsis Municipality in cooperation with the sports club “Ašais.”
Chief Referee: Austris Āboliņš
Email: klubs@sk-ašais.lv
Phone: +371 26180160
Participants
Runners from Latvia and other countries in the following age groups:
Children's Race (approximately 500 m in the park):
- Born in 2015 or later
5 km:
- U12 (2014–2015)
- U14 (2012–2013)
- U16 (2010–2011)
- U18 (2008–2009)
- Open: Popular group – only the fastest male and female are awarded!
10 km:
- Senior Men/Women (2009 or earlier)
- V/S40 (1976–1985)
- V/S50 (1966–1975)
- V/S60 (1965 or earlier)
Note:
Children born in 2015–2016 can participate in the 5 km distance in the OPEN group. Parents or representatives of organizations are responsible for ensuring the child can complete the 5 km distance.
Rules
Participants must run on a marked course. Any shortcutting (leaving the marked route or using other paths) will result in disqualification (DQ). If a participant misses their race start, the time is recorded from the official start signal.
The race number must be attached to the front of the sports shirt with four safety pins. Folding the edges of the race number is not allowed.
Time limits:
- 5 km: 40 minutes
- 10 km: 1 hour 30 minutes
The organizers will ensure:
- Electronic time tracking
- Race management
- Commemorative medals
- Safety on the course within these time limits
Race Numbers
Must be attached to the front of the sports shirt following athletics regulations with four safety pins. If this rule is not followed, the organizers do not guarantee time registration.
Race Course
The 10 km course is certified. Course here. 5km course here
Evaluation
The winner in each age group and gender is the participant with the fastest time in the designated distance. Other participants are ranked according to their finish times in descending order.
10 km team competition: Teams of 2 men and 1 woman compete for a traveling trophy. The team with the lowest point total wins. In the event of a tie, the team with the higher individual placements wins.
Team registration: Submit separately during registration [here].
Registration
Registration and payment must be completed online at www.apkartcesim.lv from February 1st by April 24, 2025, at 12:00 PM.
Number pickup:
- At the race center on race day
- April 25, 16:00–18:00, near Pils Park
Participation Fee
- Children's race: €5
- 5 km: €10
- 10 km: €15
- Pensioners: €12
Each finisher receives a commemorative medal. Participation is only confirmed after payment. Fees are non-refundable if the participant does not start.
Awards
Children's race:
The fastest boy and girl receive prizes from sponsors. Participants must complete the race independently (on foot) to qualify.
5 km:
1st–3rd place in each age group, boys and girls, receive:
- A special race medal
- Sponsor prizes
- Cash prizes provided by “Ašais” sponsors:
| Age Group | Cash Prize |
|---|---|
| 1st place | €30 |
| 2nd place | €20 |
| 3rd place | €10 |
10 km:
1st–3rd place in each age group, men and women, receive:
- A special race medal
- Sponsor prizes
TOP 6 men and women also receive:
- 1st: €250
- 2nd: €150
- 3rd: €100
- 4th: €70
- 5th: €50
- 6th: €30
Bonus Prize:
€100 for breaking the 10 km course record:
- Women: 33:10
- Men: 31:10
Team Awards:
Traveling trophy, replica trophies, and gift cards from “Vecpilsētas kebabs”:
- 1st place: €50
- 2nd place: €30
- 3rd place: €20
Officiating
The race is officiated by an appointed team of referees using an electronic timing system.
Changes to Rules
Organizers reserve the right to make changes to the rules, informing participants at www.apkartcesim.lv.
Protests
Protests regarding results must be submitted in writing no later than 30 minutes after the last participant finishes.
Responsibility
Participants and representatives who violate safety rules or disrupt the event will be disqualified and removed from the venue.
Participants (or their representatives) are responsible for their health and fitness. All participants and representatives must adhere to safety regulations as per Cabinet Regulation No. 662 of September 28, 2021, regarding COVID-19 safety measures. If the race is canceled due to epidemiological reasons, it will be rescheduled.
Publicity
By registering, participants and accompanying persons (family members, friends) agree to the use of photos and videos from the event on the race website and other platforms.