High Performance Application - Royal Victoria Marathon 2026
- Date Sun 11th October 2026
- Location Victoria, BC
- Price Free
- Races 3 races
- Distances Marathon, Half Marathon
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Get ready for an exhilarating day of athleticism at the Royal Victoria Marathon on Sunday, October 11, 2026! Set against the stunning backdrop of Victoria, Capital, this premier event will feature three race distances: the full marathon, the half marathon, and an exciting 8K run. Athletes from around the globe are invited to apply for the High Performance Athlete Program, which opens on March 1, 2026. This program aims to support elite runners and create an environment where they can thrive.
Participants can look forward to a scenic marathon course that is not only a Boston qualifier but also an Abbott World Marathon Majors MTT Age Group Qualifier. The half marathon promises a fast-paced experience with its rolling hills and downhill sections, while the 8K offers a thrilling out-and-back route that’s designed for speed. With application deadlines set for May 1 for the marathon and half marathon, and June 1 for the 8K, aspiring athletes should mark their calendars and prepare to seize this incredible opportunity. Join us in Victoria for a day of competition, camaraderie, and unforgettable memories!
Participants can look forward to a scenic marathon course that is not only a Boston qualifier but also an Abbott World Marathon Majors MTT Age Group Qualifier. The half marathon promises a fast-paced experience with its rolling hills and downhill sections, while the 8K offers a thrilling out-and-back route that’s designed for speed. With application deadlines set for May 1 for the marathon and half marathon, and June 1 for the 8K, aspiring athletes should mark their calendars and prepare to seize this incredible opportunity. Join us in Victoria for a day of competition, camaraderie, and unforgettable memories!
Organiser's Description
Royal Victoria Marathon High Performance Program ApplicationOpening March 1, 2026Welcome to the application page for high performance athletes wishing to compete in the marathon, half marathon, or 8K events on Sunday, October 11th, 2026. Deadline for Applications:
- Marathon - May 1st
- Half Marathon - May 1st
- 8K - June 1stThe process to apply:Apply through our online application system (opening on March 1, 2026). An email will be sent to you from our High Performance Coordinator upon review of your application. Note: The number of complimentary entries that will be given out will depend on the number of applications received and the verified finishing times. You are not guaranteed a complimentary entry even though you have met the standard.If your application is accepted, you will be sent a comp code to register for the event on the RVM race registration page. Athletes will be responsible for registering for the event within a window of time.If your registration is not accepted, you will be contacted. We would encourage you to still register for the event and enjoy RVM!If you have any questions, please reach out to Kevin at elite@runvictoriamarathon.com.Marathon
The marathon offers a beautiful, seaside course with mild to moderate elevation changes along the way. The course is World Athletics certified, is a Boston qualifier and is both an Abbott World Marathon Majors MTT Age Group Qualifier and a World Athletics World Ranking Competition. Half Marathon
The half marathon course is considered fast. It will start at the same time as the marathon beside the stately Parliament Buildings and winds its way through downtown and offers a quick, rolling course with long sections of downhill and flat as well as mild uphill sections. The course is certified accurate by a World Athletics-certified B-level measurer.
8K
The 8K is run on an out-and-back route where the gradual up after 2K allows for a very fast second half — also on a certified course.
The High-Performance Athlete Program
The High-Performance Athlete Program allows the Royal Victoria Marathon to offer top Canadian and international marathon, half marathon, and 8K runners an environment in which they can succeed. The goal of the program is to create an excellent event and to foster the development of Canadian runners and is designed to attract competitive distance athletes.High Performance Program prizes are awarded to the top male and female, open and masters, marathon and half-marathon athletes, as well as an incentive for breaking the course record.
The registered, not-for-profit Victoria Marathon Society administers the annual Royal Victoria Marathon and associated events. StandardsKevin O'Connor, High Performance Program Coordinator
(778)737-7777
elite@runvictoriamarathon.com
- Marathon - May 1st
- Half Marathon - May 1st
- 8K - June 1stThe process to apply:Apply through our online application system (opening on March 1, 2026). An email will be sent to you from our High Performance Coordinator upon review of your application. Note: The number of complimentary entries that will be given out will depend on the number of applications received and the verified finishing times. You are not guaranteed a complimentary entry even though you have met the standard.If your application is accepted, you will be sent a comp code to register for the event on the RVM race registration page. Athletes will be responsible for registering for the event within a window of time.If your registration is not accepted, you will be contacted. We would encourage you to still register for the event and enjoy RVM!If you have any questions, please reach out to Kevin at elite@runvictoriamarathon.com.Marathon
The marathon offers a beautiful, seaside course with mild to moderate elevation changes along the way. The course is World Athletics certified, is a Boston qualifier and is both an Abbott World Marathon Majors MTT Age Group Qualifier and a World Athletics World Ranking Competition. Half Marathon
The half marathon course is considered fast. It will start at the same time as the marathon beside the stately Parliament Buildings and winds its way through downtown and offers a quick, rolling course with long sections of downhill and flat as well as mild uphill sections. The course is certified accurate by a World Athletics-certified B-level measurer.
8K
The 8K is run on an out-and-back route where the gradual up after 2K allows for a very fast second half — also on a certified course.
The High-Performance Athlete Program
The High-Performance Athlete Program allows the Royal Victoria Marathon to offer top Canadian and international marathon, half marathon, and 8K runners an environment in which they can succeed. The goal of the program is to create an excellent event and to foster the development of Canadian runners and is designed to attract competitive distance athletes.High Performance Program prizes are awarded to the top male and female, open and masters, marathon and half-marathon athletes, as well as an incentive for breaking the course record.
The registered, not-for-profit Victoria Marathon Society administers the annual Royal Victoria Marathon and associated events. StandardsKevin O'Connor, High Performance Program Coordinator
(778)737-7777
elite@runvictoriamarathon.com
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High Performance Application - Royal Victoria Marathon 2026