Question 1

Athlete Guide

Accepted Answer

Athlete Guide will be available one week before the event.

Question 2

Rulebook

Accepted Answer

You can check the Rulebook HERE.

Question 3

Referees

Accepted Answer

Join the DEKA experience from the inside! By becoming a competition judge, you’ll receive a code to compete on the same day as an athlete, depending on the shift you choose, or to redeem during the 2026 season at the location of your choice. Soon you can see the conditions and benefits you adquire for being Referee in DEKA Tenerife 2026. Soon you can register on the app DoNation.

Question 4

Transfer and deferral options

Accepted Answer

The deadline for ticket transfers is Tuesday of the event week. For more information check out the section in FAQs of DEKA.

Question 5

Leaderboards

Accepted Answer

Every event is a new opportunity to boost your DEKA Mark. Compare yourself with the top athletes in the world and see the global leaderboards HERE.

Question 6

Elite Heat Waves 2026

Accepted Answer

To strengthen the Elite heats and raise the level of competitiveness, we will implement some changes to this category starting in 2026: Available spots per event: Male: 30 spots Female: 30 spots Mandatory cutoff time: Male: DEKA Mark under 36 minutes Female: DEKA Mark under 40 minutes Qualification requirement: An official DEKA Mark recorded at a DEKA event within the last 18 months is required. Registration opening: Elite spots will be available from the general registration opening of each event. (Example: Torremolinos 2026 is already available). Final confirmation of your spot will be made 10 days before the event. Selection criteria: If the number of available spots is exceeded, a ranking based on the best accredited DEKA Marks will be used. Spot reassignment: If an athlete does not secure a spot in the Elite heat, they will automatically be reassigned to an AGE GROUP heat, with prior notification. Application: These rules apply only to DEKA events in the 2026 season. They do not apply to 2025 events.

Question 7

FAQs

Accepted Answer

More questions? Visit our FAQ page or contact us at info@dekafit.es.

Question 8

Edit / Update Registration

Accepted Answer

Unexpected things come up in life. We understand that so we try our best to accommodate date and/or time transfers, whenever possible. For more information on how to change your: • Start time: How do I change my Start Time? • Race Date: Can I transfer to another Spartan Race? More Questions? Visit our FAQ page.

Question 9

Race Arrival & Start Times

Accepted Answer

Please plan to arrive 60 minutes before your start time. This gives you plenty of time to park, pick up your registration packet, drop your stuff at bag check, and get warmed up. YOUR'LL be able to view you exact start time via your Spartan Account approximately 10 days prior to the event date. Have more questions not listed below? Visit the Spartan FAQ page.

Question 10

What to bring / What to wear?

Accepted Answer

What To Bring - Your ID - Barcode (printed or saved to your phone) (find it in your Spartan Account) - Towel, waterproof bag, & extra (dry) clothes/shoes - Sunscreen & hydration - Headlamps are recommended for later start times - We recommend wearing performance gear (compression bottoms and breathable tops) - Comfortable shoes that you’ve trained in, but are OK to get dirty. Get an OCR-tested shoe and gear up for race day in the Spartan Shop

Question 11

Volunteer & Race For Free

Accepted Answer

As a Spartan Race volunteer, you will help our racers and have a unique, behind-the-scenes race experience. Not only that, but volunteering gets you free entry to a race. Sign Up here.

Question 12

Camping

Accepted Answer

Camping is available to purchase for all event of 2026 Spartan UK event weekends! Whatever the reason for wanting to camp, we know it will only add to the amazing atmosphere our races already have. Don’t miss out, we have limited availability so book your camping pass now here.

Question 13

Photos of the Race

Accepted Answer

After the race you will have access to photos and videos of your race. You will receive more information by email as soon as it is posted. Highlight your bib number in order to be automatically recognised by the photo system.

Question 14

Register together and save

Accepted Answer

By registering as a group of multiple racers with our Group Bookings Team - you can save on race fees. The more racers you register, the higher your discount. Booking as a group not only streamlines your team’s registration process, but it also guarantees you’ll have the same start time. Speak to a member of the Group Bookings Team today to find out more by completing the form on our group bookings page.

DEKA TENERIFE 2026

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