Youth Triathlon Events Provide Chance to Get Active

Does your kid love being active? Or are you looking for a way to get them more active? Check out the Tampa YMCA's Youth Triathlon Series, a new program which encourages children and their families to exercise.

And with childhood obesity rates more than triple what they were 30 years ago, now couldn't be a better time.

“We’re here to address the needs of our community and, clearly, there’s a need within the community to provide affordable, healthy activities for kids and families,” said Rebecca Bray, Communications Director for the Tampa YMCA. “Our goal is to provide a place where anyone can come to get healthier, and feel more connected and confident."

The Youth Triathlon is open to all Bay area families, and includes some version of the classic triathlon for all family members ages 5 and up. Children and their parents can train for the triathlon on their own or in groups at their local YMCAs.

The YMCA’s Youth Triathlon Series kicks off on Saturday, June 4, at 7 a.m. at the FishHawk Ranch YMCA Express.

Other triathlon dates include:

• Bob Sierra Family YMCA Bob Sierra Youth & Family Center on Sunday, July 31. Contact 813.962.3220 for more info.

•  New Tampa Family YMCA at the University of South Florida, Saturday, Aug. 6 Contact 813.866.9622 for more info.

For more information about the Y’s Youth Triathlon Series, please call Maureen Chiodini at 813.224.9622, Ext. 278, or visit www.tampaymca.org.