About Us
POLAR RUNNING ADVENTURES
Polar Running Adventures® has pioneered polar running for more than two decades, bringing 1,500 adventure athletes from 70 countries to some of the most remote locations on the planet. We work with a network of specialist partners, including leading polar logistics operators, to deliver extraordinary running experiences in the Arctic and Antarctica.
RICHARD DONOVAN - RACE DIRECTOR
Richard Donovan is an Irish athlete, adventurer and race organizer who operates Polar Running Adventures®. He has completed 40 expeditions and trips as an organizer and group leader to the North Pole and Antarctica.
In 2002, he became the first person to run marathons at both the North and South Poles, and in 2012 set a world record by completing seven marathons on seven continents in 4 days, 22 hours and 3 minutes.
Richard has also completed transcontinental runs across North America, Europe and South America, and has served as Race Director at numerous Commonwealth and World Championships in ultramarathon running. He has represented Ireland internationally and is a former Executive Director of the International Association of Ultrarunners.
An elected member of The Explorers Club, Richard is also a co-founder of the Space Athletics Federation®.
ANTARCTICA ATHLETICS FEDERATION
The Antarctica Athletics Federation® provides governance and recognition of athletics performances in Antarctica and maintains records for performances at the Geographic North Pole. The Arctic Polar Race™ is recognised for championship and record-setting purposes.
POLAR MARATHON CLUB
The Polar Marathon Club™ recognises athletes who have travelled with Polar Running Adventures® to complete a marathon distance in Antarctica and at the North Pole. Members are entitled to receive an exclusive Polar Medal.
