Triathlon Winter Camp: December 30-31, 2024

Camp Description

First Youth Triathlon is offering a two (2) day camp during the school holiday vacation, December 30-31 (Monday-Tuesday). The camp will be from 8:45am-1:00pm each day. The camp will be held at burgess pool in Menlo Park

The camp will include swim instruction, open swim, running, biking, stretching and games. Youth athletes will enjoy structured swim instruction based on their skill level, with a focus on both learning and fun, including supervised free swim time and group activities. We will include several talks about healthy habits, including nutrition, sleep and screen time. The camp is designed to build swimming, running and biking skills and confidence in a safe, engaging environment.

The camp is open to new as well as experienced swimmers. We will assess each child’s swim level on the first day of camp so they are matched with the best instruction and group. More advanced swimmers will get a workout-style swim session to practice their strokes. Parents are welcome to come to the end of camp triathlon on Tuesday, December 31 at 12:30p to cheer on their child as they race through each sport.

Is This Camp for You?

For kids ages 9 to 14 years (on the first day of camp)
For kids who are comfortable in the water, know how to ride a bike and enjoy social group situations, and respond well to instruction.
For families who want to learn more about our year-round Triathlon Team or come to 1stY Triathlon Summer 2025 Camp, this is a good introduction.

Winter Swim & Tri Camp Schedule

Dates: December 30 - 31
Time: 8:45 AM – 1:00 PM
Focus: Skill-building, endurance, team bonding, and fun!

Day 1: Building Foundations

8:45 - 9:15 AM – Welcome & Warm-Up

Dynamic stretching and light mobility drills to prepare for swimming.

9:15 AM – Swim Workout

Technique Focus: Freestyle and backstroke drills.
Main set: Aerobic endurance set
Cooldown: Easy swim with focus on form.

10:30 AM – Snack & Rest Break

Quick healthy snack and hydration (bring your own).

11:00 AM – Run Workout

Warm-Up: Light jog and drills.
Main set: Interval runs on grass or track.
Cooldown: Stretching and breathing exercises.

12:00 PM – Pep Talk: Building Confidence and Resilience

Discussion on overcoming challenges in swimming, triathlon, and life.
Interactive Q&A with the coaches.

12:30 PM – Fun Activities

Relay races or team games (e.g., dryland relays).
Team games such as hide and seek.

1:00 PM – Wrap-Up and Dismissal

Day 2: Pushing Limits

8:45 AM - 9:15 AM – Welcome & Warm-Up

Similar to Day 1, with focus on mobility for butterfly and breaststroke.

9:15 AM – Swim Workout

Technique Focus: Butterfly and breaststroke drills.
Main set: Speed-focused intervals.
Cooldown: Relaxed swim and stretching.

10:30 AM – Snack & Rest Break

11:00 AM – Run Workout

Warm-Up: Light dynamic stretching.
Main set: Tempo run (e.g., 20 minutes at a steady, comfortable pace).
Cooldown: Gentle jog and stretching.

12:00 PM – Pep Talk: Goal Setting for the New Year

How to set SMART goals in sports and life.
Interactive session where participants write and share one goal.

12:30 PM – Fun Activities

Team-building games (e.g., scavenger hunt or small obstacle course).
End with a celebratory group activity like a trivia game.

1:00 PM – Camp Wrap-Up

Final reflections, certificate handouts (optional), and thank-yous.

Camp Pricing

Regular Day Camp (8:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.):

$200 per two days for Menlo Park residents
$220 per two days for non-residents

What to Bring to Camp

Swimsuit, googles, cap, towel and optional swim shirt (rash guard)
Running shoes, running shorts, tights or pants, running T-shirt and long sleeve top
Working bike, helmet
Sunscreen, sun hat, sun glasses, hairbrush, jacket
Lunch, snack, water bottle (no food will be provided)
Optional: reading books

Campers may leave their bikes at the camp. We will lock them inside the pool facility. We cannot be responsibility for the security of camper’s bikes

Location: 501 Laurel St, Menlo Park, CA 94025