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Children hit streets pool in triathlon series com triathlon just for kids is making its way to Newmarket this summer KIDS have added the local event to a series of events held in five communities this year The noncompetitive event suited for children three to 15 years of age promotes and celebrates participation in swimming and running cofounder Tara Mel- TRi TRIATHLON SERIES The program is in its third year with an average of about participants at each location More than 100 have already regis tered for the local event Those who register can join in on a fund- raising component of the program that sup ports the Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontar io which has partnered with Sick Kids Hos pital and Southlake Regional Health Centre For more information about the event or to register go to runwHteventscom to open the Southlake Paediatric Oncology Clinic in Newmarket Last year the triathlon series raised 7000 for This years goal is husband Brad and I are triathlon In and were aware of the long- standing Kids of Steel competition she said What we didnt like about the youth competition was the amount of emphasis that was placed on winning Rather than going for the gold the athletic duo has created a triathlon program focused on completion and selfaccomplishment Ms Melville believes every child needs to par- ticipatr in activities that provide a positive experience where trying your best is the only expectation We break down all barriers so everyone can participate in the event she said We want to make sure every child has a great experience being active without the pressure of winning The program will make its first appear ance in Newmarket at the Ray Twinney Com plex June 13 Participants start with a swim in the 25metre indoor pool and then head off on the traffic free bike and run courses that will take them around the centre grounds to the finish line Participants will need to bring a swim suit a bike that s in good condition a helmet running shoes and of course a bundle of enthusiasm she said The distance each child completes is based on their age Friends and family will be able to cheer on and support participants from the sidelines Each child who completes the course will receive a TRi KIDS Tshirt and a finishers medal she said YELLOW RICK HOUSE Volunteer Ehmmate For a limited timi custom orders floor and while ii and our new I fabrics Savings Highway 7 East just east of Kennedy in Unionville NORTH YORK CHEVROLET CORVETTE 7200 Yonge Street 9058815000 wwwnorthvorkchevcom Save Time Save Money STORES DEALS COUPONS BROCHURES CONTESTS SPECIAL