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SunRype TRi KiDS Triathlon Series
Countdown to Race Season!

The start of the 2014 season is just over 3 months away and with the winter we've had we know everyone is looking forward to spring...and TRi KiDS racing! 
 
Registration is going strong with TRi KiDS Oakville and Burlington filling fast. Once your athletes are registered it's time to think about fundraising. We are delighted to introduce you to our new charitable partner, Autism Speaks Canada, and once again this season Springfree Trampoline is donating two backyard trampolines to two lucky draw winners. To be eligible, TRi KiDS are required to raise a minimum of $40 for one of our partners.  
Read on for details about the Season Kick Off Day welcoming new and returning TRi KiDS as well as our other Run Well Events races for the whole family.

We wish everyone a safe, fun and active March Break!

Tara and Brad Melville   
 
 
Registration is OPEN!  Races Filling Fast!
Registration for all Ontario races is now open and going strong!  Both TRi KiDS Burlington and TRi KiDS Oakville have less than 100 spots left and will sell out soon.  We encourage you to review all of the important information on our Registration Page prior to registering your children.  

If you have any questions about registration please contact us via the contact form on our website. 
 
TRi KiDS Season Kick Off Day 
A new event to kick off the TRi KiDS season! 
 
This fun and active four hour clinic will help athletes and parents become familiar with how to prepare for and participate in any TRi KiDS race. Triathlon basics of swim, bike and run will be covered as well as the transitions between each. The clinic offers a fun, safe, supportive and educational atmosphere for youth.

Practice your swimming while getting tips on how to make it easier to complete your lengths. Learn bike handling skills and safety tips for the bike course. Transitioning tips and activities will be covered. Learn how to best approach the run portion of the triathlon so that you cross finish line with enough energy to celebrate your accomplishment. The entire clinic will be focused on building confidence and preparing for a positive TRi KiDS experience.

 
Date:  Sunday, June 8, 2014
Location: Nelson Pool and Park, Burlington
Time: 9:30 am - 1:30 pm (with a free swim until 2:30 pm)
Fee: $15 per participant
 
More details and registration info can be found on our website. Space is limited.
 
More RUN WELL EVENTS...
Here are a few more events to mark on your calendar.  Family fun, fitness and enjoying the great outdoors - we hope to see you there! 

Kids Tri 4 Kids Kids Tri 4 Kids, proudly presented by ScotiaMcLeod will be held on Sunday, May 25th at Carling Heights Community Centre in London, Ontario.  The 4th annual youth triathlon welcomes 3-13 year olds and benefits Big Brothers, Big Sisters London.  Last year's event sold out early - register today. 
 
 
   The 10th annual Cadillac Fairview 5K Run/Walk takes place on Sunday, April 27th at Sunnybrook Park in Toronto.  New this year is the CF Kids 1K!  The Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario has been the recipient of the event proceeds and with this year's race $1 million will have been raised for POGO!  Outstanding!  Register today at www.cadillacfairviewrun.ca.
 
 
Aloha!  We end our race season with our tropical themed Island Girl Half Marathon, Relay and 5K race on September 21st.  The tropical Toronto Islands set the stage for our women's only annual race.  Leis, grass skirts, a live steel drum band and coconut water await you.  Grab your sister, friend, mom or running partner, lace up your sandals and join us on the Island.  An annual sell out!
 
Autism Speaks Canada - Our New Charitable Partner
We are excited to announce our new charitable partner, Autism Speaks Canada. Autism Speaks Canada is dedicated to funding global research into the causes, prevention, treatments and cure for autism. 
 
With 1 in 88 children  being diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders and a growing number of  adults with autism living with limited support, the need to find the missing pieces of the autism puzzle is greater than ever.  Autism Speaks Canada aims to bring the autism community together as one strong voice to urge the government and private sector to listen to the concerns of the community and take action to address this urgent global health crisis.
 
Their signature event, Walk Now for Autism Speaks, is a fun-filled, family friendly event and is the single most powerful force to fund vital research, raise money to support family services programs and initiatives, and heighten awareness about autism. Experience the power of thousands united by a single cause by joining Walk Now for Autism Speaks.  Dates and walk locations are posted on their website.
 
TRi KiDS athletes can fundraise for Autism Speaks Canada by printing off a pledge form and asking family and friends to sponsor your race.  Athletes who raise a minimum of $40 for any of our three charities will be entered in the season-ending draw for one of two Springfree Trampolines.
 
New From SunRype
When your days are jam-packed, enjoy a healthy boost with a SunRype Okanagan

EnergyTM bar. Full of fruit, whole grains, sunflower, flax, dark chocolate chips, and SunRype's Okanagan EnergyTM blend of pea protein, green tea and ginseng to provide a safe and natural energy boost.

 

We use pea protein instead of soy of whey, because it is an easily digestible, natural source of protein with a low potential for allergic responses.  Pea protein is also dairy and cholesterol fee and non-GMO.   

These power-packed bars contain 7 grams of protein and are a source of fibre and iron, and contain no preservatives and nothing artificial.  Plus, they are nut free and taste absolutely amazing!

 

Go on... live, laugh, jump, play, thrive!

 
Thank you to our Sponsors and Friends 
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SunRype Products Title Sponsor of the TRi KiDS Triathlon Series since 2009, SunRype proudly supports the series and provides healthy fruit juice and snacks for TRi KiDS participants before and after the race.    

 

Since 1946, SunRype has been providing families with delicious juices and fruit snacks. SunRype is committed to helping Canadians make good choices that offer both great taste and wholesome goodness. Visit SunRype's website for healthy recipes, tips for feeding picky kids and new products.

 

 

Simply nutritious. That's SunRype. There's nothing complex.  

Just simple goodness.

 

    

IronKidsNutrition Dedicated to developing nutritional products to help your kids stay healthy and active, IronKids Gummy vitamins are made in Canada by Life Science Nutritionals. Health Canada approved, these great tasting gummies are specially formulated to support the health, growth and development of your children.  Presenting Sponsor of the TRi KiDS Series.

 

SpringfreeTrampoline The Springfree™ Trampoline was designed by New Zealand engineer Dr. Keith Alexander, at the University of Canterbury. After more than 15 years of injury prevention research, the design was commercialized in 2003 and is now sold in 15 countries. A Series Sponsor of TRi KiDS - look for Springfree Trampolines at the races.

CanKopy Document Solutions Our friends at CanKopy Document Solutions have provided the SunRype TRi KiDS Series with all our race course signage since the beginning.  CanKopy Document Solutions will provide you with a one stop document solution, digital printing and photocopying experience that will set new standards in customer service and production quality.

Skechers Kids Our new Series Sponsor for the 2014 season, Skechers Kids has added their GOrun and GOride brand to their kids' product platform.  Bright colours, lightweight, comfortable and washable!  Look for Skechers at select races.

Pedalheads From training wheels to trails, Pedalheads has been enriching the lives of children through cycling and swimming since 1986. Pedalheads will be participating at select TRi KiDS races checking out helmets to ensure proper fit, handing out bike safety worksheets and going over the 4s's of bike helmet safety. Your child must have a helmet to participate...make sure it fits! 

Phillips/Vooro Wealth Management Group Specializing in financial planning and proven long-term wealth management strategies, the Phillips/Vooro Wealth Management Group delivers investment advisory services for individuals, families and businesses using customized strategies to help you achieve your goals. Greg Phillips has been our Series Sponsor and Volunteer since 2009.

Spokes 'N Slopes Located at 307 B Steeles Ave East in Milton (new location!), is our official bike shop and onsite support for our Ontario races. Drop in to make sure your bike is in racing condition for the season.

Zoom Photo  Canada's largest provider of race photography with over a decade of experience photographing triathlons, marathons and other sporting events. High quality photos & prints are paramount and Zoomphoto.ca maintains their own professional photo lab in house insuring the quality of every print shipped. Zoomphoto.ca is 100% Canadian owned & operated. 
 

Tara and Brad Melville
Series Founders and Directors
SunRype TRi KiDS Triathlon Series
905.582.4633
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