TRY Challenge

INTRODUCING THE “WEET-BIX KIDS TRY CHALLENGE”

The WEET-BIX KIDS TRY CHALLENGE is a virtual event designed to get Kiwi kids aged 5 – 15 years old active and challenging themselves as they work towards a fitness goal. The TRY CHALLENGE will see kids set themselves a fitness goal, create a training plan and then train for three weeks from Monday 16th November until Sunday 6th before completing their TRY CHALLENGE during the week of the 7th -13th of December.

The TRY CHALLENGE is being piloted and entry is restricted to CENTRAL OTAGO / SOUTHLAND / TIMARU and SOUTH CANTERBURY residents only. Participants who are entered with an address outside of the CENTRAL OTAGO / SOUTHLAND / TIMARU and SOUTH CANTERBURY region will not be accepted.

THE WEET-BIX KIDS TRY CHALLENGE is as easy as 1, 2, 3

Step 1 – Begin by setting a TRY CHALLENGE goal. 

This is the goal that you’ll take on at the end of the 3 weeks of training. You get to set the activities, the distances or the time. It’s entirely up to you!

The goal should consist of three activities of your choice – this could be a traditional TRYathlon (swim, bike, run), run, bike, run or could even include exercises like push-ups, or star jumps. The activities selected should be appropriate to your age, and level of fitness. You should also think about what equipment and facilities you will have access to.

Step 2 – Create a training plan. 

Over three weeks you will train and build towards getting yourself ready to tackle your TRY CHALLENGE goal!

Step 3 – Take on the TRY CHALLENGE 

At the end of the three weeks it is time to take on your final TRY CHALLENGE goal which can be completed any time over the week of the 7th-13th of December. Then it’s time to celebrate!

ENTRY DETAILS

Entry is open to all 5 to 15 year olds. (Based on age during event week)

Participants must be Timaru / South Canterbury residents only.

TRY CHALLENGE EVENT DATES

Training window – Monday 16th November – Sunday 6th December (3 Weeks of training!)

TRY CHALLENGE Window: 7th December – 13th December. You can complete your TRY CHALLENGE at any time during this period.

ENTRIES CLOSE

Midnight on Monday 16th November 2020.

HOW TO ENTER

All participants need to register if they want to officially take part in the TRY CHALLENGE and be able to access the programme benefits.

Entry is free but there are options to purchase and add on additional benefits such as a Weet-Bix Kids TRYathlon T-Shirt and Champions Medal. See details below.

Option 1 – Free Entry

Free entry provides access to the online resources only, but participants must be registered online:

• Downloadable certificate
• Chance to WIN spot prizes
• Access to online resources

Option 2 – TRY CHALLENGE Pack

The “TRY Challenge Pack” includes:

• Weet-Bix Kids TRYathlon 19/20 Series T-Shirt
• Weet-Bix Kids TRYathlon Champions Medal
• Participant drawstring bag
• Box of 375g Weet-Bix
• Swim Cap
• Downloadable certificate
• Chance to WIN spot prizes
• Access to online resources

The “TRY CHALLENGE Pack” is $15* plus postage & packaging ($8.50 for metro delivery and $13.50 for rural) for individuals and $10* plus postage & packaging for School Groups. For discounted School Group entries, please contact Julia@smcevents.co.nz

To have the “TRY CHALLENGE Pack” included in your entry, click “add TRY CHALLENGE Pack” and select your postage requirement when registering.

 Option 3 –Medal Pack

The “Medal Pack” includes:

• Weet-Bix Kids TRYathlon Champions Medal
• Downloadable certificate
• Chance to WIN spot prizes
• Access to online resources

The “Medal Pack” is only $3 including postage.

To have the “Medal Pack” included in your entry click “add Medal Pack” and select your postage requirement, when registering.

TRY CHALLENGE Guide

We have put together a TRY CHALLENGE Guide which explains everything about the TRY CHALLENGE like how it works, how to set goals, training plans and tips.

The TRY CHALLENGE Facebook page will also provide tips in the lead up to and throughout the TRY CHALLENGE period.

SCHOOL GROUPS

The TRY CHALLENGE can be completed as part of a school, classroom or individually. There will be resources available to help participants, teachers and parents along the way. To upload bulk school or classroom entries please contact julia@smcevents.co.nz.

Prize giving

A virtual spot prize giving will take place following the completion of the TRY CHALLENGE. All registered entrants will have the chance to win some cool Weet-Bix merchandise packs plus other prizes too.

Need more information

For more information join the TRY CHALLENGE Facebook page. If you have any questions please contact our customer services team 0800 WEETBIX or tryathlon@sanitarium.co.nz. Call centre hours are Monday – Thursday 9am – 5pm & Friday 9am – 1pm.

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