One man climbed high to win free money during last year’s Benjamin Dash.
Photo courtesy of The Benjamin Dash
Sofia Galiano/ BBC Managing Editor
Mud, zombies and obstacles are making an appearance at the University, as well as a chance for Panthers to win some cash.
The Benjamin Dash teamed up with FIU’s Biscayne Bay Campus Recreation Center to host a charity mud run on Saturday, Oct. 4, with the first wave of runners starting at 8 a.m.
Christina Reddick, assistant director of Student Affairs and coordinator of the event, said the event should attract around 600 participants.
She said people are excited about the event, particularly rec center faculty who have already formed teams.
The Benjamin Dash held their first run at Amelia Earhart Park a year ago, with roughly 1,000 attendees sprinting, hurdling and scavenging for flags which were exchanged for cash after the course was completed.
This year the group decided to bring the Benjamins to FIU, not only to use the unique landscape of BBC, but also to give students a chance to give back to the community.
Reddick said students have the option of donating their winnings to student clubs and organizations, although participants may also keep their earnings for themselves.
Here’s a map of the Benjamin Dash course at the Biscayne Bay Campus.
The course will be about three miles long and will have several obstacles, including 4-foot wall climbs, quarter pipes, traverse walls, tilted walls, mud pits, tire flips, and even a water obstacle – all of which are optional.
“We put them there because a lot of people like the challenge,” said Frank Samper, Benjamin Dash operation manager.
However, there will be several color and zombie zones, charity warriors and water balloons some runners may not be able to escape.
Students not only win money at the event, but they also save money when registering.
University students can participate at a discounted price when registering at: http://bit.ly/1tu6Uya.
All other participants, who must be at least 14 years old to run, can register on the Benjamin Dash website. Use the promo code “DASH4CASH” to receive a 10 percent discount.
The start and finish of the run will be behind the Biscayne Bay Aquatic Center, where an after party with vendors, music and giveaways will take place.
Prospective participants can visit the Benjamin Dash site or contact Christina Reddick at Reddickc@fiu.edu for details about packet pickup, volunteering opportunities and more.
-sofia.galiano@fiusm.com
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