The Race 4 Chase summer program honors the life of Chase Michael Anthony Kowalski, a first-grader who tragically lost his life in 2012 in Sandy Hook. He loved the triathlon and won the first youth triathlon he ever attempted.
This youth triathlon training program focuses on providing kids with a safe, healthy, non-competitive environment to discover the sport. In this program, participants strengthen their skills in swimming, biking, and running and also enjoy games for team building, learning about nutrition, and building a healthy lifestyle. The program runs from June 22-July 31, 2026. All participants are required to attend the R4C finale at YMCA Camp Sloper in Southington in August.
Space is limited. Pre-registration is required with athlete contract and formal paperwork to follow prior to the start of the program.
Registrants are required to register with USA Triathlon.
Each participant must provide their own bicycle (with gears) to be left at camp Monday-Friday.
AGES:
6-12
JUN 22-JUL 31, MON-FRI, 8:30AM-12:00PM
Practice at Outdoor Pool & Camp Mahackeno
COST:
Free
$10 membership fee to USAT for USA Triathlon membership
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITY
Help us keep Race 4 Chase an ongoing program in our community! If you or your company is interested in supporting this amazing program that positively develops youth in mind and body, please contact, info@cmakfoundation.org
RACE4CHASE CAMP TESTIMONIAL
“My 10 year old twins can’t stop talking about this summer’s Race4Chase camp at the Westport Weston Family Y. This is our second year participating and we love the program because I think it offers something more special than just the typical day camp . During the six-week period, the amazing stuff at the Y had made my kids’ summer time filled with fun while training for one of their most challenging races. From their first day of the program, my kids felt supported and encouraged at each point to become the stars of the show. They learned strength building, endurance, self–confidence, and a sense of independence but most importantly they made friends. I can’t stop thinking about my twins coming home sweaty and tired but with the biggest smiles on their faces because every day brought new achievements, created new memories.
If your kids want to have healthy, fun summer, learn or improve running, biking or swimming skills you should give your kid an opportunity and join the Race4Chase camp. It is such a wonderful and inspiring program in memory of Chase Kowalski. We as a family already super excited for the upcoming summer camp.