Feeling keen to try a tri? Ready to run a fun run? Signing up for an event is a great way to stay on track with your activity goals! It puts in place a powerful personal pact that can be hugely motivating - helping you get out of bed on those cold mornings, or fit in a session after work when you don’t feel like it.

Doing an event as part of a team or with a friend, work colleague, neighbour or your whānau can create an even stronger level of accountability. Having a bunch of cheerleaders saying "Come on, let’s go!" can help keep you motivated and stick with it.

Another helpful strategy is to get active for a cause if you are motivated by supporting others. Active community events - like the Pink Ribbon Walk or Relay for Life - are a great way to do something healthy while giving back. Some events also offer training programmes to get you ready, and prizes!

There is a huge range of events to choose from in Canterbury - whether you're just starting out or looking for something more challenging. Check out the listings and links below to find upcoming events over the next few months.

These fun rogaines are suitable for gurus to newbies. 1-hour and 2-hour options are available - as well as a virtual option.

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Get in and start open water swimming. All abilities are welcome.

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Experience the stunning coastline views of the Godley Head track on this trail run.

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6-hour, 4-hour, 2-hour and 1-hour options are available for this spring rogaine.

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Take part in this community event to celebrate, remember or support those experiencing addiction and mental distress.

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Join the most colourful run you'll ever see - bringing real colour back to the Red Zone.

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Enjoy this summer series of swim events in Lyttelton Harbour.

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This event brings endurance mountain biking racing against the clock back to Hanmer Springs.

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Join this run/walk/bike event in Mid Canterbury for all ages and fitness levels.

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This event incorporates a festival of race options to suit all athletes, including triathlons, duathlons and standalone running events.

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