Kids Splash & Dash Added to TriPATHlon Event
Children’s Race Added to Atlanta Triathlon on May 6 at Chastain Park
Atlanta – April 30, 2012 – Organizers of Atlanta’s TriPATHlon event, a triathlon that will be held at Chastain Park on May 6, have announced that there will be a new special segment for children after the main event called the Splash & Dash.
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During the Splash & Dash race, children ages 4 to 14 will be separated into three different age groups: juniors, intermediates and seniors. Based on age group, participants will swim distances ranging from 50 to 200 yards. After the swimming portion, participants will run distances ranging from 500 yards to 2K.
Commemorative medals and awards will be given to all finishers at the awards ceremony following the race at Chastain Pool. Trophies will be awarded to the top finishers in each individual age group and gender. Ribbons will be awarded to the top five children in each individual age group.
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The TriPATHlon event is a sprint distance race with a 400-yard pool swim, 15-mile bike ride, and a 5K run that starts at 7:30 a.m.
This event, as well as the TriPATHlon, is sponsored by Mercedes-Benz of Buckhead, The Coca-Cola Company, and Cox Media Group.
The Splash & Dash is the first fully sanctioned USAT youth initiative and one of few in-town triathlon events in the country. The entry fee is $40 for all age groups.
To register your child for the event or for more information, visit www.gamultisports.com/chastainparktripathlon/splash-and-dash/
About PATH Foundation:
PATH Foundation is a nonprofit group that has developed trails for recreation and commuting since 1991. PATH has completed more than 160 miles of trails in Georgia, including The Silver Comet, Arabia Mountain, Chastain Park, Freedom Park, Lionel Hampton, Northwest Atlanta, South Decatur Trolley, Stone Mountain and Westside. PATH plans to build more than 100 additional miles of trails during the next 20 years. For more information, visit www.pathfoundation.org.
About Chastain Park Conservancy:
Founded in 2003, the Chastain Park Conservancy (CPC) is a volunteer, not-for-profit, organization dedicated to stewardship and renewal of Chastain Park’s natural and developed resources. The Conservancy is a grassroots organization whose board of directors and active volunteers are committed to reaching the park’s full potential as a world-class source of recreation, entertainment and pride. For more information, visit www.chastainparkconservancy.org.
About Chastain Park Athletic Club:
The Chastain Park Athletic Club (CPAC) is a 501c3 charitable nonprofit organization established in 2002 to save our public swimming pool, develop new facilities and serve our community. CPAC promotes aquatics, health, recreation and safety. Our successful Chastain Park Tidal Waves Swim Team teaches children how to swim properly in a competitive environment, while having fun. For more information about our programs, memberships and partnerships, visit www.ChastainParkAthleticClub.org.
