Conquer the Hill.
The Rumman Challenge returns September 18, 2026 — 3.3 km, 270 m of climbing. Runners & cyclists race the iconic Tal Rumman for the title of King & Queen of the Hill.
Amman Road Runners (ARR) began as a running club in the mid-1980s and since then has grown to become a one of Jordan’s oldest race organizers. ARR aims to promote sports in general and running and cycling in particular, and has founded some of Jordan’s most unique and fun sporting events. These include the Dead2Red and Dead Sea Ultramarathon, both of which were created by ARR in 1993. ARR’s races consistently attract a broad participant base, including local and international athletes, males and females, and participants ranging from 14 to over 80 years old. During this time, ARR has become a well-recognized name within the sports community in Jordan, known for its fun and well-organized races.
Over the last 33 years of race organization, ARR has partnered with numerous organizations in Jordan, and its success would not have been possible without the generous support of these entities. Some of ARR’s past partners include:
On September 18, 2026, the Amman Road Runners (ARR)’s newest race will be happening for the second year: the Rumman Challenge. As this unique race approaches, we would like to offer you the opportunity to collaborate with us in this special event.
The Rumman Challenge is held under the patronage of HRH Princess Basma bint Ali and takes place in Jordan’s flagship Royal Botanical Gardens, nestled in the green hills of Tal Rumman and overlooking the expansive King Talal Dam. This unique event is designed to test the endurance, speed, climbing abilities, and strategy of cyclists and runners. This race spans 3.3 kilometers with an elevation gain of 270 meters, and is held on the iconic Tal Rumman where Jordan Rally’s Al Hussein Rumman Hill Climb has taken place since the early 1960s. During the Rumman Challenge, both cyclists and runners will have the opportunity to compete for their best times and be crowned ‘King/Queen of the Hill’.
At its core, the Rumman Challenge – as with ARR’s previous running and cycling events – aims to promote the spirit of sports, encouraging runners and cyclists to challenge themselves regardless of their experience level. Furthermore, ARR strives to ensure that the accomplishments of both women and men, as well as younger and older athletes are celebrated, offering gender-specific and age category awards to encourage a diverse participant base.
Speed Training
Ready to challenge yourself and get faster? Join us for another exciting Speed Run session! 📅 Tuesday, 28 July 2026 🕖 Gathering: 6:45 PM 🏃 Run Starts: 7:00 PM 📍 Location: Corridor Abdoun, Comma Coffee 60Rd @comma.jo @dead2red @kelme_jordan Whether you're training for your next race or looking to improve your speed, this session is for you. All paces are welcome! Run Faster. Get Stronger. Together. 🏃♀️🏃🤙🏻
Multiple qualifying uphill rounds on the iconic Tal Rumman climb, followed by a final showdown between the fastest riders.
A single down-and-up loop of Tal Rumman — descend, turn, and race the full 270 m of climbing back to the summit.
