6 – 15 year olds- get ready for the big day- the HyVee IronKids Triathlon on June 23- by training at the Y! This program will combine the skill techniques, basic safety issues and workouts in swimming, biking and running. Some issues that will be covered include: proper swim techniques, bicycle safety, running techniques, proper apparel for the triathlon, proper hydration and proper nutrition and structured swim, bike, and run workouts.
Kids Triathlon Training will meet:
Thursdays at 6:00 – 6:45 PM
April 5 – May 24.
$35 Members. $50 Non-Members
Equipment to bring:
Swim Suit
Towel
Goggles
Ear or nose plugs, if applicable
Bike
Safety gear (helmet required)
Workout clothes
Running shoes or bike shoes
FREE clinics will be on Thursdays from 6:00 to 6:45 PM leading up to the big race.
May 31: Swim clinic
June 7: Bike clinic
June 14: Running clinic
June 21: Informational clinic about the course and a Q&A for parents
During each clinic we will go over proper techniques for the featured triathlon leg (swimming, biking and running), practice event transitions and run through a mini-workout. There is no need to pre-register for these clinics.