Read on to find about this exciting, upcoming sporting event to be held at Westlake Park.

On Thursday, August 17th, Mr Forman and Mr Hillary are heading down to Westlake Park. With us, we are looking to take a large group of Yr 4-8 students keen to run/bike and run around Westlake Park.

This is an annual event on our sport calendar, and eagerly anticipated by students.

It is an opt-in individual event only in that we are only taking students who sign up for the event. Each student must run/bike and run the course; there is no team event.

Year 4 students will join us this year, but unfortunately, they are unable to be selected for the Canterbury Primary Schools Canterbury Duathlon held at Ruapuna raceway on Monday, September 4th. It is restricted to Yr 5 and above.

For Year 5-8 students, the first 6 boys and 6 girls in each year level is eligible compete at the Canterbury schools event. 

Timetable:

Please see attached information sheet / event schedule. We will endeavour to stick as close to this as possible.

Parent Helpers:

We need your help with walking students to and from Westlake Park. We are also looking for parents/caregivers who can help out at the event (usually directing athletes towards the finish line or at the finish line). 

Please email Grant @ grant.forman@oaklands.school.nz if you are keen, or would like more information.

Sport mufti:

Students should come to school in sport mufti ready for a day of action. Students should wear their HOUSE t-shirts. There will be many House points on offer.

Bikes:

Please ensure your child's bike has fully functioning brakes, the seat is at the right height and that your child has a bike helmet. We will have a bike pump available on the day. 

Medication:

With an activity such as the run/bike/run it is very important that students who require medication - especially inhalers - have this with them. Please ensure any medication is named.

Supporters:

We would love to have you join us and cheer us on. We look forward to seeing many of you there.