Deadly Dozen
Fitness Race FAQs

The Deadly Dozen is a Fitness Race and Training Methodology.

The race involves 12× 400m runs around an athletics track with 12x exercise stations between each run—we call the exercise stations "Labours."

The Deadly Dozen is a training methodology because the race works all of the key fundamental movements while only using bodyweight, kettlebell, dumbbell and weight plate exercises.

The Deadly Dozen is by far one of the most accessible fitness races in the world, and it is open to everyone aged 18 or over on race day!

It has a low technical barrier to entry and a fairly low strength barrier to entry. However, if you want to stand a chance of completing the race, what we refer to as "Beating the Race," then you will need to train hard for it - it is one of the hardest fitness races in the world.

You can sign up by visiting the SIGN-UP page on the website, scrolling or filtering to choose your event, and clicking the sign-up button to register.

No, you don't have to.

However, it is well worth completing the Seeding Labour to get a feel for the Deadly Dozen Fitness Race.

Yes, you must bring ID with you to the registration desk on race day.

Suitable IDs are driving licence and passport.

We recommend turning up at least 60 minutes (1 hour) before your wave time.

Solo racers set off between 09:00 + 12:00.

Pairs and Relay racers set off between 13:00 + 16:00.

The race closes one week before the event for registrations or transfers which are free up to this point. You get your exact wave time at the start of the week leading up the event.

Wave times are randomised within each category and no changes can be made to the race booking and wave times in the final week leading up to the event. Requests for specific wave times cannot be accommodated.

Yes. You are expected to know how to perform the correct technique on all of the Labours (Exercise Stations).

You can download a FREE copy of the Rulebook HERE. Or check out our YOUTUBE CHANNEL to watch us demonstrate the 12 Labours.

Race results are live and available on the website's results page. Full times and split data are typically uploaded within 24 hours of the event.

RESULTS HERE

The registration email you received upon sign-up includes a link to your Dashboard. From there, you can transfer your race entry.

Transfers can be made via your Dashboard up to 12:00 on Thursday in the week leading up to the event.

If the transfer option is disabled before this deadline, please contact info@deadlydozen.com.

For team entries, each athlete will receive their own email and booking reference and must transfer their place individually.

Important:

•⁠ ⁠We no longer allow race-day transfers
•⁠ ⁠No transfers are permitted after wave times have been issued
•⁠ ⁠No transfers will be processed on the day of the event

All transfers must be completed before the Thursday deadline.

There is a NO REFUND, NO DEFERRAL policy on all races.

No. Instead, you can sell your ticket and can transfer it for FREE.

You can use the Facebook Group: Deadly Dozen | Facebook as a platform to sell.

The registration email you received upon sign up has a link to your Dashboard. From there, you can transfer your race. Only email info@deadlydozen.com if the transfer section is disabled and it is NOT after Thursday in the week leading up to the event.

Transfers can be made from your Dashboard up to 12:00 on Thursday the week leading up to the event. Where race tickets are for teams, each member will have their own email and booking reference and must transfer their places individually. Starting in 2026, we will allow race-day transfers, which will be subject to an administrative fee on the day of the event. ID will be required.

There is a NO REFUND, NO DEFERRAL policy on all races.

All athletes are expected to compete with respect, fairness, and awareness of others at all times.

•⁠ ⁠Zero tolerance for abusive or inappropriate language — especially towards judges or staff. This will result in immediate disqualification.

•⁠ ⁠There is no fast lane on the track — please be aware of other athletes and avoid shouting or aggressive behaviour. Please run around slower athletes.

•⁠ ⁠No pushing or physical contact to gain position at labours. This will result in a penalty.

•⁠ ⁠Please respect the race environment — do not spit on the track or grass areas. If necessary, move off the track and out of view.

We are building a competitive but respectful race environment — your behaviour is part of that standard.

You can post it on social media or use our Facebook Community Group: Click Here to Join the Group

We can confirm the legitimacy of the seller if you email info@deadlydozen.com However, we take NO responsibility when it comes to ticket sales.

The registration email you received upon sign up has a link to your Dashboard. From there, you can transfer your race. Only email info@deadlydozen.com if the transfer section is disabled and it is NOT after Thursday in the week leading up to the event.

Transfers can be made from your Dashboard up to 12:00 on Thursday the week leading up to the event. Where race tickets are for teams, each member will have their own email and booking reference and must transfer their places individually. Starting in 2026, we will allow race-day transfers, which will be subject to an administrative fee on the day of the event. ID will be required.

There is a NO REFUND, NO DEFERRAL policy on all races.

Race pictures are available on the PHOTOS page of the website.

The Pro Pics are usually uploaded within 48 hours of the race.

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Yes, spectators are welcome - some venues are FREE for spectators, some stadiums may have a small charge.

Service Dogs only at all venues.

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