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July 29 - August 02, 2024

Trifitness Youth Triathlon and Duathlon camp #4 07/29/24

Weston Middle School • 135 School Road WestonCT  06883 Organized by Trifitness

About this event

The Trifitness Youth Triathlons Camp is sponsored by the Town of Weston, CT Recreation Department.

The 2024 Trifitness Triathlon and Duathlon  Camp is a 5 day, Monday to Friday program (9 am - 2 pm), designed to introduce kids aged 7 to 14 to the sport of triathlon & duathlon. Top triathletes and coaches will provide instruction on basic swimming, cycling and running techniques, bicycle safety and maintenance, transition and nutrition. Duathlon training and racing will be included. Lots of games will be offered too!

The camp will culminate with a mini-triathlon and mini-duathlon.

7-8 & 9-10 Age Groups:
Swim 100 yards, Bike 3 mi., Run 0.5 mi. Duathlon: swim is replaced by a 0.25 mi run

11-12 & 13-14 Age Groups:
Swim 200 yards, Bike 6 mi., Run 1 mi. Duathlon: swim is replaced by a 0.5 mi run

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

Participants must be able to swim one lap of a pool (50 yards), run one lap of a track (1/4 mile) and bike two miles. Each participant must have his/her own bicycle and helmet.

Kid's bikes may be left at the school overnight with a lock.

Event details and schedule

For all sessions, there are 1 - 4 day options too! Contact us for details.

What to Bring to Camp Each Day

  • Your bicycle (Mountain or Upright Bike) and bike helmet
  • Comfortable running/athletic shoes
  • Swimsuit
  • Towel
  • Swim goggles
  • Water bottle
  • Lunch
  • Sunscreen (very important)
  • Hat

Please wear comfortable workout type clothing (shorts, t-shirt, sweats.) Do not wear jeans, boots or constrictive clothing. Sandals or thongs should only be worn (if needed) in the pool area. They will not be allowed on the bicycle or to run in. A change of clothing is a good idea, but not necessary. Please bring a healthy lunch each day. Watermelon, as a snack, will be provided.

Please DON'T bring: ipods, radios, toys, games etc. Jewelry is easily lost or can be broken when doing any sport, especially triathlon. Our advice is, don’t wear any jewelry to camp. Watches are okay. We are excited to share our love for the sport of triathlon with you and spend the week having fun together. 

Get your rest each night and get ready for a memorable experience!

When

July 29 - August 02, 2024

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

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Weston Middle School

135 School Road WestonCT  06883

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