PARA ENDURANCE MULTISPORT CAMP & ADAPTIVE TRIATHLON

PARA Endurance Multisport Camp + Triathlon race included Austin September 19-22, 2024 From deep in the heart of Texas, this camp provides highly engaging & interactive instructions in the basics of adaptive triathlon through interactive drills and lectures in a safe, accessible environment. It's geared to novice and intermediate levels, with an emphasis on first-timers. You do not have to have prior triathlon experience or be proficient in all/any of the three disciplines. The camp is intended and designed for adults, but is accepting applications from 16 years old and up. Juniors, 16-19 years old, will be asked for recommendations & will be vetted to determine compatibility with the camp demands. This experience blends educational and practical sessions in a usable, dynamic manner that culminates with a sprint race experience. Athletes please to arrive by Wednesday noon and we will conclude on Sunday afternoon. This camp is: >designed & led by certified USA Paratriathlon coaches and assisted by USA cycling coaches, experienced para-athletes, and vetted volunteers. >USAT Sanctioned >meets and/or exceeds all the standards for being para-friendly as set forth by USA Paratriathlon > is in compliance with SafeSport >meets and/or exceeds the Safety Certification standards of USAT ATHLETES: must meet criteria set forth by USAT competition rules: "Participation in the Adaptive Triathlon Division is available to all athletes with a medically verified physical, visual, neurological, or intellectual impairment that limits one or more major life activities. Formal Paratriathlon classification into approved categories is not required for participation in the Adaptive Triathlon Division nor does such classification status prohibit an athlete from participating in the Adaptive Triathlon Division." Note: In rare circumstances, race management reserves the right to request an athlete to present medical documentation of their eligibility. Complete Adaptive Triathlon rules can be found here on pages 54-58: https://teamusa-org-migration.s3.amazonaws.com/USA%20Triathlon/Migration/Documents/USA%20Triathlon%202023%20Multisport%20Competition%20Rules.pdf This camp will offer the following specific divisions: ATD1 Visually Impaired - Includes athletes who are: (a) less severe partially sighted (b) more severe partially sighted c) who are totally blind, from no light perception in either eye, to some light perception. These athletes use one guide, which may be of a different gender. Must ride a tandem during the bike segment. Wheelchair - Athletes use a recumbent hand cycle for the bike and a racing wheelchair for the run. Ambulatory - In both bike and run segments, the athlete may use approved prosthesis or other supportive devices. These athletes ride upright bikes or trikes. ATD2 Eligibility includes those with medically verified intellectual impairment including, but not limited to, Downs Syndrome, autism, etc. ATD3 Those eligible include but are not limited to those athletes with medically verified conditions such as TBI/PTSD, chronic diseases, congenital conditions, neurological conditions, etc. ATD4 For athletes who race with another athlete who pulls, pushes, or propels the athlete through the race course. If you are unsure of your eligibility, questions should be directed in advance to: [email protected] REGISTRATION Application closes: August 10, 2024. Maximum capacity is 20 confirmed athlete registrants. A waiting list will be utilized. Cost: $95 - per athlete plus processing fees through June 21. This is a USAT sanctioned event. Everyone participating must hold at least a Bronze level membership. Membership options are available during registration process. Veterans & First Responders who meet eligibility criteria have no registration cost - [use code: service24 ], but may need to still purchase a USAT membership if you do not already have one. ACCEPTANCE To have the greatest impact, we purposefully design our camp size to have optimal coach to athlete ratio. Maximum capacity is 20 confirmed athlete registrants. Once registrations are processed, confirmation emails will be sent. In the acceptance confirmation email, you will get more details about what to bring. You will also get a personal phone call in advance from our camp staff so that we might get to know you, your situation, and be best prepared to serve you. Anyone not accepted will be notified by email. Limited financial assistance may be requested contingent on funds available. A minimum number of 10 registered applicants will be required by August 10 for the camp to materialize. If this minimum is not met, all will be notified & will be given the decision from leadership to those registered. What you get: Lodging - ADA and standard rooms available Lunch on Thursday/Friday/Saturday/Saturday dinner personal instruction in pool swims & open water, cycling, running, nutrition and how to put it all together for a triathlon camp T-shirt swag bag full of goodies education sessions mechanical support refreshments social outing tons of encouragement group photo new friends & memories for a lifetime PLUS entry into the historic, inaugural PARA ENDURANCE ADAPTIVE TRIATHLON. We will do our best, but we cannot guarantee that tandem, hand cycle, or race chair equipment that needs to be borrowed, will be available or provided. REFUND POLICY This is a no refund, non-transferable event. A considerable amount of work and planning goes into this event. Refunding entry fees based on changes of participants schedules is not feasible as essentials and basic provisions must be ordered in advance. We appreciate your support and understanding. Tentative Schedule September 19 - 22, 2024 Thursday - 19th Morning - arrive for camp Lunch - introductions; intro to paratriathlon and adaptive triathlon Afternoon - Swimming Pool sessions - Gilleland Creek Pool Optional group dinner Evening - strength/stretch/yoga session Friday - 20th Morning - bike & run sessions Lunch Afternoon - open water swim session optional group dinner Saturday - 21 8:00am-11:00am Packet Pick Up and check-in at race venue. (There will be no race day packet pick up.) 9:00am-10:30am Open water Swim practice at race venue only for registered athletes who have checked in. 10:30am 11am "Dynamic" Mandatory Athlete meeting at race venue. We will actually walk through the venue including - parking; swim start, Pre T1; transition area; Bike mount & dismount line; finish line. 11:30am Snack break Noon 1pm - bike/run transition session Clean up and meet at Texas Typhoon Waterpark 2pm afternoon meal with special guest speakers including: Visually Impaired Paralympian - Kyle Coon. Sunday - 22nd - Race Day Transition area opens 7:00am Transition area closes 8:00am Pre-race announcements 8:15am National Anthem 8:25am Race Start 8:30am Race Concludes 10:30am Awards Ceremony 11am More details coming soon. YOU MUST PROVIDE: . bicycle helmet that is less than five years old & not damaged (all participants may access generous discount code for Rudy Project helmets via confirmation email...) . Swim Goggles . Swim suit/attire . Casual clothes for workouts . Great attitude Training items to bring: Water bottle Preferred Snacks Cycle shoes Running Shoes Swim Cap race belt Lava Shorts for WC athletes wetsuit inflatable swim buoy bike/hand cycle racing chair sunscreen sunglasses beach towel toiletries training clothes casual clothes Optional items: shower chair swim hand paddles swim buoy kick board fins snorkel ANY questions: [email protected] PARA Endurance Multisport Camp - Austin is supported & made possible by the generosity of our good friends: PARA ENDURANCE FOUNDATION Wendy Gumbert & Jennifer Weatherford- Texas Regional Para Sports Anonymous Donations USAT Paratriathlon USAT Foundation

RACE This is the first ever USAT sanctioned "adaptive athlete only" triathlon. Join us in making history at this inaugural event taking place deep in the heart of Austin, Texas on September 22, 2024. PRODUCTION: Created and produced by USAT certified Paratriathlon race director and USAT certified Paratriathlon & USA Cycling coaches. This event meets and exceeds the standards for para-friendly course. ATHLETES Must meet criteria set forth by USAT competition rules: "Participation in the Adaptive Triathlon Division is available to all athletes with a medically verified physical, visual, neurological, or intellectual impairment that limits one or more major life activities. Formal Paratriathlon classification into approved categories is not required for participation in the Adaptive Triathlon Division nor does such classification status prohibit an athlete from participating in the Adaptive Triathlon Division." Note: In rare circumstances, race management reserves the right to request an athlete to present medical documentation of their eligibility. Complete Adaptive Triathlon rules can be found here on pages 54-58: https://teamusa-org-migration.s3.amazonaws.com/USA%20Triathlon/Migration/Documents/USA%20Triathlon%202023%20Multisport%20Competition%20Rules.pdf REGISTRATION CLOSES: August 23, 2024 - NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION RACE DISTANCES: Swim - 400 yards Bike 13 miles Run 5K Race maps coming soon. Subject to change. DIVISIONS: ATD1 Awards - Male & Female 3 deep in these sub-divisions Visually Impaired - Includes athletes who are (a) less severe partially sighted (b) more severe partially sighted c) who are totally blind, from no light perception in either eye, to some light perception. One guide, who may be of a different gender, is mandatory throughout the competition. Must ride a tandem during the bike segment. Wheelchair - Athletes must use a recumbent hand cycle on the bike course and a racing wheelchair on the run segment. Ambulatory - In both bike and run segments, the athlete may use approved prosthesis or other supportive devices. ATD2 Awards - Junior (16-19 year old) Male & Female overall + Adult Male & Female overall Eligible include those with medically verified intellectual impairment including, but not limited to, Downs Syndrome, autism, etc. ATD3 Awards - Junior (16-19 year old) Male & Female overall + Adult Male & Female overall Those eligible include but are not limited to those athletes with medically verified conditions such as TBI/PTSD, chronic diseases, congenital conditions, neurological conditions, etc. ATD4 For athletes who race with another athlete who pulls, pushes, or propels the athlete through the race course. Awards - Junior (16-19 year old) Male & Female overall + Adult Male & Female overall Adaptive Triathlon Temporary Mobility Impairment (ATTMI) This division is a participatory category that allows athletes with some form of medically verified, significant, and temporary injury that would require accommodations for participation in multisport events. These athletes results are not eligible for rankings or awards. COST: $125 plus tax and fees This is a no refund, non-transferable event. A considerable amount of work and planning goes into this event. Refunding entry fees based on changes of participants schedules is not feasible as essentials and basic provisions must be ordered in advance. We appreciate your support and understanding. This is a USAT sanctioned event. Everyone participating must hold at least a Bronze level membership. Membership options are available during registration process. Athletes receive: swag bag; T-shirt (guaranteed if registered by September 1); special inaurgual commerative items; finisher medal; awards LODGING: We have partnered with several local hotels to offer special pricing for athletes. These ADA and standard rooms are on a first come, first served basis. Registration links will be posted soon. SCHEDULE: (subject to change) Saturday - 21st 8:00am-11:00am Packet Pick up and check-in at race venue. There will be no race day packet pick up. 9:00am-10:30am Open water Swim practice at race venue only for registered athletes who have checked in. 10:30am 11am "Dynamic" Mandatory Athlete meeting at race venue. We will actually walk through the venue including - parking; swim start, Pre T1; transition area; Bike mount & dismount line; finish line. 11:30am Snack break Noon 1pm - bike/run transition session Clean up and meet at Texas Typhoon Waterpark 2pm afternoon meal with special guest speakers including: Visually Impaired Paralympian - Kyle Coon. Sunday - 22nd RACE DAY Transition area opens 7:00am Transition area closes 8:00am Pre-race announcements 8:15am National Anthem 8:25am Race Start 8:30am Race Concludes 10:30am Awards Ceremony 11am More details coming soon. This event is supported & made possible by the generosity of our good friends: Para Endurance Foundation Wendy Gumbert & Jennifer Weatherford- Texas Regional Para Sports Anonymous Donations USAT Paratriathlon