Where: The Penllyn Club 525 Gwynedd Ave Penllyn, PA 19422 GPS:HERE!
Time: Start Time: 8:00 am
What: Triathlon: Swim/Bike/Run for kids 5 to 15 years old Duathlon: Run/Bike/Run for kids 5 to 15 years old (Age group will be the child’s age ON RACE DAY)
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THIS IS WHAT THE SCOOGIE EVENTS KIDS ROCK TRIATHLON & DUATHLON IS ALL ABOUT…
It's about giving EVERY child no matter what level of experience they have in triathlon a SAFE place to BE THEMSELVES!
We LOVE brand new, first time racers and we CATER to them.
We WILL help your child feel comfortable & happy... THIS IS VERY IMPORTANT TO US!
The purpose of this event is to promote multisport participation in youth, families & individuals and to encourage physical exercise and a healthy lifestyle in a safe, fun & none-competitive atmosphere.
😊💥WARNING💥😊 This event may cause an unusually large amount of smiles & contagious hugs! 😊😃😁
💥IMPORTANT NOTE💥 THIS TRIATHLON & DUATHLON IS LIMITED TO A TOTAL OF 200 PARTICIPANTS. ONCE THAT NUMBER IS REACHED, REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE PROMPTLY.
SO, WHY IS THE SCOOGIE EVENTS KIDS ROCK TRIATHLON & DUATHLON A MUST DO?
~😃 The non-competitive, fun & positive atmosphere created by the Scoogie Events Crew!
~😃 The awesome finisher's medal every finisher gets!
~😃 The TIE DYE T-shirt every that registers before the deadline gets!
~😃We will create and foster a safe and enjoyable atmosphere that helps your child feel COMFORTABLE & VERY SPECIAL.
😀THE DETAILS😀
Scoogie Events KIDS ROCK TRIATHLON & DUATHLON will be staged on Sunday, June 11, 2023 to help raise funds for the beautiful Penllyn Club while also providing a fun, non-competitive atmosphere in a safe environment and of course, an awesome post-race atmosphere for the kids.
THIS IS ALSO VERY IMPORTANT: EVERY TRIATHLETE & DUATHLETE is responsible to review the course maps below and become familiar with each one BEFORE race day!
It’s very important that each athlete know exactly… HOW MANY LAPS THEY WILL SWIM, HOW MANY LOOPS THEY WILL BIKE, AND WHERE EXACTLY THEY WILL RUN.
Yes, there will certified lifeguards at the pool and PLENTY of very experienced Scoogie Events CREW members out on the course directing the athletes and ensuring the safety of each athlete. BUT each athlete needs to know how many laps they will swim, how many loops they will bike and exactly where they will run! IT’S IMPORTANT!
PLEASE REVIEW DISTANCES & COURSE MAPS BELOW:
😀DISTANCES😀 Note: Age is the athletes age ON RACE DAY.
Triathlon distances:
Ages 5-7: Swim 25 yards ~ Bike 2 Miles ~ Run .35 Mile Ages 8-9: Swim 50 yards ~ Bike 2 Miles ~ Run .35 Mile Ages 10-11: Swim 100 yards ~ Bike 2 Miles ~ Run .75 Mile Ages 12-15: Swim 100 yards ~ Bike 3.5 Miles ~ Run .75 Mile
Duathlon distances:
Ages 6-7: Run .35 Mile ~ Bike 2 Miles ~ Run .35 Mile Ages 8-9: Run .35 Mile ~ Bike 2 Miles ~ Run .35 Mile Ages 10-11: Run .9 Mile ~ Bike 2 Miles ~ Run .75 Mile Ages 12-15: Run .9 Mile ~ Bike 3.5 Miles ~ Run .75 Mile
💥 If you have ANY questions at all about the course maps, please do not hesitate to email us at scoogie@scoogie.com
Course details:
Swim: (for the triathlon) The swim will be held in an outdoor pool with lifeguards.
Transition Area: (for both tri & du) There will be an area for the competitors to put their bikes, shoes, helmets, etc., this area is called “the transition area”. After finishing the swim, (or 1st run for the duathletes) the kids will come into the transition area to put on their biking gear, get their bikes and start the bike portion of the race.
IMPORTANT TRANSITION NOTE: The transition area will be staffed with 10 Scoogie Events Crew members to welcome & encourage your children.
Awards: Note: Age is the child’s age ON RACE DAY. Awards for age groups in both the tri & du: 5-7, 8-9, 10-11, 12-13, 14-15.
Race Day Details:
When: Sunday, June 9th
What time: Suggested arrival time: 6:00-6:30 am
Where: Penllyn Club (race venue) 525 Gwynedd Avenue Penllyn, PA, 19422 GPS: HERE
Parking Note: All parking for this event will be at the Penllyn Club EXCEPT if you must leave before 9:15 am! Note: If you must leave before 9:15 am you will park on Regency Circle and walk a short walk to the club (5-minute walk) LOOK FOR A ROAD SIGN 50 YARDS BEFORE THE ENTRANCE TO THE PENLLYN CLUB TO TURN LEFT ONTO REGENCY CIRLCE FOR EARLY DEPARTURE PARKING! (See map below for early departure parking)
ONCE AGAIN, NO-ONE WILL BE PERMITTED TO LEAVE THE PENLLYN CLUB BEFORE 9:15 AM.
IT’S VERY IMPORTANT (A MUST-DO) TO DO A COMPLETE & THOROUGH BIKE CHECK BEFORE RACE DAY!
😀BIKE CHECK😀
VERY IMPORTANT NOTES REGARDING PREPARING YOUR BIKE FOR THE EVENT: Parents DO NOT need to get helmets & bikes inspected at a bike shop. But, we are asking that you (the parent) thoroughly go over your child’s bike and make sure that everything is tight and in working order. We’re going to post safety checklist on this website and also email it out to all registered athletes the week of June 6th
AGAIN, IT’S VERY IMPORTANT (A MUST-DO) TO DO A COMPLETE & THOROUGH BIKE CHECK BEFORE RACE DAY!
PLEASE TAKE THE TIME TO VISIT OUR AWESOME SPONSORS:
If you have ANY questions or concerns or just need any clarification regarding ANYTHING having to do with this event, PLEASE EMAIL US ASAP and we will get right back to you. PLEASE DO NOT WAIT UNTIL THE LAST MINUTE TO GO OVER ALL OF THIS IMPORTANT INFORMATION!
