Taking place during the Ironman UK race weekend, over a thousand children aged 3-15 have already signed up for this year’s IronKids event on Saturday 3 August in Bolton.
Following the success of last year’s inaugural sell out IronKids run event, the entry limit has been doubled to 2,000 to cater for the demand for entry; and the event is now on track to be the largest IronKids event in the world.
Held in partnership with Bolton Council, IronKids is a great way for children to experience the fabulous atmosphere of the iconic Ironman UK triathlon, that is held the same weekend, in Bolton’s town centre.
Aimed at encouraging kids to lead an active, positive and healthy lifestyle IronKids is very much targeted at local children in the area to come and have a go, as well as those whose parents are competing in Ironman UK, so they too can feel part of the action of a world class event.
The event has different distances depending on the child’s age: 3-5s compete in a 500m run (accompanied by a parent/guardian); 6-10s run 1.5K; and 11-15s complete a 2.5K race, with all races finishing under the Ironman finish gantry in Victoria Square, Bolton.
Each child will receive a special commemorative IronKids t-shirt in their entry pack and a medal after completing the race to celebrate their achievement. The entry fee is just £2 per child.
Kevin Stewart, Managing Director of Ironman UK and Ireland commented, “Together with the support of Bolton Council, it is fantastic to see so many kids already entered in what is now becoming one of the largest IronKids events in the world. By experiencing a taste of Ironman, it will hopefully inspire their participation in triathlon in the future.”
www.IronKids.co.uk
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