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The 150 Club
Join “The 150 Club” and help us answer the call.
2027 marks a monumental milestone — the 150th Anniversary of Cork City Fire Brigade.
For a century and a half, this service has stood at the heart of community safety, resilience, and dedication.
To honour this legacy, I am launching a challenge designed to push the limits of human endurance while inspiring a nationwide movement of health, discipline, and purpose.
I invite your organisation to become a central part of this historic journey.
About Alex
I am Alex O’Shea, known as “The Running Fireman.”
With over two decades of service as a firefighter and a career as an international endurance athlete, my life has been built on discipline, service, and pushing limits.
Track Record Highlights:
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Guinness World Record Holder — Fastest Marathon in Full Fire Gear (3:41:10)
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The 32/16 Challenge — 32 marathons in 16 days (across Ireland)
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National Medalist — Marathon, 50km, 100km & 24-hour events
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National Record Holder — 6-hour endurance running
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Arctic Expedition participant — extreme environment challenge
The Man Behind the Mission
The Vision — Two Paths, One Goal
This project reflects the core values of the fire service:
teamwork, resilience, and achieving the extraordinary.
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The World Record Attempt
In June 2027, I will attempt to break the Guinness World Record for:
Fastest Marathon in Full Fire Gear while wearing Breathing Apparatus (BA)
This will take place at the Cork City Marathon, supported by:
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Cork City Fire Brigade
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Cork City Council
This is not just a race — it is a national moment of recognition and pride.
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NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL ENDURANCE ATHLETE
At the heart of this initiative is a mentorship-driven movement.
I will recruit 150 individuals — everyday people ready to transform their lives - and guide them through a full year of structured training.
Programme Structure:
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Launch: 2026 Cork City Marathon Expo + national media rollout
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Journey: 12 months of coaching, discipline, and guided progression
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Outcome: Completing the 2027 Cork City Marathon
Member Experience Includes:
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Structured training programmes
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Expert mentorship & accountability
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Exclusive 150th anniversary apparel
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Commemorative finisher medal
Why Partner With Alex
Why Partner With Us
An anniversary of this magnitude happens once in a lifetime.
By partnering with this campaign, your brand aligns with:
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Resilience & high performance
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Community leadership & service
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Authentic storytelling with national reach
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A meaningful, high-impact charity mission
Partnership Opportunities Include:
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Brand visibility across media & campaign assets
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Integration within “The 150 Club” programme
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Employee engagement opportunities
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Collaborative storytelling & PR campaigns
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Support a Meaningful Cause
The Impact - Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind
This initiative supports Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind, raising both awareness and vital funding.
As a firefighter, I operate in environments where vision is often lost - relying on training and instinct to navigate safely.
This gives me a unique, personal understanding of how life-changing it is to restore independence and mobility to those living without sight.
This partnership represents more than charity - it reflects shared purpose and real impact.
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Opportunity
I would welcome the opportunity to explore how this partnership can be tailored to meet your organisation’s goals.
Together, we can build something that delivers not just visibility — but meaning, impact, and legacy.
Let’s make history together.
Alex O’Shea
Firefighter • Athlete • Mentor
Let’s Make History Together
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Enquiry Form
Start the Conversation
If your organisation shares these values and wants to be part of something meaningful, we would love to hear from you.