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- Time Out
The Pocari Sweat Run Fest 2025 opens for registration
The Pocari Sweat Run Fest is back for its 2025 edition! More than just a race, this annual event features sports games, workshops, live music, and more. Spots fill up fast every year, so if you're up for the challenge, here's everything you need to know about the Pocari Sweat Run Fest 2025. When is the Pocari Sweat Run Fest 2025 happening? The Pocar Sweat Run Fest 2025 is back on November 30, 2025, from 6.45am to 4.30pm at the Charles K. Kao Auditorium in the Hong Kong Science Park. Registration details for the Pocari Sweat Run Fest 2025 Registration for the Pocari Sweat Run Fest 2025 is now open, but spots are limited. Here's what to know: Pocari Sweat Run Fest 2025 race categories The Pocari Sweat Run Fest 2025 has five racing categories: 10km Go Run Individual Run 5km Go Run Individual Run 3km Go Run Individual Run 3km Go Fun Obstacle Run (non-race) Pocari Sweat Run Fest 2025 application fee The application fee for each race is $350, or $300 for those who apply on or before July 14 to enjoy early bird prices. Pocari Sweat Run Fest 2025 race start times The starting times for each race category at the Pocari Sweat Run Fest 2025 will vary, though hours are currently tentative. Visit the event's official website for the most updated times. 10km Go Run Individual Run: 7.45am / 9.15am 5km Go Run Individual Run: 7.55am / 9.25am 3km Go Run Individual Run: 10.45am / 11am / 11.15am 3km Go Fun Obstacle Run (non-race): 12nn / 2.29pm Pocari Sweat Run Fest 2025 race pack Each participant in the races will receive an event race pack, which includes: Pocari Sweat x Asics running jersey x 1 Pocari Sweat x Asics finishing towel x 1 Pocari Sweat x Asics headband x 1 Pocari Sweat tote bag x 1 Pocari Sweat finisher medal Kkbox 1-month standard music service x 1 Salonsip gel-patch x 1 Pocari Sweat 66g powder x 1 Dronamin C drink x 1 skin wash and skin lotion trial pack x 1 Soyjoy soy bar (random flavour) x 1 The first 1,000 people who participated in last year's race sign up for the 2025 race will also receive an exclusive Pocari Sweat keychain. Pocari Sweat Run Fest 2025 events and activities Apart from the races, Pocari Sweat Run Fest is known for offering a range of fun events and activities every year. If running's not for you, join in on one of their sports challenge games, or sign up for their Light Sweating workshops. The yoga and pilates classes will be led by the 2025 yoga ambassadors of Ion Water and Pure Yoga, while the trampoline classes will be taught by FxJump from Fitness Expert Studio. $160 / one session $300 / two sessions $420 / three sessions Participants who have successfully enrolled in the Pocari Sweat Run Fest 2025 races can also sign up for pre-event running classes, where coaches will offer professional training for runners on things ranging from basic concepts and breathing to warm-ups and running posture. Hue Dining and Ink Cafe are closing down at the end of June
Fashion Network
6 days ago
- Business
- Fashion Network
Japan's Asics to boost India sportswear production to 40% amid import restrictions, executive says
"To address this critical situation, we are strategically developing local production capabilities," Asics India Managing Director Rajat Khurana said. For financial year 2024-25, Asics reached 30% local production, a government-mandated threshold that allows foreign brands to operate their own single-brand stores in India. The firm, which operates roughly 125stores through franchise partners, plans to open its first brand-owned store this year and is scouting locations in and around Delhi and Mumbai, Khurana said. It aims to set up a couple more over the next few years. Asics, which competes with global rivals including Nike, Adidas, and Skechers USA in India, also plans to open threenew franchise stores per month between now and the end of the year. For 2024-25, Asics projected revenue growth of 35%-37% in India, following a 26% jump in the previous fiscal year that lifted its revenue to Rs.428 crores. Known for its running shoes, Asics is benefiting from a growing fitness culture in India and rising interest in tennis and pickleball among affluent urban consumers. The local sporting goods and apparel category is expected to double to $58 billion by 2030 from 2023 levels, according to a 2024 report by consultancy firm Deloitte.
Fashion Network
6 days ago
- Business
- Fashion Network
Japan's Asics to boost India sportswear production to 40% amid import restrictions, executive says
"To address this critical situation, we are strategically developing local production capabilities," Asics India Managing Director Rajat Khurana said. For financial year 2024-25, Asics reached 30% local production, a government-mandated threshold that allows foreign brands to operate their own single-brand stores in India. The firm, which operates roughly 125stores through franchise partners, plans to open its first brand-owned store this year and is scouting locations in and around Delhi and Mumbai, Khurana said. It aims to set up a couple more over the next few years. Asics, which competes with global rivals including Nike, Adidas, and Skechers USA in India, also plans to open threenew franchise stores per month between now and the end of the year. For 2024-25, Asics projected revenue growth of 35%-37% in India, following a 26% jump in the previous fiscal year that lifted its revenue to Rs.428 crores. Known for its running shoes, Asics is benefiting from a growing fitness culture in India and rising interest in tennis and pickleball among affluent urban consumers. The local sporting goods and apparel category is expected to double to $58 billion by 2030 from 2023 levels, according to a 2024 report by consultancy firm Deloitte.
Fashion Network
6 days ago
- Business
- Fashion Network
Japan's Asics to boost India sportswear production to 40% amid import restrictions, executive says
Japanese sportswear giant Asics will ramp up India manufacturing to 40%from 30% over the next few years to ensure steady supply, a top executive told Reuters, as the country's regulations force global brands to pause imports of footwear. The Indian government has mandated certain standards for various footwear segments, requiring both domestic and foreign manufacturers to obtain quality certifications. Asics, which has also paused imports, said bringing in footwear from any country is not feasible without government certification. "To address this critical situation, we are strategically developing local production capabilities," Asics India Managing Director Rajat Khurana said. For financial year 2024-25, Asics reached 30% local production, a government-mandated threshold that allows foreign brands to operate their own single-brand stores in India. The firm, which operates roughly 125stores through franchise partners, plans to open its first brand-owned store this year and is scouting locations in and around Delhi and Mumbai, Khurana said. It aims to set up a couple more over the next few years. Asics, which competes with global rivals including Nike, Adidas, and Skechers USA in India, also plans to open threenew franchise stores per month between now and the end of the year. For 2024-25, Asics projected revenue growth of 35%-37% in India, following a 26% jump in the previous fiscal year that lifted its revenue to Rs.428 crores. Known for its running shoes, Asics is benefiting from a growing fitness culture in India and rising interest in tennis and pickleball among affluent urban consumers. The local sporting goods and apparel category is expected to double to $58 billion by 2030 from 2023 levels, according to a 2024 report by consultancy firm Deloitte.
Fashion Network
6 days ago
- Business
- Fashion Network
Japan's Asics to boost India sportswear production to 40% amid import restrictions, executive says
Japanese sportswear giant Asics will ramp up India manufacturing to 40%from 30% over the next few years to ensure steady supply, a top executive told Reuters, as the country's regulations force global brands to pause imports of footwear. The Indian government has mandated certain standards for various footwear segments, requiring both domestic and foreign manufacturers to obtain quality certifications. Asics, which has also paused imports, said bringing in footwear from any country is not feasible without government certification. "To address this critical situation, we are strategically developing local production capabilities," Asics India Managing Director Rajat Khurana said. For financial year 2024-25, Asics reached 30% local production, a government-mandated threshold that allows foreign brands to operate their own single-brand stores in India. The firm, which operates roughly 125stores through franchise partners, plans to open its first brand-owned store this year and is scouting locations in and around Delhi and Mumbai, Khurana said. It aims to set up a couple more over the next few years. Asics, which competes with global rivals including Nike, Adidas, and Skechers USA in India, also plans to open threenew franchise stores per month between now and the end of the year. For 2024-25, Asics projected revenue growth of 35%-37% in India, following a 26% jump in the previous fiscal year that lifted its revenue to Rs.428 crores. Known for its running shoes, Asics is benefiting from a growing fitness culture in India and rising interest in tennis and pickleball among affluent urban consumers. The local sporting goods and apparel category is expected to double to $58 billion by 2030 from 2023 levels, according to a 2024 report by consultancy firm Deloitte. © Thomson Reuters 2025 All rights reserved.
