GIRL POWER - Get Moving Duathlon

Sunday, October 29, 2023 Past event
10:45 AM CDT
Cypress, Texas
$48.70 · 2 races

Event summary

Get ready to celebrate empowerment and fitness at the GIRL POWER - Get Moving Duathlon on Sunday, October 29th, 2023, in Cypress, Harris! This exciting event, hosted at John Paul Landing Park starting at 8:30 AM, invites girls aged 6 to 14, from novices to experienced athletes, to participate in an invigorating run-bike-run challenge. Choose between two thrilling race distances: the short course featuring a 0.5-mile run, a 2-mile bike ride, and a final 0.75-mile run, perfect for those new to duathlons; or the long course, which includes a 1-mile run, a 4-mile bike ride, and a 1.5-mile run for those ready to take on a greater challenge!

In addition to promoting physical activity, this event supports a noble cause. Participants are encouraged to bring essential items such as new underwear, undershirts, and socks for donation to the Beacon Homeless Shelter. Join us for a rewarding day filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit! With awards for various age groups and a lively post-race party offering a variety of activities, this event is all about finding your girl power and inspiring the

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  • GIRL POWER Short Course

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt

    This is a run (0.5 mile) -bike- (2 miles) then run (0.75 miles) event.

    9:45 AM CDT

    $48.70

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  • GIRL POWER Long Course

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt

    This is a run (1 mile) -bike- (4 miles) then run (1.5 miles) event.

    10:45 AM CDT

    $48.70

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Organiser's description

This race is sponsored by Girl Scout Troop 109147 to help promote girls ages 6 to 14 (Elementary and Middle school) from novice to experienced to come out and get moving in a run-bike-run duathlon on SUNDAY OCTOBER 27TH AT JOHN PAUL LANDING PARK STARTING AT 8:30 AM. There will be a "_short course_" that will include (0.5 mile run followed by 2 mile bike ride and then finishing with 0.75 mile run) intended for girls new to duathlons and "l_ong course_" that will include ( 1 mile run followed by 4 mile bike ride and then finishing 1.5 mile run) for girls with experience or up for the challenge!

Girl Scout Troop 109147 is collecting "the essentials" (NEW underwear, under shirts, and socks) for the Beacon Homeless shelter because these are the items that are not donated and needed the most for those suffering in homeless conditions in life. Please consider donating to help buy the items or bring with you on race day and drop off at the Girl Scout table in the post race area.

AWARDS will be given by age groups for each race. Short course: overall winner then 8 years old and under; 9-10 years; 11-12 years old and 13-14 years old. Long course: Overall winner then Under 10 years old; 11-12 years old and 13-14 years old.

Packet pick up will be on RACE DAY opening at 7:30 AM. Packets will include t-shirt, race bib number with timing chip, and numbers for bike/helmet. Transition area for bike set will open at 7:30 AM and close at 8:20 AM.

THINGS TO BRING: bike helmet, bike, water bottle and your GIRL POWER!

The post race party area will be filled with wide variety of activities in our community that girls can learn about and see if there is something they would like to join. Girl Scouts will also have an opportunity to earn a fitness badge by completing the event and post race party scavenger hunt questions! PLEASE COME OUT AND SUPPORT GIRLS FINDING THEIR GIRL POWER AND GET MOVING!

Location

John Paul Landing Park, 9950 Katy-Hockley Road, Cypress, 77433, TX, United States

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