ALL OUR PHOTOS ARE AVAILABLE TO VIEW IN THE GALLERY!
Please click on "Event details" to open menu and then select "View gallery" to see all the pics we have gathered so far, or also click here.
Lots of amazing energy was captured in these special photographs.
See one you like? Simply "right click" on the image to download a copy.
ENJOY!
EVENT RESULTS
We have gathered all the times from our participants, aged 6 and up, and created a document, available on the YMCA Northumberland website.
Please click here to open the PDF document and view the participant times: https://ymcanrt.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Strong-Kids-Duathlon-Times2024.pdf
DETAILS
Get ready for an adrenaline-pumping extravaganza like no other! Join us on Thursday, August 22, as we celebrate the 16th anniversary of the Strong Kids Duathlon – the most beloved event of the summer, proudly presented by the YMCA Northumberland!
Online registration is NOW closed but On-Site Registration will be available at the event starting at 5pm. We will except cash, credit or debit. Please find us in Victoria Park.
The Strong Kids Duathlon is not just a race. YMCA Northumberland's Strong Kids Duathlon raises funds for the essential Mothers of Newborns program. This invaluable, free program offers new mothers and their babies a safe and supportive path to health and wellness. Promoting physical activity and fostering connections creates a vital network of support and belonging during that critical first year.
This family-friendly, child duathlon is attended and sponsored by many Northumberland families and businesses, bringing together like-minded community supporters to raise awareness and funds to support our youth and the Mothers of Newborns program.
Come and be a part of this empowering celebration, full of fun and emotions, as we unite to make a difference in the lives of many! The Strong Kids Duathlon is not just an event; it's a symbol of hope, unity, and the power of community. Don't miss out on this memorable day – see you at the starting line on August 22!
EVENT DETAILS
- Kids ages 3-15 can participate in this friendly, competitive event while family, friends, volunteers and YMCA staff cheer them on.
- Check-in starts at 5pm; first race at 5:45pm; Over by 8pm.
- Swim in Centennial Pool.
- Run through Victoria Park.
- Six different age groups, each with their own event start time and distance:
- Under 3 years
- 4-5 years
- 6-7 years
- 8-9 years
- 10-11 years
- 12+ years
YMCA Membership is not required - any child aged 3 to 15 years can register and participate in this event.
The fee to participate is $15 per child, plus we are offering one-of-a-kind towels to each participant for $15 per towel.
All proceeds from the Strong Kids Duathlon support our essential Mothers of Newborns program, which offers mothers and their newborns a safe and supportive path to health and wellness during the critical first year.
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
3 year olds Closed
15m swim, 200m run
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$15.00
Regular price
Jul. 23 - Aug. 22
4 to 5 year olds Closed
15m swim, 200m run
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$15.00
Regular price
Jul. 23 - Aug. 22
6 to 7 year olds Closed
50m swim, 500m run
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$15.00
Regular price
Jul. 23 - Aug. 22
8 to 9 year olds Closed
100m swim, 1km run
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$15.00
Regular price
Jul. 23 - Aug. 22
10 to 11 year olds Closed
150m swim, 1.5Km run
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$15.00
Regular price
Jul. 23 - Aug. 22
12 years old and older Closed
200m swim, 2km run
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$15.00
Regular price
Jul. 23 - Aug. 22
Volunteer Closed
RESULTS: EVENT TIMES
We have gathered all the times from our participants, aged 6 and up, in a document available on the YMCA Northumberland website.
Please click here to open the PDF document: https://ymcanrt.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Strong-Kids-Duathlon-Times2024.pdf
MAP, START TIMES & DISTANCES
THANK YOU TO OUR CURRENT PARTNERS & SPONSORS
Huge thanks goes to our growing list of local sponsors and partners:
COMMEMORATIVE PARTICIPANT TOWELS
Each young athlete can wrap themselves in this special keepsake and celebrate their accomplishment with our soft, absorbent and high-quality commemorative Dri-lite Microfiber Terry 2x4ft Towels.
Thanks to PJs Custom Outfitting and YMCA Northumberland, every child participant can take one home for $15+tax.
You will be prompted to purchase this product after the registration process.
PARKING INFORMATION
- We recommend parking in the East Beach Parking Area (please see map below) as no payment is required after 4pm. There is also on-street parking and Town of Cobourg lots available with payment around the area.
Contact information
- Event contact
- Kathryn Harrison
- Phone
- (905) 376 0293
