Ankeny Youth Triathlon July 27th May 24, 2013
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Ankeny Parks & Recreation
Ankeny Youth Triathlon
Swim, bike and run in the Seventh Annual Ankeny Youth Triathlon. This event is extremely popular and continues to grow each year; over 250 youth participated in 2012. Swim laps in the Prairie Ridge Aquatic Center, bike around the Sports Complex and run through the finish line at the Prairie Ridge Middle School Track. A bike helmet is required for the bike portion of the event. Kids of all levels are encouraged to compete. Awards will be handed out, but everybody that competes is a winner. A participation meeting will be held on Thursday, July 25th at 7:00 p.m. at the shelter east of the Aquatic Center and attendance is highly recommended.
Special thanks to the Ankeny Jaycees, Tri Racers of Iowa and Krueger Chiropractic for making this special event possible.
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DATE |
TIME |
DIVISIONS |
FEE |
DEADLINE |
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Saturday, July 27, 2013 |
Check In: 7:30 am
Race Begins: 8:30am |
7-8 Year Olds 9-10 Year Olds 11-12 Year Olds 13-14 Year Olds
Boys & Girls Compete Separate |
$30 through July21 $35 after July 21 |
July 25 @ 5pm |
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Ages |
Swim |
Bike |
Run |
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7-10 years |
100 yards |
2 miles |
.5 mile |
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11-14 years |
200 yards |
4 miles |
1 mile |
Ankeny Parks and Recreation Office
210 S. Ankeny Blvd. Ankeny, IA 50023
More Information: Contact rpenning@ankenyiowa.gov or 963-3574
Ankeny Youth Triathlon
Make Checks Payable to “City of Ankeny”
Child’s Name: _________________________________
Age (Day of Race):______ Birthdate:_________________ Boy______ Girl______
Address: _______________________________________________________________________________
Contact #’s: (H)____________________ (W)____________________ (C)____________________
(Circle Preferred)
Email:___________________________________ T-Shirt Size: 10-12 14-16 S M L XL
“The City of Ankeny requires a “Release, Waiver & Hold Harmless Permission to Participate” document be signed before participation in a city-sponsored or co-sponsored activity. Completion of this registration form will be considered your consent and agreement with the contents included in this document. The document can be found on the City’s website, www.ankenyiowa.gov, the Parks & Recreation Program Guide, or can be provided to you at your request.”
This is not a school district publication. It is being distributed through the school district as a community service of the district to inform you of other community activities or services available.
_________________________________ _______________
Parent/Guardian Signature (required) Date
Free Tri Racers Seminar – 5/07/13 May 6, 2013
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Welcome At-Large Board Member Kevin February 24, 2013
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Kevin Prendergast is a marketing consultant with financial services clients in the Des Moines area and Atlanta, and partner in a silk-screen printing company. He and his wife Kathy live in the Saylorville area and have two married sons and 4 young grandkids. Kevin is very active in his church, Capitol City Baptist Church in Saylorville, serving as board chairman and teaching a Bible study with “nearly and newly” marrieds.
Kevin became involved in triathlon after his church sponsored a 5k run. He had a bet with Pastor Mark and began running again (after a looong break from high school track). His first tri was the Cy-Man in 2006 where he admits he had no idea what he was doing, and was tempted to ask if he could bring a lawn chair into transition. He and Mark then joined the TriRacer program at the Ankeny Y and TriRacers club. He learned so much from the training and club members that he did the Hy-Vee Tri and was hooked. He did all of the local races and then stepped up to Ironman 70.3 races in Branson and then Racine WI. Last year he decided it was time to do the Ironman as he wasn’t getting any younger. He and son Kyle did the Florida Ironman in Panama City Beach, FL in November, 2012. Kevin is quick to tell others that if he can do it, anyone can do it, if you’re willing to train. He has encouraged numerous people to do triathlons, putting together 10 tri teams of people new to triathlon over the years. He plans to do all of the local area races as well as the Kansas Ironman 70.3 in June and qualified for the Hy-Vee U.S. 5150 Championship for 2 reasons, he claims: Half of those in his age group use canes or walkers… but really because another TriRacer was hollering encouragement at the end of the race last year when he was ready to walk a bit on the last hill. He managed to pass one more person in his age group which was how he qualified for the championship this year. That’s what being a TriRacer is all about—encouraging each other and helping each other any way we can.
New Club Secretary February 19, 2013
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As you can tell we have a lot of new faces on the Tri Racers board.
Next up is our new club Secretary William Jenks.
New Vice President February 19, 2013
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Many of you have known Rachelle for the last few years. She has stepped up to take on the Vice President role on the board.
Rachelle picked up triathlon back in 2007 as part of a friendly competition at work. With no bike in her possession, and having never really swam (other than the doggy paddle), the journey to her first race was filled with all sorts of follies. Since then, Rachelle has gone on to complete races of all distances, including 3 iron distance races (Cozumel, Texas, and Rev 3 Cedar Point). She’s been a member of the Rev3 Age Group team since 2010 and enjoys traveling to Rev3 races around the country. (Ask her about her favorite venues…she loves talking about them!)
New Club President February 16, 2013
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Prendergast brothers swim 2.4 miles, ride 112 miles and run marathon December 31, 2012
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Triracers members Kevin and Kyle Prendergast of Saylor Township competed in the Florida Ironman event on Nov. 3 in Panama City Beach, Fla. Both finished the race, which included a 2.4-mile swim in the Gulf of Mexico and a 112-mile bike course followed by a full marathon of 26.2 miles.
Read here for the more details.
http://www.desmoinesregister.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=2012312020025&nclick_check=1
Fall 2012 YMCA Triathlon Training – Ankeny YMCA September 26, 2012
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YMCA Triathlon Training
Tri Training Fall 2012 – See Flyer Here
Don’t be intimidated by Triathlons anymore!
If your goal is to participant in a Triathlon, come and experience a program where the guidance and friendships can help you accomplish that goal. From the beginner to the avid tri-athlete we are here to help you develop and enhance your skills.
If you are a beginner be encouraged by knowing you will train along side fellow athletes who have similar desires and ambitions and as the program progresses, you will become more comfortable and confident in the skills needed for a Triathlon.
Your coaches are tri-athletes and enjoy sharing their knowledge and experience with anyone wanting to learn. Join our program and Triathlons will no longer be intimidating!
Who: Men and Women of all ages and all ability levels
When:
Mondays: A.M. Bike: 5:45 – 6:30 a.m.
P.M. Swim: 6:30 – 7:15 p.m. (4 Lanes)(October 8th – 29th)
P.M. Swim: 6:15 – 7:00 p.m. (4 Lanes)(starting the week of November 5th)
P.M. Bike: 7:15 p.m.
Tuesdays: A.M. Swim: 5:30 – 6:30 a.m. (3 Lanes)
Wednesdays: A.M. Bike: 5:45 – 6:30 a.m.
Thursdays: A.M. Swim: 5:30 – 6:30 a.m. (3 Lanes)
Saturdays: A.M. Run: 8:15 a.m.
A.M. Swim: 9 – 10 a.m. (3 Lanes)
Session: October 8th – November 11th, 2012
Where:
Bike: Multipurpose Room Swim: Pool Run: Front of the Y
Contact: Rhonda Robson at rhonda.robson@dmymca.org
Fee Member Non-Member
A.M. Bike (M & W) & Swim (T & Th.): $90 $155
P.M. Swim & Bike (M): $45 $110
Sat A.M. Run & Swim: $45 $110
ANKENY FAMILY YMCA
1102 North Ankeny Blvd, Ankeny, IA 50023
P 515 965 8800 F 515 965 7901 www.dmymca.org
Included in this program is one year of TriRacers FREE
Cycling wind jackets are in! June 20, 2012
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Our cycling wind jackets have arrived. We tried to balance the design between a jacket that would look appropriate while training, racing, or just wearing out casually.
Comfortable and lightweight, the Primal Wind Jacket provides wind and water protection to the entire upper body. This garment can be worn in sub 40˚ temperatures when used with a base layer or arm warmers. The jacket has a mid-back drawstring and a zippered pocket on the right side.
These fold small enough to fit in a pocket when it gets too warm.
As with our other merchandise, the club is offering a discounted rate for the jackets to club members. The jackets will run $40 and we have sizes ranging from XS – XXL.
Ankeny Y Tri class now 2 Evenings +4 Mornings +Sunday March 6, 2012
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Another session of Ankeny YMCA Triathlon class starts this Sunday, March 11th.
The previous session had a good sized group. We now have FIVE swim practices and FOUR spins per week. The comradery and friendly peer pressure in the pool really add a lot to a workout. Participants receive stroke feedback from a coach on the pool deck.
The session starts March 11 and runs through May 17th. The fee for YMCA members is $180 for access to all the practices or $40 for just Sunday noon class. Non Y member prices are $312 and $135 respectively. There is no swim on Thursday March 15th.
Sundays: (Swim: 12-1 p.m)
Mondays: (Bike: 5:45 – 6:30 a.m, Bike: 6-6:45 p.m, Swim: 7-7:45 p.m)
Tuesdays: (Swim: 5:30 – 6:30 a.m)
Wednesdays: (Bike: 5:45 – 6:30 a.m)
Thursdays: (Swim: 5:30 – 6:30 a.m, Swim: 6:15-7 p.m, Bike: 7:15-8 p.m.) No Swim on Thursday March 15th.
To register call the Ankeny YMCA at 515-965-8800
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