Bangkok--22 Jul--Ibis
The ibis Koh Samui Trophy 2010 Adventure Race and Fun Run for all is now confirmed on October 2, 2010
The second edition of The ibis Koh Samui Trophy brings the new, spectacular and fast growing sport of Adventure Racing to the South of Thailand.
Supported by ibis Hotels, the Tourism Authority of Thailand, the Tourism Association of Koh Samui and the Thai Hotel Association of Koh Samui, this inaugural Adventure Race is set to attract teams from around the world.
Scheduled on October 2 and part of the Amazing Thailand Adventure Race Series, the race will start and finish on the magnificent Bophut beach.
Adventure Racing is a highly visual and dynamic sport genre, stretching competitors to their limits. It is a sport that is rapidly capturing the imagination of sport people in Thailand and around the world.
“After the tremendous international success of the last River Kwai Trophy in Kanchanaburi, we are very excited to bring quality Adventure Racing in Samui again” explains Serge Henkens, the Race Director and managing director of Active Management Asia.
Some of the sponsor’s donations will go to environment friendly initiatives brought by “The Green Island Project”,a local green association.
“Despite 10 years of unbelievable development, the Island has still a lot to offer and it remains a paradise destination” continues Henkens. “Well-known for its magnificent beaches, Samui also offers fantastic opportunities for Adventure and Great Outdoor lovers. The Island has all the ingredients for a memorable race: the blue ocean, forests, mountains, water falls, sandy beaches and a very rich fauna and flora. The perfect recipe for great Adventure Racing” continues Henkens.
This year’s event looks even more interesting with top Asian teams coming from China, Hong Kong and Singapore to challenge local champions and last year winners Chadarak Chaikamjorn-Suwat Phaiboon.
Ibis Samui Bophut, as the main sponsor of this exciting event is pleased to welcome all participants to its modern beachfront hotel. The hotel is surely the best value for money on the island with international standards and friendly service. Competitors will be able to soak up the scenery, the wide sandy beach and the peaceful atmosphere of ibis Samui Bophut for a well-deserved relaxing time.
A great Sports day for all
As AMA strives to promote the sports for youngsters in Thailand and in order to make it a festive event and involve the Samui residents we have decided to offer a 5km fun run for all in parallel to the Adventure Race.
All Samui schools have been invited and all children and families are warmly welcome to participate to this unique event that promises to be one of the highlights of an active W.E.
This run will raise participant’s numbers and create a festive, sporty and friendly atmosphere throughout the day.
“We wanted to involve local communities and people who are not keen to compete in a strenuous adventure race”, say Henkens. “This running initiative will give the opportunity for all to participate in this unique sport’s day event!
Schools will also animate the activities throughout the day with dances, show and songs”.
“The ibis Koh Samui Trophy 2010” consists of 3 days of activities including:
? An expo for sponsors to promote their products/services
? Parties and VIP hospitality
? A spectacular Sprint Adventure Race
? A 5km fun run in the fishing village of Bophut
? Sports activities on the beach and in the Ibis hotel gardens
? Shows, dances and songs from local schools
? Trophy presentation
? Children corner and games
The ibis Koh Samui Trophy Adventure Race will offer 4 disciplines: Running, Cycling, Kayaking and Swimming.
The competitors will hike and run through unspoiled jungle, paddle and swim on the turquoise waters of the gulf of Thailand and cycle over the hills with spectacular views on the ocean.
“As we offer 2 divisions, Adventure (easier course) and Extreme (longer course), the race is really accessible to everyone!”
concludes Henkens.
The winners of the extreme division are expected to complete the course in approximately 4:30.
The fastest team in the Adventure division is planned to finish in around 3:30.
The Race offers 2 divisions:
? Adventure (Short course for newcomers and W.E. warriors)
? Extreme (Long course for confirmed athletes and experienced racers)
Disciplines: Running, Kayaking, Biking, Swimming and other mystery tests
Teams of 2 racers
Categories will be: Men, Women, Mixed, Masters Men (over 80 years combined) and Grand Masters Men (over 100 years combined)
For more information:
Active Management Asia Co., Ltd
Khun Nid-Khun Soy-Khun Mai
Tel: 02 7189581-2
Fax: 02 7189583
Email:
[email protected]
Website: www.kohsamuitrophy.com www.ama-events.com
Ibis Samui Bophut
197 Moo 1, Rob Koh Road, Bophut,
Koh Samui, Surat Thani 84320
www.ibishotel.com/thailand