Fit 2 B Kids offers a multisport training event for youth ages 7-12 called a Splash & Dash! Young athletes of any skill level learn or practice how to participate in a swim-run-race event and have an opportunity to cross a finish line and earn a medal!
Coaches introduce young athletes to racing in an atmosphere of fun and learning.
Athlete will:
- Learn how to set up their swim-run transition.
- How the swim start is set up and how many laps they will do based on age.
- They will walk through the logistics of the run course.
- Participate in a team warm up.
- Be able to ask questions.
- Put it all together and participate in the final event on the same day!
- Wear their finish line medal!
- Enjoy post event food and music!
- Have fun!
Athletes can participate to enjoy the training and meet new friends, or to enjoy the competition. Most importantly, we are developing an atmosphere of camaraderie while encouraging kids to dig deep, develop skills of athleticism, perseverance and determination so they can cross any finish line with confidence!
Note: athletes will need to bring the following to an event:
- bathing suit (girls will sometimes put shorts on over the bathing suit post swim)
- towel
- goggles
- running shoes
- post event clothing
If you are in need of any equipment to participate, please contact Christina@fit2Bkids.org for support.
