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4th Annual Strong Kids Triathlon on August 7th

1 January 2010

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:                    Jessica Graham, Director of Marketing and Communications
Phone Number:         937.223.5201 x 1022
Fax Number:             937.223.3997                                                                                                                           


4th Annual Strong Kids Triathlon on August 7th

Dayton, Ohio – July 13, 2010 –  The 4th Annual  Strong Kids Triathlon will be held on Saturday, August 7, 2010, at the United Theological Seminary in Trotwood for children ages 5-12.  The race will consist of three events - swimming, biking and running - and will provide hundreds of area children the opportunity to compete and have fun with friends.  (Please note that children will be monitored with volunteers in the water during the swimming course.) This event is being organized by the YMCA of Greater Dayton in conjunction with the United Theological Seminary and the City of Trotwood Parks and Recreation Department.  All proceeds from the triathlon will benefit the YMCA of Greater Dayton Strong Kids Campaign which ensures that all families can participate in YMCA activities regardless of their ability to pay. 

girls_running.jpgChildren ages 5-12 from throughout the Dayton area are encouraged to register and participate.  They will compete in one of these categories:  5-6 year olds, 7- 8 year olds, 9-10 year olds and 11-12 year olds. All participants will receive a finisher’s medal and goodie bag. Additionally, trophies are awarded to the top three finishers in each age group. 

Registration information can be found at www.ymcaonline.org (on home page) or www.speedy-feet.com. In addition, specific information is available by calling Jessi Graham at the YMCA of Greater Dayton at (937) 223-5201.

The YMCA of Greater Dayton’s mission is to put Judeo-Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all.  Originally established in Dayton in 1870, the YMCA now has 12 locations throughout the Miami Valley and serves over 70,000 kids and families.  The YMCA of Greater Dayton builds strong kids, strong families and strong communities through its programs and services. 

For more information about the YMCA of Greater Dayton or about this event, visit the website at www.ymcaonline.org.