GoodLife Fitness Victoria Marathon

GoodLife Fitness Victoria Marathon Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can I upgrade, downgrade, add tickets or massage?

   Yes. Click Here

2. Is the GoodLife Fitness Victoria Marathon a Certified Boston Marathon Qualifier?

   Yes, the GoodLife Fitness Victoria Marathon course is AIMS, IAAF and Athletics Canada certified and can be used as a qualifier for the Boston Marathon. It is also sanctioned by BC Athletics.

3. Where Is Victoria, And How Do I Get There?

   Victoria, the capital of the Canadian province of British Columbia, is located at the southern tip of Vancouver Island. Victoria is 70 miles northwest of Seattle, WA and 50 miles south of Vancouver, BC. Victoria is a popular tourist destination for people from around the world and is easily accessible via a wide variety of air and sea transportation options.

   See our travel pages - Getting Here and Partner Hotels - for information on travel and lodging options.

   Can't find the accommodation you're looking for? Contact Tourism Victoria at 1-800-663-3883 or online at www.tourismvictoria.com.

4. What Time Does Each Race Start?

   6:30 a.m.	Marathon Early Start (7:00 hour time limit - for marathoners slower than 5:30 hours ONLY - Finish line closes at 2:00 p.m.)
   7:10 a.m.	8K Road Race Wheelchair Start
   7:15 a.m.	8K Road Race Start (walkers welcome)
   7:25 a.m.	Half Marathon Wheelchair Start
   7:30 a.m.	Half Marathon Start (walkers welcome)
   8:55 a.m.	Marathon Wheelchair Start
   9:00 a.m.	Marathon Main Start (5:30 hour time limit - Finish line closes at 2:00 p.m.)
   10:15 a.m.	THRIFTY FOODS Kids Run (12 and under)

5. Can I Start At 6:30 A.M. If I'm Faster Than Five and a Half Hours Or If I'm In The Half Marathon?

   No. Only marathoners expecting to be slower than 5:30 hours will be permitted to start at 6:30 a.m. Anyone finishing the marathon faster than 5 hr 15 min from the early start will be disqualified. This is a safety issue - the far reaches of the course have no marshals until after 8:00 a.m. More information...

6. Can I Walk The Half Marathon Or The Marathon?

   Yes! The time limit in the Half Marathon is 5 hours 59 minutes. It starts at 7:30am. Walkers must not walk more that 2 side-by-side for safety reasons; faster runners from the other races will be approaching from behind. The following time limits apply.

   Marathon - Early Start	6:30am (est. finish of 5:30-7:30 hrs only)
   Marathon - Main Start	9:00am (est. finish of 5:30 or less)

   Indicate your expected finishing time on your entry form. The finish line closes at 2:00pm.

7. Where Does Each Race Start?

   The Early Marathon, Half Marathon, and Marathon all start on Menzies Street at Kingston on the opposite side of the BC Legislative Buildings from the Fairmont Empress Hotel.

   The 8K Road Race starts on Belleville Street between Menzies and Oswego, a block away from the finish line.

   The THRIFTY FOODS Kids Run starts on Kingston St. (just off Menzies).

   On race morning, check your gear at the clothing check on Government St. at Belleville, then walk along the paved driveway in front of the steps of the Legislative Buildings to the start line for your event.

8. Do You Have Pace Bunnies?

   We do not have pace bunnies, but those running a similar pace as you will be lined up at the start line time banner that reads:

   Marathon 3 hrs. 00 min.		7:00/mi.	4:30/km
   Marathon 3 hrs. 30 min.		8:00/mi.	5:00/km
   Marathon 4 hrs. 00 min.		9:00/mi.	5:30/km
   Marathon 4 hrs. 30 min.		10:00/mi.	6:00/km
   Half Marathon 1 hrs. 30 min.		7:00/mi.	4:30/km
   Half Marathon 1 hrs. 45 min.		8:00/mi.	5:00/km
   Half Marathon 2 hrs. 00 min.		9:00/mi.	5:30/km
   Half Marathon 2 hrs. 15 min.		10:00/mi.	6:00/km

9. Can I Register On Race Day?

   No. Registration ends at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 9 at the Victoria Conference Centre.

10. Can I Make Changes To My Registration Information?

    To make changes your registration information, email us at info@runvictoriamarathon.com or call us at (250) 658-4520.

11. I Pre-Registered And Now I'm Injured Or Have Another Commitment. Can I Get A Refund Or A Deferral?

    Sorry, there are no refunds or deferrals and registrations may not be transferred to another runner. Course Tours, Carbo Gala Dinner, and Post-Race Massage are refundable until August 31st with a written request.

12. What About Baby Joggers?

    Baby joggers are not permitted in the Marathon, Half Marathon and 8K Road race for insurance and safety reasons. If an accident were to occur between a runner and a baby jogger, neither party would be covered by our event liability insurance. The GoodLife Fitness Victoria Marathon is a foot race. For safety and liability reasons all events are limited to registered runners only. Bicycles, hand cycles, skateboards, rollerblades, scooters, skates, pacing and running with dogs are strictly prohibited on the course. Non-compliance with these safety rules will result in disqualification.

13. Can I Wear My iPod During The Race?

    iPods are not encouraged but are permitted at the Victoria Marathon. Here is the disclaimer that applies to these devices:

    Please keep your volume low enough so that you can hear the instructions of the volunteers, police and/or emergency vehicles along the route. This is for your safety.