Oct
26
UWI SPEC International Half-Marathon & 5K
St. Augustine, Trinidad & Tobago
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The UWI SPEC International Half-Marathon & 5K is a premier road racing event hosted annually by the University of the West Indies Sport and Physical Education Centre in St. Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago. The event offers two race distances: a 21.1 km half-marathon along the traffic-free Priority Bus Route to D’Abadie and back, and a 5 km run designed to encourage broad community participation. Known for attracting both elite international athletes and local runners, the race provides a professional, fully certified course with electronic timing, water stops, and medical support. Beyond competition, it emphasizes health, fitness, and social responsibility, with proceeds supporting charitable initiatives such as the Alzheimer’s Association of Trinidad and Tobago. This combination of athletic excellence and community impact has made it one of the Caribbean’s most anticipated sporting events.
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The UWI SPEC International Half-Marathon is a premier 21.1 km road race in Trinidad and Tobago, hosted annually by the University of the West Indies Sport and Physical Education Centre. The certified course runs along the traffic-free Priority Bus Route from St. Augustine to D’Abadie and back, attracting elite athletes and recreational runners from across the region and beyond.
The UWI SPEC International 5K is a community-focused 5 km run hosted by the University of the West Indies Sport and Physical Education Centre in St. Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago. Designed to encourage broad participation, the event follows a safe, traffic-free section of the Priority Bus Route, welcoming runners of all abilities and with a minimum aged of 8 years.
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FAQs
What is the UWI SPEC International Half-Marathon?
How long is the UWI SPEC International Half-Marathon?
Where does the UWI SPEC International Half-Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the UWI SPEC International Half-Marathon?
How can I prepare for the UWI SPEC International Half-Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the UWI SPEC International Half-Marathon?
The UWI SPEC International Half-Marathon is a premier 21.1 km road race in Trinidad and Tobago, hosted annually by the University of the West Indies Sport and Physical Education Centre. The certified course runs along the traffic-free Priority Bus Route from St. Augustine to D’Abadie and back, attracting elite athletes and recreational runners from across the region and beyond.
The UWI SPEC International Half-Marathon is 21km long.
The UWI SPEC International Half-Marathon takes place in St. Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago.
The UWI SPEC International Half-Marathon elevation gain is 44 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the UWI SPEC International Half-Marathon?
The UWI SPEC International Half-Marathon is a premier 21.1 km road race in Trinidad and Tobago, hosted annually by the University of the West Indies Sport and Physical Education Centre. The certified course runs along the traffic-free Priority Bus Route from St. Augustine to D’Abadie and back, attracting elite athletes and recreational runners from across the region and beyond.
How long is the UWI SPEC International Half-Marathon?
The UWI SPEC International Half-Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the UWI SPEC International Half-Marathon take place?
The UWI SPEC International Half-Marathon takes place in St. Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago.
What is the elevation gain of the UWI SPEC International Half-Marathon?
The UWI SPEC International Half-Marathon elevation gain is 44 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the UWI SPEC International Half-Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the UWI SPEC International Half-Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the UWI SPEC International 5K?
How long is the UWI SPEC International 5K?
Where does the UWI SPEC International 5K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the UWI SPEC International 5K?
How can I prepare for the UWI SPEC International 5K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the UWI SPEC International 5K?
The UWI SPEC International 5K is a community-focused 5 km run hosted by the University of the West Indies Sport and Physical Education Centre in St. Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago. Designed to encourage broad participation, the event follows a safe, traffic-free section of the Priority Bus Route, welcoming runners of all abilities and with a minimum aged of 8 years.
The UWI SPEC International 5K is 5km long.
The UWI SPEC International 5K takes place in St. Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago.
Runna classifies the UWI SPEC International 5K elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the UWI SPEC International 5K?
The UWI SPEC International 5K is a community-focused 5 km run hosted by the University of the West Indies Sport and Physical Education Centre in St. Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago. Designed to encourage broad participation, the event follows a safe, traffic-free section of the Priority Bus Route, welcoming runners of all abilities and with a minimum aged of 8 years.
How long is the UWI SPEC International 5K?
The UWI SPEC International 5K is 5km long.
Where does the UWI SPEC International 5K take place?
The UWI SPEC International 5K takes place in St. Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago.
What is the elevation gain of the UWI SPEC International 5K?
Runna classifies the UWI SPEC International 5K elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the UWI SPEC International 5K?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the UWI SPEC International 5K?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
This event listing is for informational purposes only. Runna is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by UWI SPEC International Half-Marathon & 5K or University of the West Indies St. Augustine. All event details are based on publicly available information and are provided solely to help users discover running events. Runna does not use any official logos, images, or proprietary content from this event or its organiser. Any trademarks or names mentioned are used descriptively to identify the event in a factual manner. For the most accurate and up to date information (including to register or purchase an entry to the event), please visit the UWI SPEC International Half-Marathon & 5K website.
