Primary and secondary schools are being encouraged to register for TriHeroes, a schools triathlon programme which encourages children to participate in a healthy and active lifestyle.
The TriHeroes programme, delivered by Triathlon Ireland and supported by Barilla, a family-owned Italian food company and advocate for a healthy lifestyle, helps teachers introduce the triathlon disciplines of running, cycling and swimming in a safe and positive environment.
Recent Sport Ireland research has shown that students who play sport achieve, on average, higher points in the Leaving Cert than those that do not. It also highlighted that swimming, cycling and running are the most likely sports to be continued into adult life.
Delivered by Triathlon Ireland’s development team, the programme is typically run over six 90-minute training sessions with students taking part in a mini triathlon at the end of the programme.
“We view triathlon as a sport that is suitable for people of all ages and abilities and that starts with children as young as four years old,” said Triathlon Ireland CEO Chris Kitchen.
“Learning to swim and ride a bicycle with confidence are important skills for any young person, allowing healthy physical activity to become an enjoyable part of everyday life right through to adulthood.”
“Triathlon Ireland’s commitment to educating children on the benefits of enjoying sport and keeping fit match our own beliefs and therefore we are delighted to support them with the TriHeroes programme and would encourage schools to introduce the unique and varied sport of triathlon to their pupils through this inclusive programme,”added Paula Butterly, Business Account Manager with Barilla.
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