parkrun @ Bay East Garden

Join us as we visit parkrun Bay East Garden — a free 5km run organised by the by the official parkrun community.

All paces welcome!

To see how many of our crew are heading down, check UJR's consolidated attendance list at tinyurl.com/urbanjunglerunners. Just keep in mind that parkrun is a massive community event—while we're just tracking our own group, the event typically attracts around 60 to 80+ independent runners every single Saturday, so it’s going to be a fantastic, bustling morning!

If this is your first parkrun, don't forget to register (free) at parkrun.sg/registerparkrun.sg/register

THE BASICS
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MEETING POINT (Tanjong Rhu Exit 1): Tanjong Rhu Exit 1 — 07:10:00
MEETING POINT (Start line): Under Benjamin Sheares Bridge (near Passion Wave) — 07:20:00
DISTANCE: 5.00 km

SCHEDULE
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07:10: Meet at Tanjong Rhu Exit 1 — slow jog to start line
07:20: Parkrun briefing
07:30: Flag off
LATER: Breakfast at Kontiki (10% discount for parkrunners)

FAQs
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Q: Do I need to register?
A: Yes. To get the most out of your parkrun experience, you should register at parkrun.sg/register. To get an official time, you only need to register once (for free) at parkrun.sg. Once registered, bring your personal barcode on the day (a printout or a screenshot on your phone is fine). Registration unlocks your personal parkrunner's profile, which shows your 5km times for all of the parkruns you will ever run. You'll kick yourself after your second parkrun if you don't!

Q: Why join Urban Jungle Runners for parkrun?
A: You are welcome to attend parkrun on your own, and if you find you love the 5k format, you can absolutely make it your regular Saturday run! Our group uses our monthly parkrun visit as a fun, organized way to track our 5km progress together. Joining us is a great way to meet our community. If you're looking for more variety, we also offer trail runs, hill sessions, and social road runs on the other weekends of the month.

Q: Is this a race?
A: It's a race against yourself. Parkrun is a wonderfully inclusive and non-competitive event. The goal is to challenge your own personal best in a positive environment. There's no pressure to compete with others.

Q: Is this event suitable for beginners?
A: Absolutely. Parkrun is designed for everyone, from first-time joggers and walkers to experienced runners. There is no time limit, and because it's a community event, you'll find people of all paces. It's the perfect place to start.

Q: If I meet you at the MRT, what is the pace to the start line?
A: We will jog from the designated MRT station to the start line at a very relaxed warm-up pace, approximately 6:00-6:30 min/km.

Q: What happens after the run?
A: We usually join the other parkrunners for a well-deserved breakfast at a nearby spot. It's a great social part of the morning, but it's completely optional.

Q: Who is in charge during the event?
A: The parkrun volunteer team is in charge. Our group participates as guests, so all runners must listen to the official pre-run briefing and follow the instructions of the parkrun race director and marshals at all times.

Q: Is there a bag drop?
A: Yes, parkrun locations have a designated area for bags. Please note that this area is unattended, so leave valuables at home.

Q: What happens if it rains?
A: The event proceeds rain or shine, so please dress for the weather.