Early bird registration ends Aug. 31 for inaugural Y Be Fit Palm Desert Challenge

PALM DESERT - Whether you’re a runner, walker or tri-athlete,
there is an event for every age and skill level at Family YMCA of the Desert’s
inaugural Y Be Fit Palm Desert Challenge taking place October 12, 2014 at the
Palm Desert Civic Center Park. Early Bird reduced registration fees end
August 31 for the Reverse Mini-Triathlon and Prime Time 5K Run/Walk.
The triple event day is designed for participants of varying skill levels. The more
serious Reverse Mini-Triathlon includes a 5K run, 10-mile bike ride and ends with
a 300-meter swim at the Palm Desert Aquatic Center, while the PrimeTime 5K
Walk/Run and 1ST Bank 1K Color Run are additional options for joining in the fun
for everyone from youngsters to the young at heart.
Following the finish of the Reverse Mini-Triathlon, the morning continues with a
Health and Wellness Fair offering vendor and information booths,
entertainment and activities for all ages that is open to the public and ends at 11 a.m.
“Y Be Fit Palm Desert Challenge was designed to attract participants of all levels
Time is running out for Y Be Fit Palm Desert Challenge early bird - from triathlon competitors to families pursuing an active lifestyle and involved with their community,” said Sabby Jonathan, YMCA Board of Directors. “It is also an excellent opportunity for first-time triathlon participants since it ends with a cool-off in a pool!”
Early Bird registration fees for the Reverse Mini-Triathlon are $60 through Aug. 31, which
increases to $75 Sept. 1-Oct. 11 and $90 on race day; the PrimeTime 5K
Run/Walk is $30, increasing to $35 Sept. 1-Oct.11 and $40 on race day.
Registration for the 1ST Bank 1K Color Run is just $10, while YMCA members can
participate in the 1K walk/run for just $5. For more information and to register
please visit www.ybefitpdchallenge.org or call (760) 568-1441.
The Palm Desert Civic Center Park is one of the most beautiful parks in the
Coachella Valley and will serve as the hub of the Y Be Fit Palm Desert Challenge
races and activities. The park is a perfect setting for the event and is also home
to the Family YMCA of the Desert and the Palm Desert Aquatic Center.
Event start times are staggered with the Reverse Mini-Triathlon starting at 7
a.m.; Prime Time 5K Run/Walk at 7:15 a.m.; and the 1ST Bank 1K Color Run at 9
a.m.
This fundraiser benefits Family YMCA of the Desert youth programs,
and is sponsored by the City of Palm Desert, PrimeTime, 1st Bank, Klein/Clark
Sports, Dick’s Sporting Goods, FG Creative, Desert Radio Group, KMIR/NBC, Whole Foods Market Palm Desert and Burrtec.
Information on the Y Be Fit Palm Desert Challenge can be found online at
www.ybefitpdchallenge.org, or by calling (760) 568-1441. Interested sponsors
can contact Terri Bona at the YMCA office at (760) 341-9622.