9-10 August 2025
CAN YOU CONQUER SPARTAN MELBOURNE?
Experience the world's #1 obstacle course race just 40 minutes from Melbourne CBD.

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Race in your own backyard and be home before bedtime or come from afar and explore all that Melbourne has to offer.

endurance iconChallenge For All Levels

Choose from the 5K Sprint with 20 obstacles or level up to the 10K Super with 25 obstacles. Don't forget the Kids race!

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We're stoked to announce the Armer & Spartan Chain Carry will be making their debut at Melbourne.

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Perfect for beginners and experienced athletes! The Melbourne course offers speed and lets you push your limits.

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What is Spartan?

Spartan is the world's leading obstacle course race, designed to test your resilience, strength, and mental grit. More than just a race, Spartan is a lifestyle and a community.

Our signature course combines running with world-class obstacles that will challenge every aspect of your fitness. Jump, crawl, climb, and push your limits in ways a regular training session never could.

If you're on a journey from couch to 5K or if you're an elite athlete - Spartan has a challenge to match your fitness level!

PRICES RISING SOON

Prices increase the closer we get to event day. Save up to 30% by registering now - you will not race for less!

How hard will you go?
Wave Types Explained
Open Wave

The standard race experience designed for all fitness levels where participants can tackle obstacles at their own pace, help each other, and focus on personal achievement rather than competition.

Age Group

A competitive category where racers compete against others in their specific age bracket (typically in 5-year increments), with official timing, strict adherence to obstacle completion rules, and potential qualification for championship events.

Elite

The premier competitive category for top athletes who race head-to-head for cash prizes, podium placement, and championship qualification points, with mandatory obstacle completion and no outside assistance allowed.

WHAT YOU'LL EARN

Many medals are tossed in a drawer, but not these. Spartan medals are earned, not given. Your finisher medal also comes with a special magnetic wedge that fits together with others to form the coveted Spartan Trifecta!

Spartan Sprint finisher t-shirt

Spartan Sprint medal, trifecta wedge and lanyard

Hydration

Professional Photos available for purchase

FAQ

Do I need to be super fit to run a Spartan race?
Can I race with friends?
How do I create/join my team?
Can I skip an obstacle? Is there a penalty?
What should I wear?
What should I bring?
What will I receive prior to race day?
When should I arrive and what should I do when I get there?
Is there a bag drop?