The Tap Challenge
Event information
Whether you're looking to mix up your weekly jog or attempt a quirky marathon challenge, this is the perfect opportunity to take on an activity with a difference. All you need is a GPS tracking app, a pair of trainers and some determination! Your #TapChallenge can be any length or duration - just make sure it creates a water-themed object or word.
Share your creativity, your dedication and your support for those who are living incredibly tough lives without clean water.
Meet Marcus, the original tap marathon runner!
This challenge was inspired by a wonderful member of Team WaterAid, Marcus. He ran his tap-shaped marathon back in March when the London Marathon was cancelled.
He told us "WaterAid are needed now more than ever before so I was keen to do something that would capture people's attention, raise awareness and some much-needed funds.
In the UK we’re so lucky to have Zoom, Ocado, Netflix, Joe Wicks and daily briefings. I can't imagine having to go through all this, not only without the luxury of the internet, but without being able to practice the most basic hygiene precaution of washing our hands thoroughly."
FAQs
Nothing – it's completely free and you can make the challenge your own.
Anything you raise will help to change lives around the world with clean water. We recommend setting yourself a target of around £100 to keep you motivated.
No – you can always opt for a simpler shape or something WaterAid themed like a water droplet!
The choice is yours – if you would like to use this as an opportunity to boost your fundraising for another event, you can certainly do so!
Or you can set up a new fundraising page just for the Tap Challenge.
Be sure to share your fundraising page amongst friends, family and colleagues, and update them on your progress.
The majority of apps have a free version which should take just a few minutes to download. Some of these apps charge for premium services such as route mapping – but there are free versions out there!
Search the hashtag #tapchallenge on social media to see other people’s creations and share your own creation with your connections. You can also join our clubs on Strava to see if any of our club members are getting involved too.
Pick a distance that you think would be a good challenge for yourself, whilst still remaining fun. You might choose to do one shape multiple times, or maybe even create multiple shapes!
Get in touch
If you have questions about the challenge, need help planning your route or want to show off your final creation - we'd love to hear from you!
Email: [email protected]