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Kids Triathlon Camps
14-16 Aug 2023, 9am-4pm
Xcel Centre, Walton on Thames, KT12 2JG
Kids Triathlon Camps
Having run extremely popular Kids Triathlon Camps and Duathlon Camps at the Xcel Centre in Walton and Coronation Recreation Grounds in Hersham over the past years, we can’t wait to see your children at camp again.
The 2023 edition of the kids triathlon camp is aimed at children aged 7y to 16y. With a focus on swimming, cycling and running skills and drills we add a lot of exciting games and activities to the mix to make it fun for everyone – think of bike football, bike limbo or camp olympics. Paired with helpful sessions focused on improving the children’s understanding of nutrition, motivation and race preparation, the camps will see them race more confidently or take on their first event in no time.
With tarmacked areas for cycling and expansive fields and play areas to explore in a save environment, your kids will look forward to an action packed holiday camp. Delivered by our experienced British Triathlon coaches, the camps will suit both novices and those looking to improve their bike handling and running technique. Small groups split by family ties, age and ability ensure everyone gets the most out of the camps, whether they are looking for fun with their friends or set a new personal best at the next triathlon or duathlon event.
Our standard hours are from 9am-4pm, with the option to extend these hours from 7.30am-6.00pm if there is enough interest in wrap around care3
FAQ: YOUR QUESTIONS ASWERED
Welcome to our parent zone. Here you will find important information about our kids triathlon camps and the answer to the most frequently asked questions grouped in three sections. If you can’t find exactly what you are looking for, please send an email to intotri.team@gmail.com and a member of our team will be in touch to help.
Before leaving home
Drop-off/pick-up
We understand that parents can feel a little nervous when sending their child to a multi-day sports camp for the first time. Our caring staff will make sure that you’re quickly put at ease and your child is settled in smoothly.
Staff support each individual child during their first time at camp by making sure they’re familiar with the venue, staff and how the programme works and what they should expect during their day.
Buddy systems are used to pair children with a friend so everyone feels included. ‘Name’ and ‘Get to know you’ games are played during the registration period so children are immediately involved in a group activity. You’ll be amazed at how quickly the children settle in and make new friends.
All children attending camp need to be able to swim one lane (25m) in the pool in one go, ride a bike and run 1 loop of the track (400m) without stopping.
Don’t worry, the camp is geared towards both triathlon novices and those looking to improve their skills. Have a look at the ‘Grouping’ section for further details.
When you arrive at camp follow the signs to the registration area. At the registration desk, give the member of staff your child’s name.
On the first day, the member of staff will go through the information you have provided at the time of booking and check over for any additional information that you have made us aware of. Children will then be placed in groups and receive colour coded bracelets.
Your children will engage in a mix of bike and run activities every day of the camp. We recommend children wear comfortable clothing and trainers. As all of the activities will take place outside, all children require a T-Shirt, long sleeved top, shorts, trousers, ankle socks and a rain jacket.
The majority of the cycling skill coaching will be done in a fenced off area of the playing fields with a couple of rides along the hard packed paths around it. Kids should bring a roadworthy bike they are comfortable riding, whether that’s a city bike, mountain bike or road bike. We would recommend bicycles with wider tires and deeper tread.
Please provide and apply sun protection cream each morning, we ask that you show your child how to do this before they attend camp. Spray on sun lotion is a good option for younger children as the staff can do this for them and the children can then rub in themselves. Staff will remind children at break times to apply sun cream and help younger ones if needed. It is also a good idea to send a cap that shades the face.
All children should bring a lunchbox to camp. As we do not have refrigeration facilities at the camps, we suggest you provide a small cool bag (lunch box size) containing a frozen carton of juice or a small ice pack. This will keep the contents cold until lunchtime.
Please make sure all clothing is named and that your child brings home all items at the end of the day. It’s very difficult for us to locate lost property once children have left camp.
We strongly advise that children don’t bring mobile phones*, watches, computer games, ipods and such like on to camp. There’s no real use for these items and they are often mislaid as children are busy and excited doing other things. Staff are trained not to put themselves in a difficult position by taking care of such items and we cannot accept responsibility if they are lost or stolen.
* Mobile phones: Although we understand the need for older children who make their way to and from camp to have a mobile phone, they’re not allowed to be used once on camp, during break times or for photographs. They must be kept in personal baggage at the risk of the owner at all times. Please make sure your child is aware of this.
In fairness to others we can’t accept children at camp if they’re ill. Please let us know if they have recently had an illness or condition in case they are still infectious. If a child requires medication whilst at camp, please supply it in a well-labelled container and sign a consent form available at registration.
If your child misses days due to illness or an injury, missed days cannot be taken at another time and there will be no refund.
We find that age is not a good metric by which to group children for our camps. Instead, we usually group participants with others of a similar ability. This allows our coaches to tweak activities, drills and classroom sessions to give each group the best learning environment.
With up to 30 children at camp on a given day, each coach will look after groups of 7-10 athletes.
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