FAQs

Paladin Fitness welcomes individuals of all fitness levels aged 16 and above. Events are designed to be inclusive, with divisions to suit everyone.

Participants engage in a series of running segments interspersed with functional workout stations. These stations test speed, endurance, strength, and resilience through exercises such as the Concept 2 SkiErg, plate thrusters, walking lunges and more. See the race format for more details.

Most Paladin events do not enforce strict cut-offs, but Race Control may intervene if an athlete is significantly behind for safety or event-flow reasons.

Registration is straightforward and can be completed online via the Paladin Fitness website. Simply select your desired event, choose the appropriate division, and follow the instructions to complete your booking. Upon successful registration, you’ll receive a confirmation email with your event details.

Check your spam and promotions folders. If you still can’t find it, contact us and we’ll resend your registration details.

Paladin Fitness offers multiple divisions to cater to different fitness levels:

• Solo: Ideal for individuals seeking to challenge themselves independently.
• Doubles: Perfect for pairs who want to tackle the race together, sharing the workload of the exercises. This can be done as Female, Male or Mixed

• Solo – according to the athlete’s age on the date of the event.
• Doubles – age group is determined by the average age of both athletes. Example: If athletes are 33 and 38, then the average age on race day is 35.5 years old. Your team enters into the 30-39 age category.
  • 33 + 38 = 71 ￫ 71/2 = 35.5

We recommend arriving 60-90 minutes before your scheduled start time so you have enough time to check in, warm up, store your belongings and enter your start wave.

Yes. Start waves run by division (Solo / Doubles). Your exact start time will be sent out during race week.

Yes, we provide a secure bag-drop area for athletes. Ask at registration check-in.

Athletic clothing, hydration, running shoes, and any approved protective gear. We recommend bringing a towel and a change of clothes.

A balanced training plan is recommended — combining strength training, functional movements, cardiovascular work, and running. Functional training facilities (e.g. Fitstop, F45, CrossFit) can be useful. Paladin Fitness also offers workout resources  to aid your preparation.

Yes, Paladin Fitness events feature age group categories to ensure fair competition and camaraderie among participants. Specific age group breakdowns can be found in the event details for each race.

All participants receive a timing chip to wear during the race, ensuring accurate tracking of overall race time and individual segment times.

Race results will be available here. Participants will also receive an email with information on how to access their individual results and performance breakdowns.

Yes — volunteers are welcome and play a key role. Interested people can apply via the volunteer information page for the event they want to help with. The 2026 Volunteer page will be ready soon.

Lifting straps or any equipment that may aid performance are not allowed. The only exception is gloves — but only as protection for your hands.

For safety and judging clarity, headphones are not permitted.

No. Only designated judges may assist athletes. Teammates in doubles may support each other within the rules, but spectators cannot enter the course.

Yes, we provide event judges and marshalls to ensure all athletes are following movement standards and understand the flow of the event. It is the athletes’ responsibility to complete correct repetitions of each movement. Athletes who are performing movements incorrectly will be asked to stop and place weight on the ground.

Your zone judge will then demonstrate the expected movement standards. 

For athletes with mobility issues, please advise the registration team at check-in on race day and a red race number may be issued to indicate modified requirements.

Yes. Transfers are allowed and subject to transfer terms and conditions if you can no longer participate. The transfer must be completed by the event cut-off date and transfer fees may apply. Contact via admin@paladinfitness.com.au

If you can’t make it to your registered event, you may be able to transfer your entry to a future Paladin Fitness event, subject to availability. Transfers must be requested before the transfer deadline as per the transfer terms and conditions, and a transfer fee may apply. Contact admin@paladinfitness.com.au

Yes — transfers must be completed before the event’s specified transfer deadline as stated in the terms and conditions.

No. Tickets can only be transferred through Paladin’s official transfer process. Unofficial resales or third-party transfers won’t be acknowledged.

Transfer or deferral options depend on timing and event capacity. Contact us as early as possible so we can advise your options.

Yes — Paladin has partnered Sportograf to capture the race. Photos will be available for participants to purchase after the event.

Race photos will be available on the Sportograf website after the event. Simply enter your race details or bib number to locate and download your images. A link to the gallery will also be shared via email and on the Paladin website.

Yes — participants and spectators may take personal photos or videos. You are asked to be considerate and not obstruct the race course, workout zones, or official photographers.

Only with prior approval from Paladin Fitness. Professional media coverage requires explicit permission.

Yes — events may be filmed for promotional purposes, including highlight reels and social media. By participating, you accept that you may appear in such footage.

If you prefer not to be included in promotional materials, you may email team@paladinfitness.com.au with details after the event. Paladin will attempt to accommodate requests.

Yes — hydration stations will be provided by Paladin’s event partner Nutrition Warehouse, offering water and electrolytes. You are encouraged to bring your own water bottle for convenience.

Once registered, you receive an athlete handbook via email containing details like parking, race flow, wave starts, sponsors, etc. There is also a live race briefing (on Instagram) the day before the event, and a recording will be available afterward.

In the doubles format, two athletes compete as a team, completing the full course together while splitting the workout stations. The first and last 800m run must be completed together, while the runs between zones are split into 400m each. When performing the Zones, athletes are allowed to share reps as they please, providing the total number of reps are completed.

After the final race wave of each category, there is an awards presentation to recognise top performers. The race-day schedule is published on the event page, and exact times will be announced on the day.

Yes. You’ll receive a unique Paladin Finisher medal and your ranking (overall, age group, gym points) once results are finalised.

Paladin Fitness features a race series points system, where athletes earn points based on their performance in each event. Points accumulate across the season, with top competitors in each category recognised at the end of the series.

Points allocated as 

Race entry equals 5 points 

Additional Points allocated for place getters = 10th (1) 9th (2) 8th (3) 7th (4) 6th (5) 5th (6) 4th (7) 3rd (9) 2nd (11) 1st (15)

Most venues provide on-site or nearby parking. Specific parking maps or instructions will be included in the race-week email.

Absolutely! Paladin Fitness is committed to inclusivity, and we welcome adaptive athletes. Please contact us in advance to discuss modifications and ensure the best possible race experience. We strive to accommodate all athletes and will work with you to provide suitable

Where possible, we encourage athletes to use public transport. Station/stop details will be included in the event info pack.

Yes. Paladin venues include accessible toilets, hydration stations, and on-site first aid.

Absolutely — spectators are encouraged! Spectator access is available for free or purchase. Purchased tickets get you right up close to the action.

Yes, all Paladin events are hosted at accessible venues. If you require specific support (ramps, alternative entry points, assistance), contact us prior to race day.

Yes — a limited range of Paladin gear is available at selected events. Stock may vary between locations.

If pre-order is available, collection will be at the merch tent. Details will be confirmed in your race-week email.