Category: Ultra Races

Video #285: Sri Chinmoy Oneness-Home Peace Run in South Australia 2025

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A new short film from the Sri Chinmoy Oneness-Home Peace Run in South Australia has just been released, capturing the spirit and highlights of the recent journey. Filmmaker Aiden Manning presents a powerful 20-minute piece that offers a vivid glimpse into the message of peace carried across schools, mountains, and cities.

The film opens with a warm welcome at Bridgewater Primary School, continues to the summit of Mount Lofty, and concludes with a heartfelt gathering on the steps of Parliament House in Adelaide. Along the way, viewers will see children joyfully carrying the Peace Torch, hear inspiring remarks from Thai cave rescuer Dr. Richard Harris upon receiving the Peace Run’s Torch-Bearer Award, and receive thoughtful reflections from peace advocates Lynn Arnold and Heidi Unferdorben.

Aiden Manning brings a uniquely heartfelt vision to the screen, using media as a vehicle for peace and transformation.

Learn more about the Peace Run in Australia: https://www.peacerun.org/au/

 

News #25: The Hill Season Podcast – The Maserati Experience: 3,100 Miles of Spiritual Elevation and 10 Days in Bulgaria

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In this inspiring episode of the Hill Season Podcast, Bulgarian ultra-distance runner Ivan Dimitrov sits down with two remarkable athletes just after they completed the 10-day race in New York—and right before heading into the 10-day race in Bulgaria.

They begin with a deep dive into the Sri Chinmoy Marathon Team and the intense world of multi-day ultrarunning. Expect rich insights into training, mindset, and recovery. Around the 50-minute mark, the conversation shifts into how meditation and spiritual practice can help you thrive not just in racing, but in daily life.

🎧 Listen to the full episode here

For more information about events, visit the official website: www.srichinmoycentre.org
To learn more about Sri Chinmoy, please visit: www.srichinmoy.org.

News #24: Sri Chinmoy 5K, Half-Marathon & Relay – Flushing Meadows, NY | May 10, 2025

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On Saturday, May 10th, Flushing Meadows Corona Park in Queens, New York, came alive with the spirit of joy, determination, and community as runners of all levels took part in the annual Sri Chinmoy 5K, Half-Marathon & Relay.

Organized by the Sri Chinmoy Marathon Team in collaboration with NYC Parks, the event featured a scenic, USATF-certified course winding through the park’s most iconic landmarks—including the Unisphere and Queens Zoo. The flat, fast loop provided the perfect setting for personal bests and peaceful miles alike.

Participants were treated to thoughtful race-day touches such as custom t-shirts, finisher medals, aid stations every mile, and a post-race pancake breakfast—creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for all.

Congratulations to all the runners and heartfelt thanks to the volunteers who made the day so special!

For more information about sports events, visit the official website: www.srichinmoyraces.org.
To learn more about Sri Chinmoy, please visit: www.srichinmoy.org.

 

News #23: Sri Chinmoy 6 & 10 Day Race 2025 – Sofia

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The 2025 Sri Chinmoy 6 & 10 Day Race is currently taking place in Sofia, Bulgaria, at the serene Park “Sv. sv. Petar and Pavel”. The event began with the 10-day race starting on May 3 and the 6-day race commencing on May 7. Both races will conclude on May 13, 2025.

Participants are running on a certified 785-meter flat asphalt loop, with their laps recorded by race marshals to ensure accurate timing. This event is a true test of endurance and will see runners from around the world pushing their limits for self-transcendence and inner growth.

For detailed race information, including results and photos, visit the links below:

For more information about sports events, visit the official website: www.srichinmoyraces.org.
To learn more about Sri Chinmoy, please visit: www.srichinmoy.org.

Video #281: Completion of the 2025 Sri Chinmoy 3/6/10-Day Races – New York

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Since 1985, the Sri Chinmoy Marathon Team has been humbly offering the 10-Day and 6-Day Races at Flushing Meadows–Corona Park in New York, inspired by the blessingful encouragement of Sri Chinmoy. These ultra-distance races are more than athletic feats—they are powerful journeys of self-transcendence, where the soul leads and the body joyfully follows.

Run and become.
Become and run.
Run to succeed in the outer world.
Become to proceed in the inner world.”
— Sri Chinmoy

This year’s races drew participants from an inspiring total of 23 countries, uniting hearts from around the globe in the spirit of oneness and inner progress:

🌎 3-Day Race: 14 participants from 7 countries
🇷🇺 Russia · 🇨🇿 Czech Republic · 🇺🇸 USA · 🇫🇮 Finland · 🇨🇦 Canada · 🇨🇭 Switzerland · 🇺🇦 Ukraine

🌍 6-Day Race: 8 participants from 8 countries
🇧🇷 Brazil · 🇲🇰 Macedonia · 🇨🇭 Switzerland · 🇳🇴 Norway · 🇵🇱 Poland · 🇲🇳 Mongolia · 🇦🇺 Australia · 🇫🇷 France

🌏 10-Day Race: 29 participants from 16 countries
🇵🇱 Poland · 🇨🇳 China · 🇨🇿 Czech Republic · 🇲🇳 Mongolia · 🇮🇳 India · 🇳🇴 Norway · 🇩🇪 Germany · 🇭🇺 Hungary · 🇺🇸 USA · 🇧🇷 Brazil · 🇮🇹 Italy · 🇸🇰 Slovakia · 🇨🇦 Canada · 🇷🇴 Romania · 🇮🇪 Ireland · 🇸🇬 Singapore

Together, these 51 runners represented a vibrant mosaic of 23 nations, each soul running with purpose, peace, and determination.

We offer our heartfelt gratitude to the volunteers whose cheerful dedication and tireless service helped create such a peaceful, uplifting atmosphere. The spirit of harmony and aspiration could truly be felt in every moment—early morning silence, evening cheer, and every step in between.

With deepest appreciation to all who made this soulful experience possible.

For more information about sports events, visit the official website: www.srichinmoyraces.org.
To learn more about Sri Chinmoy, please visit: www.srichinmoy.org.