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THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON
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REPORT
Meeting:
GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE
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Date:
OCTOBER 5, 1998
Report #: C~ 1 <1 98 File #:
Subject:
CLARlNGTON KIDS OF STEEL
Recommendations:
It is respectfully recommended that the General Purpose and Administration Committee recommend
to Council the following:
1. THAT Report No. CS-14-98 be received for information.
1.0 BACKGROUND
1.1 Approximately eight (8) years ago, Canada became hooked on the idea of youth
triathlons to create a healthy lifestyle - both physically and mentally. Kids of Steel is a
multi-sport event designed to offer kids from 7 - 18 years of age an opportunity to
participate in a triathlon (swimming, biking and running). The Municipality of
Clarington is pleased to be an enthusiastic partner in the growth and development of
Kids of Steel races since 1995. The 1998 Clarington Kids of Steel event was a success
for everyone involved. The Triathlon held in the Municipality of Clarington, was the
fourth time for the series and attracted 120 young athletes ranging in age from 6 to 18
years.
1.2 The success for the 1998 event is directly related to the following: a hard working
team of volunteers consisting of Municipality of Clarington employees and outside
individuals; a challenging yet safe race course; Municipal support including: road
closure, event set-up and central area location with access to facilities and equipment;
and sponsorship from: Williams Telecommunications, Durham Regional Police,
Harvey's Restaurants, Loblaws, 7-11 Convenience Stores, Orono Cat World,
Clarington Rehabilitation (Dr. Kathleen Hoch) and Canadian Medical Response.
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1.3 The overall feedback from competitors, volunteers and spectators was very positive.
The Municipality of Clarington Kids of Steel is recognized by the Ontario Association
of Triathletes as being one of the best-organized events. It is due to the above
mentioned factors and the participation of the youth that we feel very confident in
hosting another Annual Clarington Kids of Steel Triathlon again in August 1999.
2.0 CLARINGTON FITNESS CENTRE HEADQUARTERS
2.1 The race headquarters which was located at the Clarington Fitness Centre (49 Liberty
Street North) provided quick and direct access from Highway #401, facility exposure
for the event, a venue which was safe for competitors and families, while also
providing adequate parking. The Bowmanville High School provided a comfortable
meeting area for the event meal and awards presentation.
3.0 THE EVENT
3.1 The highlights included: 25 metre pool setting for the swim, bike course on closed
paved, flat and climbing roads (no confusion of laps), race kits with sponsor gift
donations, promotional material, event t-shirts, event bathing cap, and after race meal
consisting of pizza and pop.
4.0 THE ROUTE
4.1 Careful consideration was maintained to ensure a safe, competitive and challenging as
well as fun course. Volunteers and officials were stationed along the course for safety
and proper direction and encouragement for all participants.
4.2 The Clarington Fitness Centre pool is a 25 metres which allowed for 12 participants
per heat, with two (2) minutes between each heat and a fifteen (15) minute stagger
between each age group. This system allowed for safe spacing for all participants. The
bike and run course consisted of various distances starting and finishing at the
Clarington Fitness Centre. The distances varied depending on the age of the athlete.
5.0 AWARDS
5.1 Each participant who crossed the finish line was presented with a certificate of
participation and a Clarington Kids of Steel medallion. After the last competitor
crossed the finish line, special awards to the top three (3) participants in each age
group were presented with medallions from the Ontario Association of Triathletes.
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The Association of Triathletes attended this year's event to also award overall
recognition to the top participants in this year's series of eleven (11) races in Ontario.
5.2 The Clarington Kids of Steel Triathlon was an Ontario Association of Triathletes
sanctioned race with officials present. The event met specified safety standards and
parents and officials once again commended us for a well-organized and safe event.
6.0 CONCLUSION
6.1 Due to the enthusiasm and interest shown by parents, participants and volunteers, the
Clarington Kids of Steel Triathlon will continue to be an annual event continuing in
striving to encourage the youth of the Municipality of Clarington to be a part of this
growing sport of Triathlons. After four (4) years of competition at the Clarington
Fitness Centre, Community Services is already planning for next year's event to be
held at the Courtice Community Complex.
Respectfully submitted,
Reviewed by,
u, . H. Stockwell,
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