Ember LED Corporate Challenge 2025

Saturday 7th June | Grassroots Trust Velodrome

Join us for the 2025 Corporate Challenge, an action-packed day of team racing, entertainment, and community spirit at the Grassroots Trust Velodrome. Whether you're coming to cheer on friends and colleagues, lend a helping hand, or just enjoy the atmosphere, this family-friendly event is open to all.

What’s Happening on the Day

Watch corporate teams from across the region take on two exciting racing formats:

Italian Pursuit (1km)

• Teams of 4–5 riders

• 4-lap sprint race

• One rider drops out after each lap, leaving one to finish

• Fastest overall time wins

This event is all about teamwork, explosive speed, and finishing strong under pressure.

Team Pursuit (2km)

• Teams of 3–4 riders

• 8-lap endurance race

• Riders rotate to maintain pace

• 3 riders must finish together

Expect strategy, stamina, and impressive displays of coordination as teams push to complete the distance in the fastest time possible.

Fun for Spectators

• Gold coin donation for spectators – bring the whole family!

• Food and drink available

• A dedicated kid’s room with movies, snacks, face-painting & activities

• Trackside action from start to finish. Racing is held from 2 pm – 7 pm

• Great opportunity to see businesses give it their all in a high-energy, supportive environment

Interested in Volunteering?

We rely on a team of amazing volunteers to help make events like this run smoothly.

We have shifts available for several roles. Get in amongst the action and support your riding community!

If you’re able to volunteer, please complete the form here.

Any event inquiries, please contact us at events@velodrome.nz