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Event summary
The Corta Mato Jovem Escolar is a youth cross-country running event scheduled for December 12, 2025, in Funchal, at the Jardins do Lido. This event features multiple race distances tailored to different age groups, ranging from 500 meters for the youngest categories to 2,500 meters for juveniles, juniors, and seniors, including a special race for participants with special needs and teachers.
Open to all schools, clubs, and educational institutions including special needs participants, the competition covers age categories from Sub-10 to Juvenis and Juniores/Seniores, with participation primarily representing schools but also open to non-federated students and teachers. It integrates with the PACRAM support program for affiliated clubs and serves as a qualification pathway for the National School Championships.
The race takes place on a looped cross-country course at Jardins do Lido, promoting a vibrant and inclusive atmosphere suitable for young athletes, educators, and community members. The organization provides team and individual classifications, with awards for top performers and collective school and club achievements, fostering team spirit and school pride.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Sub-10 (2017-2018)
• Sub-11 (2016)
• Sub-12 (2015)
• Sub-14 (2013-2014)
• Sub-16 (2011-2012)
• Juvenis + Juniores/Seniores (2009 and earlier, only students and teachers)
Start/finish locations: Jardins do Lido, Funchal
Start times per category/distance:
• Sub-10: 500m – Fem 09:45, Masc 09:55
• Sub-11: 1000m – Fem 10:05, Masc 10:15
• Sub-12: 1000m – Fem 10:25, Masc 10:35
• Sub-14: 1500m – Fem 10:50, Masc 11:00
• Especial (special needs): 500m – Masc 11:15, Fem 11:20
• Sub-16: 2000m – Fem 11:30, Masc 11:40
• Juvenis + Jun/ Sen: 2500m – Fem 11:50, Masc 12:05
Bib pick-up time and location: Bibs with chip provided by AARAM, distributed through schools before event
Registration deadline:
• Schools: November 21, 2025
• Clubs: December 5, 2025
Surface types: Cross-country terrain at Jardins do Lido
Course format: Looped circuits with laps depending on category
Race routes:
• Races vary from 1 lap (500m) to 5 laps (2500m) according to age group
Timing method: Electronic chip timing with mandatory return of bibs post-race
Parking and shuttle details: Transport provided by DSDE for most schools; some Funchal schools arrange own transport
Prizes: Medals for top three individuals per category and sex; trophies for top three school teams per category and sex; trophies for best clubs in Sub-10, Sub-12, and Sub-14 categories per sex
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🎽 Athlete kit: bib with electronic chip
🏅 Finisher prize: medals for top three individual finishers per category
⏱️ Timing + live results by category via electronic chip
🛟 Safety support: organized by AARAM and DSDE with race supervision
🛡️ Insurance: included in race participation
🏆 Trophies and awards for teams and clubs
