From fun runs to fundraising walks to championship races, Royal Roads University hosts all manner of walk/run events on our beautiful Colwood campus.
Working with RRU Recreation Centre staff, organizers can set a race course that weaves through a variety of terrains—hard-packed trails in forested areas, single-track paths amid ancient trees, and roadways with views of the Esquimalt Lagoon. We have accessible routes that will fit strollers, and we welcome dogs to come along, provided they are on a leash.
When planning your next walk or race event, consider Hatley Park at Royal Roads, and find inspiration every step of the way on our 565-acre campus, the traditional lands of the Lekwungen-speaking Peoples, the Songhees and Esquimalt Nations.
Submit a request to hold your race or walk at Royal Roads
To request to hold your race or walk at Royal Roads, fill out the campus use application form.
Application tips
- Submit your application at least 30 days before your event/activity.
- Email your completed application to the Rec Centre email address provided on the form.
- For questions filling out the form, request help.
Approval process
A Rec Centre representative will be in touch with you once we receive your application. Here's what happens next:
- If RRU can accommodate your request, we will send you a campus use agreement.
- The Agreement will list supporting documents you’ll need to provide at the time of signing (e.g., first aid plan, emergency management plan, traffic management plan, proof of insurance).
- The Agreement will detail the fee for using the campus.
- Once you've signed the Agreement, and we’ve received and approved your supporting documents, Royal Roads University will sign the campus use agreement and provide you with a final copy.
- You can start planning your race/walk at RRU! We look forward to welcoming you to campus.