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The Commando Challenge is certainly a race like no other. Putting your mind and body to the ultimate test, this race pushes you to bring out the best in your physical strength and endurance. Sure it is a rat race, where you compete with your opponents and aim to go first on the finish line but through your journey your spirit is tested, your sportsmanship is tested and certainly your determination is tested. Although it is a serious challenge it is plenty of fun and spectators enjoy it just as much as the participants do.
December 15th 2013 is the date you must keep in mind if you want to enjoy this fantastic race. If you are interested in rising up to the challenge, applicants are already welcome. It is called the ‘Commando’ challenge for a reason; it expects the spirit and the determination of a soldier. The race is definitely Special Forces material which expects an optimum all round fitness level and the determination to overcome hardcore obstacles. And like with any special force challenges there is only one attitude permitted; never, ever give up. Through the race your endurance would be tested through a series of obstacles that involve climbing and crawling and dealing with mud and water. You will not know what you are about to face but each challenge is designed to be completed individually. At the end of the Commando Challenge you will be born again with a unique insight in to the authentic commando spirit and you will emerge with an un-beatable pride and sense of accomplishment. It really does not matter whether you make it first to the finish line or not, the sense of success you will experience will nevertheless be felt.
Spectators are welcome with open arms for the event for they provide the much needed encouragement and cheer to the participants. They also take memorable pictures of participants rising up to the challenge and feel a sense of the Commando experience. Entrance to the event is absolutely free.
The Commando Challenge is only one of the many events scheduled to take place in vibrant Singapore. When it comes to choosing from the many hotels in Singapore to stay at, the Millennium & Copthorne Hotels Singapore is a group featuring some of the best Singapore hotels that always top the list.
Thanuja Silva is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Auburn Silver. She has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world.