The “Fan Dance” – Pen-y-fan

Ultimate Test of Mental and Physical Endurance

May 22nd– 23rd 2010

5 hours maximum time, 4,000 ft of climbing per lap, 9 miles per lap

Extreme Energy are delighted to introduce the “Fan Dance” an 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, as many times as they can and be back to the start within 5 hours.

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 50 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 2^nd Dan member of the F.E.W.

The event is open to runners and walkers.

Photos from our Fan Dance Recce March 2010

Event:

The “Fan Dance” fell race

Date:

22^nd and 23^rd May 2010

Format:

5 hour fell running or walking. From bottom to top of Pen-y-fan. Down to 3 different checkpoints. Same format both days.
The winners will be the people who have visited the most checkpoints in the quickest time without going over the 5 hours. There will be points for each checkpoint visited and penalty points for going over the 5 hours.

Cost:

£40 per day or £50 per day to be a Fan Elite Warrior (F.E.W)

Start:

To be announced a week before the start to prevent practicing on the route

Finish:

Same place as the start

What you get for your money:

• Free car parking 
• Choice of 2 classes, runners/walkers and the Fan Elite Warriors (FEW)
• A fully recced route designed to make the event special for all
• Regular newsletter for each entry individually
• A goody bag, quality T Shirt or Buff
• Toilets & marquee at the start / finish areas including a bar and food available for purchase
• Camping facilities available if required (small additional charge to camp) 
• All permissions needed for the event granted, safety & medical cover throughout the event (including mountain rescue & police)
• Medal awarded to each finisher
• Prizes awarded for 1st, 2nd & 3rd of each class
• Manned checkpoints with food & water available
• Timing system to ensure accurate timing of event
• Free refreshments on completion of each day/event
• Results reported on-line for you, fellow runners, friends & family to view 
• Action pictures taken by professional photographers and pictures made available for purchase after the event
• Care taken to minimise the impact on the environment
• A well organised event by the XNRG team
   

Accommodation:

There is ample room for parking and camping at the start area on both the 21^st and 22^nd May. Camping is £5 per person per night payable in advance to ensure your booking.

For those entering the F.E.W there will be a special marked off camping area.
 

Facilities:

Toilets and a lovely stream for washing in
 

Food:

There will be a “field” kitchen operating throughout the event for competitors to refuel. Food is available at an additional charge
 

Bar:

A bar will be open in the main marquee each evening
 

Compulsory Kit

-          Running shoes or walking boots

-          Running gear

-          Long trousers / leggings

-          Thermal top

-          Buff or warm hat

-          Waterproof

-          Whistle

-          Emergency silver blanket

-          Mobile phone fully charged

-          Map – to be provided

-          Compass

(there will be time penalties for any item missing – or you may not be able to run the event)

Transportation:

-          ample parking is available near the start

-          There is a train service to Brecon. The start is a 15 minute taxi from the station

Medical:

There will be a first aiders on hand through out the event. We will also transport any major injuries to local hospital if required.

Mountain rescue are on call in case of incidents on the hill.

Massage:

We will have one or two people available for 15 minute sports massages at an additional cost. Bookable after finishing each day.

Outline Daily Schedule:

21^st  May

-          1800 – campsite open

-          1900 – competitor party ! Bar open
 

22^nd May

–         0830 – registration open

–         1000 - first start time

–         1100 – last start time

–         1500 – first finish time

–         1600 – final finish time

–         1630 – prize giving

–         1800 – Competitor party ! Bar Open
 

23^rd May

–         1000 - first start time

–         1100 – last start time

–         1500 – first finish time

–         1600 – final finish time

–         1630 – prize giving

Categories and Prizes:

The “Fan Dance” each day

       1^st, 2^nd and 3^rd  Male

       1^st, 2^nd and 3^rd Female

       1^st Male over 40, over 50 and over 60

       1^st Female over 40, over 50 and over 60

       Special award for all competitors who join the F.E.W (Fan Elite Warriors)

       1^st, 2^nd and 3^rd Fan Elite Warrior

Route / Navigation:

The route will not be marked. The paths to the summit are very clear. Each competitor will need to take a map and compass in case the weather closes in. Each check point will be manned.

Supporters / Volunteers:

If there are any supporters of competitors that want to support throughout the event then we would love to have you along.

If you are able to help man checkpoints / water stations etc please let us know.  In return we will provide an event T shirt, a buff, free camping and food.

 
Route Detail : 

To be announced 2 weeks before the event start.

Event Rules:

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Entrance Form:

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