2nd TBR Dream Marathon: Register Now

Here’s what you’ve been waiting for: Registration for 2nd TBR Dream Marathon is Now Open!

TBR Dream Marathon is a one-of-a-kind small and intimate marathon especially designed for first time marathoners. From the moment you register for the race, we will guide you towards training properly and wisely until you run all 42.195 kms of your first marathon and cross the finish line. It is an experience that will change your life and one you will forever cherish.

Race Date: Sunday, March 20, 2011
Training Period: October 18, 2010 to March 19, 2011
Race Venue: NUVALI, Sta. Rosa, Laguna
Slots: 400 first or 2nd time marathoners only
Distance: 42km
Race fee: P1,800

Partner: NUVALI
Presented by: New Balance
In Cooperation with: Gatorade, Secondwind Running Store
Supported by: Hammer Nutrition
Registration Center: R.O.X., Bonifacio High Street
Logistics Partner: Creative Juice

15 REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN TBR DREAM MARATHON:

1. MADE FOR FIRST-TIME MARATHONERS. We have 400 slots reserved for runners attempting to complete their first marathon. This race was made for the beginner from proper education to full support on race day. Race cut-off is 8 hours. No prizes will be given to top finishers because everyone who crosses the finish line is a winner.

2. TBR DREAM MARATHON TRAINING PROGRAM BY COACH JIM LAFFERTY. To help you train properly, you will receive a 22-week Training Program developed by Coach Jim Lafferty, retired P&G General Manager, finisher of 23 marathons, coach of multiple US national team members, and TBR Dream Marathon’s race director. Should you have any questions, he is just an email away.

3. BULL SESSIONS (LONG RUNS). While most of the runs will be done on your own, once a month all participants will be invited to a Bull Session: long group runs together led by the Pinoy Ultra Runners. This will neither be a race nor speedwork; it will be easy, conversational-pace runs together. We’ll even have a practice run on the actual race course as the race draws near. By the time marathon day comes, most runners along the course will be familiar faces—or better yet, good friends!

4. BULL CIRCLE (TALKS). Once a month, participants will be invited to talks by running experts specifically chosen by TBR because of their knowledge and competency in a particular field.

5. PERSONAL AND INTIMATE MARATHON EXPERIENCE. Due to the small number of participants, we can and will treat each one of you as if you were the only runner in the marathon. We will provide more than enough water, Gatorade, fruits, chocolates, sponges, and ice. Even our marshals and volunteers will treat you like friends.

6. SAFE & SCENIC ROUTE. Our course is in NUVALI, the new prestigious 1,700 hectare development of Ayala Land south of Manila. You can enjoy the fresh air as you run on a course with limited vehicular traffic. You’ll marvel at the scenic views of Mt. Makiling, Laguna de Bay, and Tagaytay Ridge during the marathon.

7. “DREAM CHASERS.” Experienced marathoners and volunteers—handpicked and screened by the race organizers—will be on standby at various points in the race. At any time a runner requests for help, the “Dream Chaser” will happily run a few kilometers with the marathoner to provide hydration, gels, food, or even silly jokes.

8. CHEERING ZONES. Solenad, a cluster of restaurants within Nuvali, will be designated as a cheering zone. The route will have runners run through the Solenad dining area twice. You can literally grab a pizza or cold drink from your family’s dining table. At the same time, they can give you a hug or cheer wildly for you. Surely the best way to reenergize when the going gets tough!

9. “DREAM MOBILE.” One bus will travel along the route during the race. Family and friends of runners can hop on the bus (with their banners, flags, and bells in hand) to cheer for their runner when they spot them along the route. (Go Daddy Go!)

10. “SECOND WIND ZONE.” The last few kilometers is the hardest portion of any marathon. At this point, Team Secondwind will provide free hydration, food and of course, support to make the toughest part of the race a little bit easier and give runners their second wind as they run towards the finish line.

11. FAMILY ACTIVITIES. While they wait for the runners, families and friends can dine at Solenad, a row of restaurants such as Italianni’s, Conti’s, and Yellow Cab, that will be open for breakfas. They can opt to bring food and have a picnic or rent bikes. Kids will get a thrill from feeding over 800 koi fish or ride boats on the lake.

12. ENTERTAINMENT. We’ll have entertainment for runners along the route and for family and friends.

13. PERKS & FREEBIES. You don’t just get what you pay for, but you get MORE such as automatic inclusion in TBR Dream Marathon e-Newsletter for regular updates on our group activities, PDF souvenir program featuring all the marathoners in the race and goodies from sponsors that should make your registration fee worth every cent.

14. COMMUNITY AFFAIR. People around you will fully support you as you complete your first marathon. Family and friends can witness you as you run along the route. The TBR Dream Team and experienced runners will help you along the way. Volunteers and spectators will cheer for you. The entire community will be one to help YOU achieve your dream.

15. HELP ORPHANED CHILDREN. Part of race proceeds will go to HERO (Help Educate and Rear Orphans) Foundation. HERO foundation provides educational stipend support to children of soldiers who are killed-in-action or are permanently incapacitated in battle defending our democracy and preserving peace and order. Learn more about it HERE.

HOW TO REGISTER

LINK: RESERVE FOR TBR DREAM MARATHON 2011

The race is open to 400 FIRST- or SECOND-TIME MARATHONERS. First-timers will be given priority. Second-time marathoners may reserve a slot but will be on wait-list and will gain entry only after 300 slots for first-time marathoners are filled.
We follow a strict first come, first served rule.
Please note that reservation does not mean immediate acceptance into TBR Dream Marathon.
We expect honesty and full transparency in your submission. The Organizer reserves the right to refuse entry or disqualify a participant.
When slots are full, registration details will be provided on thebullrunner.com and will be emailed to RESERVED RUNNERS. Failure to appear during the registration period will mean automatic forfeiture of reserved slot.
Organizer will not answer any queries or requests to be enlisted. One can only RESERVE through the link above.

Good luck! We cannot wait to meet TBR Dreamers Batch 2011! It’s time to LIVE YOUR DREAM!

FAQ:

I never ran a day in my life, can I sign up for TBR Dream Marathon? Yes. Our 22-week program is beginner friendly. We start with 2 weeks of walking to gradually introduce running. The rest of the program is based on a run-walk program. We will all use this during the training period.
Do we run together during the entire 22-weeks leading up to the marathon? No. We will meet once a month for the next 6 months for our Bull Sessions where we will run together. For other training days, we expect you to do your homework on your own. While this is a beginners’ marathon, we will not baby you. We do commit to guide you and provide all the support you need to make this one of the most memorable experiences of your life.
How do we know we are training properly? We have gathered the best experts in the field to give you much needed information on training for the marathon during our Bull Circles, free running talks covering topics that will prepare you for the marathon. TBR Dream Team will also be there for you. Our race director and coach, Jim Lafferty, will answer your queries via email and he responds promptly. Neville Manaois, Edward Kho, Atty. Raymund Martelino, and I, together with three new members of our team, Lit Onrubia, Jun Cruz, and my hubby, Miguel Pizarro, will support you all the way.
I’m from the province, can I join? Yes. If you manage to reserve a slot, please email us details regarding your situation. We will allow you to send your payment and forms as long as you can make it to race day.
I signed up for a 42k before but did not finish it, can I still join? Yes. As long as you never crossed the finish line of a 42km, then you may join.
I finished two marathon already, but I want to join your race. Can I still join? No. The race is exclusively for first- and second-time marathoners. We encourage you, however, to volunteer as a Dream Chaser, pacer, or cheerer. This is your chance to pay it forward to other runners. Registration for Dream Chasers and volunteers will be announced here.

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77 Responses to “2nd TBR Dream Marathon: Register Now”

this is it! thanks for these details. will reserve a slot for me and my sister as in now na! =)

mai said on Sep 16 10 at 7:56 AM Reply
go, go, go TBR Dream Marathon II!

Ken said on Sep 16 10 at 8:13 AM Reply
A must race. Goodluck to all participants and kudos to Jaymie.

Gino Vineli said on Sep 16 10 at 8:14 AM Reply
woot! i signed in na! please don’t reject me!!!

CTA said on Sep 16 10 at 8:57 AM Reply
Just reserved a slot…….goodluck to all and kudos to the Bullrunner!!!

Munskie said on Sep 16 10 at 9:02 AM Reply
Im so excited, Im gonna die! hehehe just kidding. It is my “it” expression because of Agnes in Despicable me “Its so fluffy, I’m gonna die”

Im uber excited, shocks, i want to register today. I canceled my first supposed to be marathon (Camsur International Marathon) for this.

TBR… is my first Marathon!!!

Alexskywalker said on Sep 16 10 at 9:02 AM Reply
I want my sweet revenge! Had a “bad” performance during my first marathon (TBR Dream Marathon 2010) and I want to redeem myself. Hope you can still accomodate me. Thanks.

Edwin Espinoza said on Sep 16 10 at 9:23 AM Reply
- me too. however, the experience was awesome! let’s hope we can still our slots.
  anybody from cebu joining?
  
  goldie said on Sep 16 10 at 1:25 PM Reply
  - i wana join..im frm cbu…
    
    blanche said on Sep 16 10 at 8:24 PM
  - im based in cebu as well. if we have a sizeable enough contingent from cebu thats selected, maybe we could have our own bull sessions and bull circles
    
    ken8 said on Sep 16 10 at 11:21 PM
  - i want to join!!!! am from cebu.
    
    katol villagante said on Sep 17 10 at 7:19 AM
  - i like that idea… we do bull circles or sessions together…
    
    blanche said on Sep 17 10 at 9:41 AM
the dream’s within a reach! hope to get in! just registered for a slot!

E said on Sep 16 10 at 9:35 AM Reply
Done! Super excited na ako! Thanks TBR.

let Guieb said on Sep 16 10 at 9:48 AM Reply
Help! Link is not working…pls. reserve a slot for me. Thanks!

Gibo said on Sep 16 10 at 9:49 AM Reply
- Saw your name Gibo. You’re reserved
  
  thebullrunner said on Sep 16 10 at 12:21 PM Reply
  - Thanks TBR!
    
    Gibo said on Sep 17 10 at 10:02 AM
Same here! im excited. Excited to run and learn.. =) thanks for this..

emdigee said on Sep 16 10 at 9:50 AM Reply
I panicked when my friend texted me that reservation for TBR Dream 2 is already open. Nagmadali ako papasok ng office pra mag-online and when I got there, pina-reserve na pla nya ako. Hahaha! TBR Dream will be my first marathon! Excited! Woohoo!!

Cherry Mercado said on Sep 16 10 at 10:28 AM Reply
woohooo! excited to see/meet those whom we will pace and cheer. kudos ms.jaymie and God bless marathoners-to-be!

journeyingjames said on Sep 16 10 at 10:58 AM Reply
- James, let’s go, let’s give it back
  
  RunningAtom said on Sep 16 10 at 11:42 PM Reply
Thanks for the update! Hopefully I get to be part of TBR Dream Marathon 2011 and looking forward to meet fellow “Dreamers.”

Alwyn Sy said on Sep 16 10 at 11:30 AM Reply
good job jaymie! this is an evidence that i am one of the first to register hehehe

enrico valenciano said on Sep 16 10 at 11:33 AM Reply
When can we pay if we reserved?

Carlos Ocampo said on Sep 16 10 at 12:35 PM Reply
I already signed in…!!!

Silencer said on Sep 16 10 at 12:44 PM Reply
Please reserve a slot for me! A graduation gift for myself!

Jose Ocampo said on Sep 16 10 at 12:51 PM Reply
- I hope you signed in!
  
  thebullrunner said on Sep 16 10 at 6:28 PM Reply
i’ll be joining the Camsur Marathon as my first FM event.. the problem is, im not sure when my next FM will be? is it ok to reserve a slot? and what if i’ll be joining a FM just before this? if i give up my slot is it okay if i just volunteer as a pacemaker (slow pace please) or for any other volunteer work?

louie said on Sep 16 10 at 12:55 PM Reply
- Hi Louie, if you are not sure then best to leave the slot open for another runner. You are welcome to volunteer instead. We are looking for committed runners who will join us from Day One of training until we cross the finish line.
  
  thebullrunner said on Sep 16 10 at 6:27 PM Reply
i signed in na rin. super excited!!!

Arlene Calleja said on Sep 16 10 at 1:14 PM Reply
Thanks for this. Have just reserved a slot for my very first full marathon =)

Zaldy Santillan said on Sep 16 10 at 1:15 PM Reply
THIS IS IT! I hope to be part of this in any capacity. I’d like to help. It’s time to pay it forward CONGRATS Jaymie!

Reylynne said on Sep 16 10 at 1:30 PM Reply
- yes! its time that we support the 2nd TBR naman… lets be a dream pacer or dream pacer. hope to see you again
  
  tem said on Sep 18 10 at 8:27 PM Reply
I can make it.

Lee said on Sep 16 10 at 1:39 PM Reply
kinakabahan ako… what exactly does “Please note that reservation does not mean immediate acceptance into TBR Dream Marathon” mean?

please accept my registration! please please please!

CTA said on Sep 16 10 at 1:41 PM Reply
- Hi Carlo! It means that if you successfully reserve a slot, you have to REGISTER at ROX when registration opens. If you fail to show up during the registration period, or fail to provide the requirements, you may forfeit your reservation.
  
  thebullrunner said on Sep 16 10 at 6:24 PM Reply
finally! reserved a slot already, and crossing my fingers that this dream may finally come true!
thank you ms. jaymie for this opportunity!

Jonathan said on Sep 16 10 at 1:47 PM Reply
i cant work properly today. the excitement is too much to handle. i keep on re-reading this blog, looking for some positive feedback regarding my pre-reg or reserved slot even checking emails every hour. whoa. “Its so fluffy, Im gonna die!”

Alexskywalker said on Sep 16 10 at 2:19 PM Reply
- natawa ako kay Alexskywalker. that’s exactly how i felt yesterday after registering!
  
  giddyyap said on Sep 17 10 at 11:58 AM Reply
- super laff at alexskywalker’s comment. i cant stop checking TBR’s blog too
  
  Manky said on Sep 17 10 at 9:41 PM Reply
Jaymie, I’l do your dishes for a month!!! Just let me run =p hahaha

Elmer J. Ching III said on Sep 16 10 at 2:49 PM Reply
Congratulations for the 2nd staging of the Dream Marathon. In our company (Atlas Copco), 8 first time marathoners have registered. I hope that all of them will be taken in.

By the way, where can we sign up as Dream volunteers? Or Dream Chasers?

Runningbeyondair said on Sep 16 10 at 3:05 PM Reply
- Hey eric! I’m sure your colleagues were inspired by you We’ll open up registration for Dream Chasers and volunteers once we finalize reg of TBR Dream Marathoners. Thanks for asking
  
  thebullrunner said on Sep 16 10 at 6:21 PM Reply
  - Thanks Jaymie!
    
    runningbeyondair said on Sep 18 10 at 8:31 AM
Hi, will I receive an e-mail saying i’ve successfuly filled out the form?

Dan Simon Dizon said on Sep 16 10 at 3:52 PM Reply
- Not yet. You will see a list of reserved runners posted on the blog when reservation closes. You will then receive an email regarding registration.
  
  thebullrunner said on Sep 16 10 at 6:18 PM Reply
  - thanks…
    
    Dan Simon Dizon said on Sep 17 10 at 7:28 AM
TBR Dream Marathon is where I will conquer my 1st Full Mary at 42… but, that’s 2 years from now.

runningdad said on Sep 16 10 at 4:29 PM Reply
Huwwaat!!! registration started in the morning!! I just registered this afternoon, good luck to me…hope to get a slot.

Haste said on Sep 16 10 at 5:23 PM Reply
hi jaymie, i’m not sure if my registration went through successfully. i couldn’t keep my excitement!

E said on Sep 16 10 at 6:47 PM Reply
Are we strictly required to attend the once-a-month meet ups (training)? Or is it ok to miss one or two?

JJ said on Sep 16 10 at 7:30 PM Reply
Hi Jaymie, you can count on our support for TBRDM2 — both for the training runs and on the day itself. Time to pay it forward.

Rico M said on Sep 16 10 at 8:30 PM Reply
Hi Jaymie! I’m super excited. I have filled form before reading all the details. All the more excited when i read Lit was joining your team. My first “running” experience was when he visited cebu last March and I could barely run 100m. I’m from Cebu by the way and I do not know where I could “e-mail regarding my situation” so just thought of commenting. Hope I get in. Good luck to everybody.

blanche said on Sep 16 10 at 8:32 PM Reply
Hi Jaymie! I have filled the form already and hopefully and praying that I can make it to the list who can finish their first marathon in the 2ND TBR Dream Marathon. Cheers!

Arnold said on Sep 16 10 at 9:50 PM Reply
Wasn’t able to make it at 41…hope to do it this time at 42…really hope our reservation gets accepted…

carol said on Sep 16 10 at 10:39 PM Reply
Hi Jaymie, I hope to fulfill a life-changing experience as a first time marathon runner with your help…
I’m crossing my fingers, I’ll treat my running club if I will be accepted at TBR2! God Bless me!

Jude said on Sep 16 10 at 11:11 PM Reply
I’m excited and I’m not even running. I hope I can be a pacer again or maybe a dream chaser this time. I’d love to pay it forward and help people finish their 1st marathon.

sherwin said on Sep 16 10 at 11:25 PM Reply
Hi Jaymie, I’m totally psyched!Ive waited this for so long. I missed the first one and it will be totally heartbreaking if I dont get a reservation. =)

I@mNoah said on Sep 16 10 at 11:52 PM Reply
Hi Jaymie. I’ve been making some shout outs in your previous posts especially about TBR Dream Marathon. I even requested to have one here in Cebu but I know it’s impossible. So join nalang ako jan! Please reserve a slot for me! My friend/teammate also wants to join. She will register today or over the weekend. More power!

katol villagante said on Sep 17 10 at 7:38 AM Reply
Hi Jaymie! This is it! I’m part of TBRDM Batch 1 and I hope I can help pace during the training runs. This is THE running event of 2011!

Jaime said on Sep 17 10 at 9:02 AM Reply
Hi! Is there any way i can check if i have successfully reserved a slot? my internet connection is playing tricks on me, so i’m not sure if i did.

Rai said on Sep 17 10 at 10:30 AM Reply
Hi Jaymie! I just registered and I’m based in Cebu. I hope I get a slot for TBR Dream Marathon 2. Thank you for this opportunity. Goodluck to all runners and run safe!

Linno Carlo said on Sep 17 10 at 1:33 PM Reply
hi! just want to ask where or what’s the venue for the training runs? I’m from Makati and I really like to register here. Thanks much!

chelle said on Sep 17 10 at 2:14 PM Reply
hello mam jamie! im one of dream chaser before… pwede po ba kme magvolunteer ksama ng mga takbokero-runnurse club ko para magchaser on ur event!? 6 members lng po kme pero 2plng ang nkpgmarathon… the rest are half marathoner.. thanks!

carlo said on Sep 17 10 at 2:52 PM Reply
Hi Jaymie. One question, I am planning to go on with my first FM in Cebu next year, but yet I still do not know if I am going to run (when worse comes to worse). Is it still ok to indicate that I have one marathon before TBR eventhough I am not still sure about joining the Cebu FM?

Jing said on Sep 17 10 at 3:59 PM Reply
Hi! I already filled the registration form online. However, I used my email address in the office which I open regularly from Monday til Friday. Is it possible to send the confirmation if I get a reserved slot to my personal email address aside from my office email add so that I could also check even during weekends? Many thanks!

Rholaine said on Sep 17 10 at 11:49 PM Reply
Hi Jaymie. Just wanted to make sure…did our reservation get through? Do you see our names? Thanks.

carol said on Sep 18 10 at 12:27 AM Reply
hi bullrunner, i didn’t made it to the registration, can i volunteer instead? how can i volunteer? i really want to be part of TBR Dream Marathon.

rakel said on Sep 27 10 at 8:07 AM Reply
I ran my first full marathon in the DREAM MARATHON last year – I cannot recommend it enough for first-time marathoners – Jaymie is probably one of the best if not the best race organizers for first-time marathoners – if you can be in this race, make sure you can be a part of it!

Paul "The Pageman" Pajo said on Jan 03 11 at 4:41 PM Reply
is there really no available slots anymore? i missed the registration and i really want to run my first FM on TBRDM. Any suggestions?

If someone wants to sell their race entry. Please email me at eddiente@yahoo.com. Thanks.

edongski said on Jan 04 11 at 11:28 AM Reply
Hi

I want to join TBR. Are there slot still available?

tnx =)

Ace said on Jan 10 11 at 1:15 PM Reply
Hi!
Is the registration really closed? I really want to run my first 42k here.

Addi said on Jan 28 11 at 8:15 PM Reply
First timer

Please reply through email

Noli Hernandez said on Sep 12 11 at 5:23 PM Reply
I am a first timer but been running for quite a number of years.

Please send me more details about the run through email

Thank you

Noli Hernandez said on Sep 12 11 at 5:27 PM Reply
- Hey noli, announcement on this race will be done only through thebullrunner.com. No emails, no advanced registration. First come, first served basis only. Hope you can join!
  
  thebullrunner said on Sep 18 11 at 12:02 PM Reply