Join thousands as popular YOLO Run makes its way to Hong Kong, featuring a fun and performance run event with a post-event mass yoga session, and fund raising effort for Plan International Hong Kong.
HONG KONG, June 15, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- The inaugural "Chubb YOLO Run HK - You Only Live Once" (YOLO) will be held in Hong Kong on 1 October 2017. Organised by Do It Now, the event will flag off at the Hong Kong Science and Technology Park with two categories – 5KM and 10KM. Chubb Insurance Hong Kong Limited ('Chubb') is the title sponsor of the run.
The YOLO Run has been held successfully for two years in Singapore with 3,000 participants in 2015 and 9,000 participants in 2016.
Soak in the spirit of the Chubb YOLO Run HK where participants are encouraged to seize the day and free themselves from labels, stereotypes, body types and inhibitions. In line with freeing the participants' minds and connecting their body and soul, the Chubb YOLO Run HK will end the day on a high note with YOLO Yoga, a rejuvenating mass outdoor yoga session of mindful stretching led by Yoga Instructors and Ambassadors.
"X-Change Republic is excited about bringing the YOLO Run to Hong Kong because there is a huge appreciation for running, fitness and yoga. We are excited to have Chubb as the title sponsor of the event. Moreover, we are even more thrilled that Plan International Hong Kong has agreed to come on board as our adopted beneficiary. There is very good synergy between both organisations as we believe in the celebration of life and the future," said Mr Alex Loh, Managing Partner of X-Change Republic Pte Ltd.
Mr. Doug White, Country President of Chubb Insurance Hong Kong Limited, added, "We are delighted to be the title sponsor of the YOLO Run. Beyond just providing financial protection solutions to our customers, we are committed to contributing to the local communities in which we operate. This event is a wonderful platform to encourage healthy living and motivate individuals to challenge their personal limits. We look forward to working with the organisers to enhance the lives of the participants through this fun event."
Ms. Kanie Siu, CEO of Plan International Hong Kong appreciates the support of X-Change Republic Pte Ltd and the Official Organizer Do It Now HK for choosing Plan International Hong Kong as the beneficiary organization for the YOLO Run. The proceeds will support Plan International's projects in developing countries to help improve lives of underprivileged children. "I hope the public can actively support this healthy and meaningful event!", Ms Siu says.
Get your hands on one of the most unique race packs filled with goodness within a box. Designed exclusively for the Chubb YOLO Run HK, the race packs include a t-shirt, singlet or sports bra, and a drawstring bag. A generous range of exclusive YOLO Run additional merchandise including t-shirts, singlets, sports bras and yoga mats will be on sale. Participants of the 5KM and 10KM categories who complete their runs will receive the highly-coveted YOLO Run finisher medal.
Join in the meaningful way to YOLO, free yourselves and run shirtless for a good cause! For every runner that runs shirtless (men without running shirts and women with sports bra), the organisers will donate HKD20 to the beneficiary. Early-bird registration is priced at HKD300 for 5KM and HKD350 for 10KM respectively. For more information and to register, visit www.yolorun.com/hongkong.
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YOLO Run
The YOLO Run is a fun and performance run event where participants are encouraged to free themselves, be a part of a run that gives back and also partake in a mass yoga session after the run. The spirit of the YOLO Run draws from the aphorism "You Only Live Once" and encourages participants to seize the day, not care about what people think, and free themselves from labels, stereotypes, body types and inhibitions. This action of liberation is signified by participants running shirtless and is supported by X-Change Republic (the creators of the YOLO Run) or the sponsors, through donations to the adopted beneficiary for every runner who runs shirtless. YOLO Run believes in the appreciation of life. Everyone only lives each day once, therefore when one is able to, he should always help those in need, simply because there could never be another chance for it.
Chubb Insurance Hong Kong Limited
Chubb is the world's largest publicly traded property and casualty insurer. With both general and life insurance operations, Chubb has been present in Hong Kong for more than 90 years via acquisitions by its predecessor companies. Its general insurance operation in Hong Kong (Chubb Insurance Hong Kong Limited) is a niche and specialist general insurer. The company's product offerings include Property, Casualty, Marine, as well as Accident & Health programs for large corporates, midsized commercial and small business customers. Over the years, it has established strong client relationships by offering responsive service, developing innovative products and providing market leadership built on financial strength. More information can be found at www.chubb.com/hk.
Plan International Hong Kong
Established in 1937, Plan International is one of the world's leading development organisations specifically focusing on children. Headquartered in the U.K., Plan is working in 52 developing countries, concentrating on making lasting improvements to quality of life in the areas of health, education, environment and livelihood with funding from 21 fundraising offices. Plan is independent, with no religious, political or governmental affiliations.
ANNEX
Race Details
Date: 1 October 2017
Time: 8am - 12pm
Venue: Hong Kong Science and Technology Park
| Race Categories and Participant Rates Race Category |
Age (Yrs Old) |
Early Bird Price |
Normal Price |
| Individual Open, 5KM (Non-Competitive) |
14 and above |
HKD300 |
HKD350 |
| Individual Open, 10KM (Competitive) |
14 and above |
HKD350 |
HKD400 |
Entitlements
5KM: Event Tee Shirt + Event Singlet/Sports Bra + Drawstring Bag
10KM Event Tee Shirt + Event Singlet/Sports Bra + Drawstring Bag
Finisher medal for all 5KM and 10KM categories
Merchandise
YOLO Run White Pride T-shirt
YOLO Run Black City T-shirt
YOLO Run Grey Sports Bra
YOLO Run Yoga Mat
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