The ARCade Schedule
| RACE | TIME | AGE GROUP | DISTANCE |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARCade BOOST | 12:00 | U8 | 1KM |
| ARCade DOUBLE BOOST | 12:30 | U11 | 2KM |
| ARCade TURBO | 13:15 | U14 | 3.2KM |
| ARCade BOSS | 14:00 | U17 | 6.4KM |
The four races are ARCade BOOST U8 (ages 4–8, 1KM), ARCade DOUBLE BOOST U11 (ages 9–11, 2KM), ARCade TURBO U14 (ages 12–14, 3.2KM) and ARCade BOSS U17 (ages 15–16, 6.4KM).
TrailFam is a UK charity on a mission to get more young people outdoors and into nature through trail running. They work with schools and urban communities, providing opportunities for young people to discover the sport, build confidence, develop new skills and connect with the outdoors.
With a focus on making trail running accessible to young people from all backgrounds, TrailFam uses running to bring together community, adventure and fun.
Yes. Arc of Attrition is a great weekend for the whole family. Alongside the main races, the Youth Races give younger runners their own chance to take on the trails, while the Ultra-Trail Village, finish line and surrounding coastline offer plenty to see and do throughout the weekend.
There are four ARCade by TrailFam Kids and Youth Race categories, catering for young runners from under 8s through to under 17s:
- ARCade BOOST U8: Under 8s
- ARCade DOUBLE BOOST U11: Under 11s
- ARCade TURBO U14: Under 14s
- ARCade BOSS U17: Under 17s Each category has its own distance, ranging from 1KM to 6.4KM, so there's a challenge for different ages and abilities.
No. The Youth Races are designed to give young runners the chance to get involved in trail running and experience the excitement of race day. Whether it's their first trail race or they're already comfortable on the trails, there's an opportunity to take on a challenge and have fun.
The Youth Races will take place at Perranporth Airfield, the home of Arc of Attrition race weekend. The airfield is also home to the Ultra-Trail Village and main event finish line, so there's plenty happening around the races.
What distance do the Youth Races cover? There are four ARCade by TrailFam race distances to choose from, depending on age category:
- ARCade BOOST U8: 1KM
- ARCade DOUBLE BOOST U11: 2KM
- ARCade TURBO U14: 3.2KM
- ARCade BOSS U17: 6.4KM
- From a first 1KM dash to a longer 6.4KM challenge, there's an ARCade adventure for everyone!
There's plenty to explore beyond the race. Discover Cornwall's beaches and coastal paths, visit local cafés and pubs, explore nearby towns and villages, or head to the Ultra-Trail Village to soak up the atmosphere and watch the Arc runners come through the finish.
