There was plenty of fun had by those taking part in the Mauao Fun Run today.

Athletes of all sizes, ages and levels took part in the event this morning including 19-year-old Tauranga runner Jessica Schofield.

Jessica Schofield in action in today's fun run. Photos: Chris Callinan.

SunLive was there to capture some of the action. Athletes could either run, jog or walk one of three tracks from Pilot Bay, around or up Mauao and back to the start point.

This year a competitive run was added allowing those who wanted to race around and up Mauao and collect a Porotiti.