Moth Cottesloe tradition turns back the clock on historic military fitness test
Blending history with community spirit, Moth Cottesloe Homes hosted its fourth annual 2.4km event, drawing families together to honour fallen soldiers, while raising funds for maintenance and resident support.
A historic military fitness tradition was brought to life once again at Moth Cottesloe Homes.
Residents, veterans, and their families gathered for the Run-Walk-Crawl, combining remembrance, exercise, and community spirit on May 1.
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The exercise dates back to wartime trench conditions. As explained by Moth resident Laurie Claase, the distance reflects the 2.4km that once separated opposing trenches. “It is an old military exercise that was our fitness test, and comes from World War I, where the trenches were exactly 2.4km apart from each other.
You had 12 minutes to go from one trench to the other. So, it became tradition as a fitness test.”
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Now in its fourth year at Cottesloe, the exercise continues to grow, evolving into more than just a physical challenge. “Us, as all veterans, we’ve decided to do something like this in memory, first of all, and then in honour of those that didn’t come home. So, it’s a fun day, and we’ve created a family day with it.”
The gathering also aims to strengthen family ties and introduce younger generations to history, while encouraging an active lifestyle. Beyond its social and commemorative role, the event serves a practical purpose. All funds raised are directed towards Moth Cottesloe Homes to help with maintenance, and upkeep of said homes and the residents.
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