The “Fan Dance” – Pen-y-fan
Ultimate Test of Mental and Physical Endurance
May 21st– 22nd 2011
4,000 ft of climbing per lap, 15 miles per lap
Extreme Energy are
delighted to introduce the “Fan Dance” the ultimate test of mental
and physical endurance running / walking or crawling up the highest
peak in the Brecon Beacons. The Brecon Beacon National Park is one
of the most beautiful areas in the country with stunning views from
every angle.
Competitors will climb to the top of Pen-y-fan, down
to 3 different checkpoints in the fastest time they can achieve.
This route and the peak of Pen-y-fan are very
familiar to the British Army as this event is very similar to one of
the main tests that our special forces have to pass.
Running to the peak of Pen-y-fan in running clothing
carrying minimal safety kit is going to be tough and the challenge
that most competitors will face. However for an elite F.E.W there is
the opportunity of the ultimate test. A maximum of 40 people per day
will be taking on the task to become a Fan Elite Warrior or one of
the FEW. They will have to complete the 5 hour run with a 30lb
rucksack and carrying a training rifle (the same as the ones used in
the regular army). This test should not be under-estimated and will
be one of those challenges that should only be attempted by people
who want to test themselves mentally and physically to levels they
will have never achieved before.
The event will be run the same on both days.
Therefore there is the chance to do both days and become a 2nd
Dan member of the F.E.W.
The event is open to runners and walkers.
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