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Run with Pride, Run with PolyU!

The Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon 2026 (SCHKM 2026) is coming on 18 January 2026 (Sun). Together, we will foster PolyU’s unity, pride and competitive spirit, while creating unforgettable memories on the city’s biggest running stage.

Be Snapped and Gather Together on 18 January 2026

To help our professional photographers spot you^ in the crowd and capture your race-day moments, be sure to wear your PolyU Running Team t-shirt on race day! You may instantly view and download your photos using facial recognition or your bib number on the event day at this photo link.
^While the photographers will make every effort to capture as many members as possible, we cannot guarantee that every member will be photographed.

After you finish, make your way to the PolyU Running Team booth, located on the Handball Court, Victoria Park, for a commemorative team photo session with the President of PolyU and the senior management at 10:30 am. You can also bring home a limited-edition gift+, such as a PolyU toy bear. Let us come together as one team and embody the PolyU spirit on the marathon stage.
+Limited quota applies, available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Exclusive Benefits

Available for all runners:

  • A distinct PolyU Running Team t-shirt~ to represent our team on race day;
  • A special souvenir pack~ for the PolyU Running Team members;
  • Onsite care and support by our Department of Rehabilitation Sciences (RS)


Available for all Cheering Team members:

  • A distinct PolyU Running Team t-shirt~ to represent our team on race day;
  • A special souvenir pack~ for the PolyU Running Team members; 
  • ~Limited quota applies, available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Exclusive for PolyU Students, Staff and Alumni (pre-race)# - Eligible for Those who Registered by 31 Oct 2025

  • Functional test package for physical fitness and personalised advice for injury prevention and performance enhancement; Trajectory of physical fitness and targeted advice during the preparation phase; Rehabilitation services for runners (at a discounted cost) provided by RS;
  • Training sessions with professional running coaches to help you get ready for the big day;
    - A 5-session programme totalling 10 hours, focusing on enhancing distance running skills
  • Assessments of running posture/injury potential, and prescribed insoles provided by RISports
    - A comprehensive assessment package incorporates a 3D foot scan, body composition analysis, and instrumental running gait analysis. Runners gain insights into their potential injury risks and receive insoles prescribed based on their foot shapes and gait patterns.
  • #Each individual is entitled to one exclusive benefit, available on a first-come, first-served basis. All eligible registrants have been individually notified via email about their assigned benefit starting from November.

    Stay tuned!

    Let’s run together and showcase our PolyU spirit on the marathon stage! Follow this page for the latest updates.

    For more information, please feel free to contact us at runningteam@polyu.edu.hk.

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