Long distance relay race for everyone in the family to take part in.
Celebrate and build up to an Olympic and Paralympic year in Japan here at the UK's Sport University of the year 2020.
10/03/2020
Europe's first ever Nanairo Ekiden is over but the legacy continues!
It was great to see so many people enjoying themselves at the event and showing support for inclusion, diversity and equality in sport. We would like to share the memories of the day with you all, which you can find below!
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1WvzDwpGyTH6BtsfJtGMs_nTQ_tF0llKT
08/03/2020
We would like to thank all of our participants, spectators and volunteers who attended and took part in the first Nanairo Ekiden to be hosted in Europe.
A massive thank you to the Stirling Fund, University of Stirling, University of Tsukuba, Cricket Scotland, Bridge of Allan Highland Games, Forth Valley Disability Sport, the Univetsity of Stirling Women's football team, University of Stirling sport services, Bleed Green and our wonderful host for the day, Harriet Tyler for helping us make this event a huge success. We couldn't have done it without you all.
We hope you all had a great experience!
Nanairo Ekiden Stirling team
The day has arrived for Nanairo Ekiden to makes its European debut ! Just a quick reminder that the check-in desk is open from 12.15-1pm at the University of Stirling athletics track.
As the blue skies haven't arrived so far, please remember to bring warm clothes with you. We have changing facilities in the sports centre village, should you wish to change during the transitional period.
Good luck to all. We will see you this afternoon!
Best wishes,
Nanairo Ekiden team
07/03/2020
ONE MORE SLEEP!!! We hope that everyone is ready to take part in Europe's first ever Nanairo Ekiden tomorrow! We are really excited to bring you this exciting event.
There is still a few remaining spaces left for tomorrow, so if you don't want to miss out on the Olympic experience then sign up at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/nanairo-ekiden-2020-registration-81335309099
Enjoy the rest of your evening and we look forward to welcoming you to Nanairo Ekiden tomorrow!
Nanairo Ekiden 2020 If you can't make it to Tokyo, make it to Stirling! A pre Olympic event full of fun activities for families and individuals to take part in.
05/03/2020
If you believe that sport should be accessible for everyone, then Nanairo Ekiden is the event for you this Sunday!
04/03/2020
Are you passionate about physical activity and sport? We want people to share that passion to inspire others to get involved in sport. That is the goal of our Nanairo Ekiden and it's the first Nanairo Ekiden to ever be run in Europe! We want you to get involved at this free event. We welcome all ages and abilities.
In support of , we know the positives that any form of exercise brings to the wellbeing of people's physical and mental health. Get involved today. There are only 4 more sleeps to go!
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/nanairo-ekiden-2020-registration-81335309099
03/03/2020
Do you know who the London 2012 Olympic heptathlon gold medallist and three time world champion was?
If you want to be in with a chance of winning a singed Jessica Ennis-Hill t-shirt, Forth Valley Disability Sport will host a raffle, where you can win a shirt signed by her! All money raised will go towards Forth Valley Disability Sport to support everyone’s right to participate in sporting activities. We would like to thank University of Stirling for donating this prize.
Don't miss out on this opportunity! Drop by at their stall between 12 and 3pm to enter and be in with a chance of winning!
Is there a better day to showcase inclusion and equality in sport than on ?
The Nanairo Ekiden team believe that sport should be accessible and enjoyed by EVERYONE. If you feel the same way then come and join us at University of Stirling this Sunday for an action packed day full of activities which help promote these values. Our family friendly event has activities that cater to all abilities. When is the next chance you will get be involved in a themed event at ZERO cost to you?
01/03/2020
Do you want to be part of Scotland's premium pre-Tokyo 2020 sporting event?
With the Olympics and Paralympics only weeks away, don't miss out on a unique opportunity to flag the flag for your country University of Stirling this coming SUNDAY! Try your hand at different sporting activities which promote inclusion and diversity in sport on . Get a feel for what you can expect in Tokyo this summer with an integration of Scottish and Japanese cultural activities.
All activities are suitable for all ages and abilities. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity so sign up now at
Nanairo Ekiden 2020 If you can't make it to Tokyo, make it to Stirling! A pre Olympic event full of fun activities for families and individuals to take part in.