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Event Date
Sunday, March 14, 2021


Event Address
Q1 is located at 9 Hamilton Avenue, Surfers Paradise, Queensland, 4217 Australia. The SkyPoint Sea to Sky Q1 Stair Challenge will start from outside the building by Clifford St.


Event Categories
  • Early Individual Runners 1  (7-7.25am) SOLD OUT for 2021
  • Early Individual Runners 2  (7.30-7.55am)   
  • Early Individual Runners 3  (8-8.15am)  SOLD OUT for 2021                                                    
  • Elite Runners  (Males 8.30-8.35am, Females 8.35-8.40am) Must have completed a minimum of 4 previous stair climb events or have received approval from event organisers
  • Schools Challenge  (8.40-8.50am) 4 persons per team, 10-17 years 
  • Emergency Services (8.50-9am) 
  • Running Teams 1 (9.25-9.40am) 4 persons per team SOLD OUT for 2021
  • Running Teams 2 (9.40-9.55am) 4 persons per team
  • Buddies and Junior Buddies Climb (10.10-10.20am) Take on the challenge together
  • Fancy Dress (10.20-10.30am) All registrations are individual for this category.
  • Social/Walking Teams  (10.30-10.40am) 4 persons per team, time taken is not important as it’s just about making it to the top!
  • Individual Walkers (10.40-10.50am) Solo climb, times are not that important- it’s all about making it to the top!
  • Late Individual Runners (11-11.10am) Going solo!

Please note: Category times may change depending on entry numbers to each category, please check back closer to the event for updated times, thank you.

Event Check-in
The check-in desk will be located in the courtyard at the base of Q1. Check-in will open at 6.30am. All participants should check in 15 minutes prior to their event. Once you have collected your bib, please remember to social distance prior to joining the start line at your nominated start time. Ground markers will be in place by the start line to ensure all participants are 1.5m apart as they prepare for the event.


Bib Collection
Bibs will be available when checking in on event day only. Please remember to bring your entry confirmation or ID (driver's license) with you when collecting your pre-event gear (yes, you can collect for a whole team provided you have each person's entry confirmation). All event bibs are yours to keep!


What to Expect on the Day / How it Works
Whether you are a runner or a walker you will notice your heart rate will rise dramatically as you climb. For this reason we recommend that all participants utilise the cardio warm-up provided by our start line PTs. The aim is to increase your heart rate by 25-30 beats per minute just prior to participating.

Individuals will be sent off one at a time with approximately a 15 second gap between participants. Teams will line up together at the start line, with each individual member sent off at 15 second intervals. We suggest that slower team members go first, followed by those who are likely to be a bit quicker. 

All persons will start from the Clifford Street starting line. For running teams, Buddies Challenge, Schools Challenge your individual times will be added together after the completion of the last persons arrival at the observation deck. The team with the lowest combined time is deemed the overall champion for that category. Please note that all participants in a team must complete the climb in order to be eligible for prizes in respective categories.

For runners/climbers, a stair challenge is a short duration, high intensity activity. Most participants can expect to complete the challenge within 18-20 minutes. Please see the 'Training Page' for tips on preparing for the SkyPoint Sea to Sky Q1 Stair Challenge.

As the stair challenge seeks to be COVID safe for all participants, staff and volunteers, please allow extra time to exit Q1 post event as we will be reducing lift capacities on the day. Please be assured that we will however look to have people exit level 77 as quickly as practical while maintain covid safe measures.


*It is very common to experience a cough in stair challenge events. Most people assume that it is due to poor air quality in the stairwell, or that there is excess dust, but that is not the case. It happens in any air environment, even outside events.

COVID Safe Measures
Stair Challenge Australia, SkyPoint, Q1 Resort and Spa and LIVIN have all been working behind the scenes to ensure the safest event possible for all participants. We are adhering to the Queensland Government Covid Safe Event Checklist and the Return to Play Guide to ensure that all pre-event and and on event day processes are considerate of safety. A range of measures include:
  • All persons (participants and supporters) to check in on-site via QLD Government app
  • Bigger category gaps to promote social distancing at the start line and finish line
  • New finish line area allowing maximum space to socialise post climb
  • Reduced numbers of people in lifts back to ground floor
  • Covid marshalls on the ground floor and level 77 to encourage distancing
  • Use of floor markers and tensa barriers for check-in and start line procedures
  • Number checking of all people in and out to maintain safe levels at all times
  • Handrail cleaning in the stairwell before and during the event
  • Sanitiser available to all participants on ground level, first aid stations on levels 39 and 59 and the level 77 finish line
  • Reduced 'tourist' numbers using level 77 during the event
  • Full safety briefing for all event staff and volunteers
  • Pre-event communication with all participants via email and social media
  • ​If you would like to wear a mask on the day, please bring your own as these will not be provided
NB: If you have a cough, fever, sore throat, fatigue or shortness of breath on event day or in the days leading up to the event, please do not attend as this assists in providing the safest conditions possible for all participants.

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Floor Markers
Stair markers will be used to indicate your exact location within the stairwell at the SkyPoint Sea to Sky Q1 Stair Challenge.


First Aid
First aiders will be in attendance on the day. They will be located near the start line, finish line, level 31 and 59. If you need to stop for a minute or two on the way up our first aiders are super friendly! If you need a quick sip of water they will have one for you before you continue on to the top.


Stair Climb Rules
  • Please keep to the railing whilst climbing the stairwell.
  • If it is obvious that someone wants to overtake you, please allow them to.
  • Do not push, shove or block other runners.
  • Failure to maintain good sportsmanship will result in disqualification.
  • Assist other climbers if they require help at any stage.
  • No Go Pro Style cameras to be worn during event. Filming of any kind in stair well is prohibited.
  • Participants must be at least 10 years of age to participate in the Sea 2 Sky - SkyPoint Sea to Sky Q1 Stair Challenge, or 8+ years if participating in the Junior Buddies Climb**.


Event Records
  • Men - 6mins 41secs (Mark Bourne, 2016)
  • Women - 8mins 17secs (Alice McNamara, 2016)
  • AVERAGE TIME - 18-20mins


Transport options
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To check out the easiest way of getting to and from the SkyPoint Sea to Sky Q1 Stair Challenge by public transport, click here.

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