Metro Dash (23 entries)

• What is Metro Dash?
  Metro Dash is a gut wrenching, muscle pounding, make you want to throw up obstacle course race. It's compact, it's intense, and it's one hell of a good time. You'll be ...
• How do I register for Metro Dash?
  To register for Metro Dash click on the location you would like to compete in on the right hand side of the page, or use the locations tab above. Then click ...
• How old must I be to compete in Metro Dash?
  You must be at least 18 years old to compete in Metro Dash, no exceptions.
• What is the course?
  Metro Dash is a series of challenging obstacles set-up in an area equivalent in size to an NFL football field. Competitors will sprint a total of 600 meters while climbing, crawling, ...
• Will lines form at the obstacles?
  No, Metro Dash is a competitive race and we have several controls in place to ensure that no lines form at any of our obstacles.
• How long does it take to complete Metro Dash?
  An average athlete should be able to complete Metro Dash within 15 minutes.
• What if I can't complete an obstacle?
  If an athlete is unable to complete an obstacle, he/she is penalized with 20 burpees. All penalties must be completed before continuing the race.
• Is there running?
  There's sprinting. Metro Dash is not an endurance race, although if you sprint through the entire course you may feel like you just ran one.
• What skill level do I have to be at to participate in Metro Dash?
  Metro Dash is achievable for all levels of fitness and is intended for anyone looking for a unique obstacle challenge. While it's achievable for all levels of fitness, you wouldn't run ...
• How many competitors start at one time?
  At Metro Dash you're not just a number. We start 4 competitors at a time with a short pause between starts. This ensures lines do not form at any of the ...
• How can I prepare for Metro Dash?
  There are many good training programs out there that will prepare you for Metro Dash. We offer our own free baseline Training Program that will prepare you for the obstacles you'll ...
• My ticket lists a time different than the start time I selected.
  All tickets will list the event start time, not the preferred start time you selected during registration. One week prior to race day a final list of start times will be ...
• Should I select an "elite" start time?
  In order to be eligible to receive an award you must select an "elite" start time. If you are competing in Metro Dash to win, select an "elite" start time.
• Is this a timed race?
  Yes. We use chip timing to record all competitor's finishing times.
• Are there awards?
  Yes. Metro Dash awards the following: Top 3 in each division
• How is Metro Dash scored?
  Metro Dash is a timed event, and the fastest time wins. Every athlete is timed and scored on an individual basis regardless of the ticket type purchased. Only athletes who registered ...
• What's included with the registration fee?
  Race t-shirt Finisher award
• What happens if the weather is bad?
  The race director reserves the right to postpone or cancel the event if the conditions are unsafe or unfit for competitors. We're not afraid of rain, but safety of our competitors ...
• Can I receive a refund?
  Metro Dash registration fees are non-refundable, no exceptions.
• Can I transfer my registration?
  We realize issues that are out of your control arise. Therefore, we allow you to transfer your registration to someone else. Transfers must be processed by the stated deadline. Once this ...
• Can Spectators attend Metro Dash?
  Yes. Metro Dash is an awesome spectator sport, and competitors are encouraged to bring friends and family to the event. There's plenty of action for spectators.
• Do you offer team discounts?
  Yes, athletes who register as a team of 4 receive $5 off per person. While we offer a team discount all scoring is done on an individual basis regardless of the ...
• What is the Heroes Team Challenge?
  The Heroes Team Challenge was specifically created for the men and women who put their lives on the line everyday. We've slightly adapted the standard Metro Dash course to provide a ...