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Weston Camp Trains Kids for Triathlon and Duathlons

Trifitness Triathlon and Duathlon Camp is a 5 day program designed to introduce kids aged 7 to 14 to the sport of triathlon and duathlon.

The Trifitness Triathlon and Duathlon Camp is a 5 day Monday to Friday program for youth ages 7 to 14. The camp introduces kids to the sport of triathlon and duathlon. Coaches provide instruction on swimming, cycling and running techniques as well as bicycle safety, maintenance and even nutrition.

The camp is held from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Weston Middle School and runs from June 29 - July 3, 2015. At the end of the session a mini triathlon and duathlon will be held.

Kids age 7-10 will swim 100 yards, bike 3 miles and run a half mile. Youth age 11-14 will swim 200 yards, bike 6 miles and run 1 mile. 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 their own bicycle and helmet.

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