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Children's Aquathlon

in partnership with High Peak Tri Club

from 3-4.30pm on Saturday 2nd November 2013

Entries Have Now Closed

A fun swim/run challenge run by High Peak Tri Club for kids aged 8-14 with a swim in Buxton Swimming and Fitness Centre followed by a run within the historic and beautiful Pavilion Gardens.

With special morning Young Adventurer speaker & film sessions, an all-day 'Adventure Bites' loop film session and free family-friendly activities with Village Games and the YHA it promises to be a great day out.

Please click on Buxton Aquathlon Information Pack to download/view further information about the event. The information pack contains the same information as this page.

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Age*	Class	Swim	Run	Start Time**
8	Tristar Start	50m	600m	15.00
9-10	Tristar 1	150m	1,500m	15.30
11-12	Tristar 2	250m	2,000m	16.10
13-14	Tristar 3	400m	3,000m	16.30
* Age is on 31st Dec 2013

** The start times are approximate at the moment. Firm start times will sent out and posted on High Peak Tri Club website nearer the time.

Race Entry

Race entry is £10:00 per child for all age groups.
Entries are on-line via: entrycentral.com/buxton-aquathlon
Entries will be opening sometime in September.

Any questions please contact us via e-mail on Krissie (at) ivings (dot) co (dot) uk

Registration

All competitors will need to register at least 30 minutes before their start time to collect their number and goody bag.

Race Briefing

Race Briefings will take place shortly before each “wave” sets off

Who can take part?
This race is aimed at encouraging children to give something new a try as well as offering more experienced racers a competive event. If you can cover the swim distance without sinking (!) you can do this race.

What equipment do you need?

No special equipment is needed: you just need a swimsuit, t-shirt, a pair of trainers and a smile. Whatever time you do, you can be sure of a huge cheer when you cross the line.
Competitors will be sent off in waves, starting with the youngest, between approx. 3pm and 4:30pm.

Transition

The transition area is covered and is for competitors only, with the exception of Tristar Start competitors who may be helped by ONE adult. All competitors must wear a trisuit, rash vest or t-shirt and trainers (no barefoot or topless running). Numbers can be pinned to t-shirts, or can be worn on a number belt.

The Run
The run will take place fully within Pavilion Gardens.
Maps of the race route will be clearly displayed at the Race Registration and each wave will have a race briefing so everyone will know where they are going. Children need to count their own laps. Rubber bands will be handed out on each lap to help children keep count.

At the finish
Smile for the camera! You did it! All children will be awarded a medal after they have finished. The winner of each age group will receive a trophy.

Spectators
This is a very spectator-friendly venue. There is a pool viewing area and the run can be easily seen from within the park. Please stay off the race course which will be clearly marked with tape. There are many non-tri related activities in the Park and Pavilion Gardens so bring the whole family for a fun day out.... Please note that this race is meant to encourage children to enjoy competitive sport. Parents are expected to cheer and clap, not bellow angrily or argue with marshals! Outside assistance is not allowed, and may result in your child being disqualified.

Who Can Take Part?
This race is aimed at encouraging children to give something new a try as well as offering more experienced racers another event to hone their skills before the tri season starts. If you can cover the swim distance without sinking (!) you can do this race. No special equipment is needed: you just need a swimsuit, t-shirt, a pair of trainers and a smile. Some participants will come from the local swim club and will be lightening-quick in the pool.... so maybe you can catch them on the run! Many others will be pleased to just finish. Whatever time you do, you can be sure of a huge cheer when you cross the line.

Photography
The race is run under British Triathlon Federation (BTF) rules which do allow photographs to be taken during the race. Anyone wishing to take photographs will need to register their details at Race Registration. Buxton Swimming & Fitness Centre does not permit photography within the building so children cannot be photographed while swimming.

How To Get Here....

The race will take place at:
Pavilion Gardens
St. John's Road
Buxton
Derbyshire
SK17 6BE

Please note that the car park is not off St John's Road: You will need to turn into Burlington Road from St John's Road and the car park will be on your left. Car park fees are:
Cost    Parking Time
£1.00    1 hour
£1.60    2 hour
£3.00    4 hour
£5.00    Max

Facilities
The swim can be viewed from the pool viewing area. There are vending machines in the foyer selling hot and cold drinks and snacks. Changing facilities, lockers and hot showers are available for participants. The transition area is under cover so towels and trainers will stay dry if it should happen to rain.
The run takes place in The Pavilion Gardens, a wonderful 23 acre park with many historic and cultural highlights. There is a large selection of cafes, restaurants, gift shops and the Pavilion Arts Centre right next to the race route. The park also has adventure play areas, so why not make a day of it and stay around after the race? Please check out Buxton Pavilion Gardens' website for what is going on that weekend.