26 MPV Obstacle Laser Run Championships - Winter Challenge

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Sat 15 Aug 2026 11:30 - 18:00
Barwon/Geelong Hub

Event information

Registration for this event closes at Wed 12 Aug 2026 20:00.
'26 MPV State Obstacle Laser Run Championships - 
Winter Challenge
Choose your favourite combination of events or challenge yourself to do them all!
OBSTACLES – LASER RUN – SWIMMING

GEELONG

This is a GREAT opportunity for those that have been training to put what they've learnt into a competition format or those new to Modern Pentathlon to come and do what they know then add on another phase and challenge themselves.

Athletes of all levels (*minimum age 9 years) are welcome to come and get involved.   

As our commitment to athlete development - Coach Gen will be there to ensure you are ready for each competition phase - Amp up the fun & maximise your potential.

 

Draft Schedule:

Saturday 15th August ‘26

·       11.30am - Swim – Splashdown Leisure Centre 

·       1.30pm – Laser Run and Shoot & Scoot – Geelong Showgrounds

·       3.30pm – Obstacles – Geelong Ninjas

·       5.00pm – Presentations & Supper

Your choice - Pathway Sport Combination or challenge yourself - ALL 4

Winter Challenge

Obstacles, Laser Run, Swimming – eligible for OLR State Championship

$70

Obstacle Laser Run

Obstacles & Laser Run – State Championship

$50

Tri

Laser Run & Swim (non-continuous)

$50

Laser Run

Laser Run (new format)

$30

Shoot & Scoot

Intro Session Laser Run – for all abilities (modified 3 x 300m, 3 x 5 hits, 5m)

$30

 

For Pathway Sport Combinations, scores will be calculated by combining the points from each discipline.

Note: Athletes are only required to complete each individual discipline once.

Calculating age for events: 

The age will be counted by subtracting the year of birth from the year of competition i.e. birth year 2012. 2026 – 2012 = 14 Competition Category – Under 15. *Minimum age for any one of these events is 9 years

Category

Year of Birth

Running Sequence

Shooting Sequence

Shooting Distance

Swim Distance

Obstacles

Under 11

2016 - 2017

2 x 300m

2 x 5 hits (two hands)

5m

50m

Platforms modified

Under 13

2014 - 2015

3 x 300m

3 x 5 hits

5m

100m

As above

Under 15

2012 - 2013

3 x 600m

3 x 5 hits

5m

100m

 

Under 17

2010 - 2011

4 x 600m

4 x 5 hits

10m

100m

 

Under 19

2008 - 2009

5 x 600m

5 x 5 hits

10m

100m

 

Junior

2005 - 2007

5 x 600m

5 x 5 hits

10m

100m

 

Senior

2004 or earlier

5 x 600m

5 x 5 hits

10m

100m

 

Masters 30-59

1967 - 1996

3 x 600m

3 x 5 hits

10m

100m

 

Masters 60+

1966 or earlier

2 x 600m

2 x 5 hits

5m

50m

Platforms modified

Shoot & Scoot 9yr+

2017 or earlier

3 x 300m

3 x 5 hits (two hands)

5m

N/A

N/A

Venue Accessibility:

Swim - Splashdown Leisure Centre

  • ramp entry access to main pools
  • accessible change rooms and toilets
  • accessible (Disabled) car parking

Laser Run – Geelong Showground

  • Accessible Car Spaces
  • Accessible Restroom
  • Ramp access

Please reach out and let us know how we can assist you in being a part of this event.

Membership: All events, except the Shoot & Scoot, athletes must be a member of Modern Pentathlon Victoria (or another MP state association). This can be a Trialist Membership which allows you to compete/participate in most Modern Pentathlon events in Australia for 3months. (Trialist membership can be upgraded to a Full membership at the end of the 3mths)Please log into your account to enter.

Note: Trialist members can enter the State Championship event, though are not eligible to be awarded Age Championship Awards. Current Adult or Youth Athlete Member are eligible for Championship Awards.

Family discount: 10% discount per family member when two (2) or more Adult or Youth athletes reside at the same address and register at the same time. Contact us for discount code.

Shoot & Scoot- is a fun way for the whole family to get involved or those new to the sport to dip their toe in. Join us for an Intro Session. Modified course & format. Suitable for  PARA ATHLETES to get a taste of this fast growing and exciting WORLD SPORT. Membership not required. 

Equipment: For those new to the sport, equipment is available. Please indicate requirements at registration. 

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