CENTRAL – Southern Wesleyan University held its very first Youth Triathlon Camp July 31 through Aug. 3 on its Central campus, introducing youngsters in elementary through middle-school ages to the Triathlon lifestyle.
The campers got a taste of what it means to be a triathlete while going through bicycling and running drills. They also had a day to focus on swimming drills at the nearby Central-Clemson Recreation Center.
The university is also in the early phases of growing its Triathlon team, one of just 13 varsity programs in the nation among NCAA Division 1, 2 and 3. The university is recruiting triathletes and preparing for competition, which will start in September.
Southern Wesleyan University Triathlon Coach Jamie Church watches as campers maneuver through an obstacle course during the university’s first Youth Triathlon Camp, held July 31 through Aug. 3 at the Central campus.