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Spring fitness events
It’s spring, and that means there are so many fitness events on the calendar that I can’t blog about all of them. Here’s a sampling of some of the best:
- Free triathlon training clinics — Is that a triathlete you see in the mirror? Learn about what it’s like to train for a triathlon and what you’ll need to do to get started at a happy hour session hosted by Tri Zones featuring free beer and wine and a training clinic starting at 6 p.m. Monday, March 21 at Luke’s Locker, 115 Sandra Muraida Way. For more information call the store at 482-8676. Another training clinic is planned for 7 p.m. Monday, April 4, at REI Gateway, 9901 North Capitol of Texas Highway. For more information call the store at 343-5550.
- Bra fitting — Bra-fit expert June Fox from Moving Comfort will help fit women for bras from 5-8 p.m. Tuesday, March 22 at Title Nine Austin, 500 N. Lamar Blvd. RSVP at 322-9902. Nibbles provided. For more information go here.
- Springboard diving classes — West Austin Athletic Club dive coach Kathy Fox will host open dive classes for prospective athletes from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday, March 22 and 24 at WAAC, 1024 Patterson Road. Divers should wear a swimsuit and bring a towel. For more information contact Becky Shepard at 263-4282 or becky@wfly.com.
- Spartan Race — The Spartan Race, a 3-mile obstacle race with hurdles, a mud crawl, fire jump, Gladiator pit, water cannon and spear throw, will take place March 26 at Rocky Hill Ranch, 578 FM 153 in Smithville. Registration is $60 for individuals, $220 for teams of four or $500 for teams of 10 here.
- Colorado River Ramble — The non-profit Colorado River Foundation will host a canoe and kayak race on April 3. Competitions include a 5-mile recreational and 10-mile sport race, plus a 1.5-mile family fun paddle race. Registration is open at www.coloradoriver.org or by calling 512-498-1587. The race will be held in conjunction with the Annual Family Clean Water Festival at the Wilkerson Center for Colorado River Education at the LCRA Redbud Center. The festival is free; activities will include science experiments, fishing and kayak clinics, reptile and river bug shows, arts and crafts, games and more.
- Austin Autism Society Bike Ride — The fourth annual bike ride is scheduled for Sunday, April 3. Choose from a 2-mile family ride or rides of 9, 24, 41 or 64 miles. Adult registration is $35 ($50 for late entry) here.
- Shape Diva Dash — This 3-mile women’s only adventure obstacle run is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. Saturday, April 9 at Walter E. Long Park. Organizers say it’s a test of overall strength, agility, balance and stamina. Obstacle courses are thrown in for fun every half mile. Registration is $40 through March 27 (when it goes up to $45) here.
- Round Rock Express Ride — Jack & Adam’s Bicycles and High Five Events will present the inaugural Round Rock Express Ride on April 10. Bicyclists can choose from a 27 or 77-mile course through the rolling countryside around the Dell Diamond. Registration ranges from $37 to $55, depending on when you register and if you want to attend the Round Rock Express baseball game. A portion of proceeds will benefit Please Be Kind to Cyclists, which works to increase harmony between motorists and bicyclists on Central Texas roadways. For more information go here.
The above entry reflects a correction. The diving clinic at West Austin Athletic Club is from 4:30 to 6 p.m. March 22 and 24.
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