WELCOME TO READY, SET, RESPOND!
What is the challenge about?
READY, SET, RESPOND! is a national fitness challenge like no other, it’s a powerful call to action that transforms everyday movement into life-saving impact.
Over 41 days, participants across Ireland will move in solidarity with our heroes of volunteer emergency response with the goal of collectively achieving 1,308 km.
Why 1308 Kilometers?
Every kilometer represents a piece of the story: 1,308km is a tribute to the 1,308 emergency responses delivered by CRITICAL’s dedicated volunteers in 2024. This distance is a symbol and reminder of the lives that hang in the balance, the power of community action to make a difference and a thank you to our volunteers.
Who can join?
Absolutely everyone.
Individuals looking for a meaningful personal challenge, community teams of friends and family or local clubs ready to rally for a cause.
Workplace teams seeking to engage staff with a purpose-driven wellness initiative.
First Responder groups who understand the stakes better than anyone.
What Kind of Activity Can I Do to Take Part?
This challenge can be tailored to you whether you’re walking, running, cycling, climbing, or even swimming.
You can turn every movement into support for CRITICAL’s mission of saving lives in communities across Ireland.
How to get involved
Step 1: Register
Click the button below, choose your category, and sign up as and individual or create a team.
Step 2: Set Your Goals
Choose a distance that fits your lifestyle or sport, and set a fundraising target that motivates you to make a difference! Once you register, you’ll receive helpful tools and guides to support you every step of the way.
Step 3: Take on the Challenge
Complete your distance between 6 September 2025 – 16 October 2025
Track your progress and share your journey with friends, family, and colleagues to support you.
Your Movement Saves Lives
CRITICAL Emergency Medical Response is a national charity dedicated to providing life- saving pre-hospital emergency care through a network of volunteer Emergency Medical Responders and First Responders across Ireland.
By taking part in READY, SET, RESPOND! you’re not just getting active – you’re joining a powerful movement to support life-saving action.Your efforts and donations help raise awareness and fund essential medical equipment, including defibrillators, resuscitation kits, and diagnostic tools, ensuring our responders have what they need to save lives.
Every contribution helps us continue this vital work, because in an emergency, every minute counts..
“They were at our home under 10 minutes. Without CRITICAL, I don’t know if my husband would be here today”
– Siobhán, Co. Clare
Have Questions or Need Help Getting Started?
Michele, our Community Fundraising Officer, is here to help!
Call: +353 86 820 8240
Email: michele@criticalcharity.ie
Or simply fill out the contact form.