UPDATE Aug. 2, 2014 / Oh! What a beautiful day for fun and games! Early this morning Sean Hastings, Go Ballistic Events Co-Founder; Tim Belgio of Belgio’s Catering and members of the Naperville Park Police were getting set to begin the event featuring an obstacle race for kids, teens, families and individuals with special needs.
With a focus on safety and fun, the event begins at 9AM Sat., Aug. 2, at Frontier Park, 3380 Cedar Glade Drive (south off 95th Street), with entertaining and challenging obstacles continuing throughout the day. The event wraps up with mixed waves from noon to 2PM.
For all the info and schedules, visit GoBallisticEvents.com. Spectators and cheers welcome!
As all ages and skill levels lined up to check in and register at 8:15AM, participants were filled with enthusiastic anticipation.
For all the info and schedules, visit GoBallisticEvents.com. Spectators and cheers welcome!
Original Post / July 10, 2014 / Calling all kids and teens ages 5-18. Have you seen the obstacle races on TV? Now you have a chance to get in the action by participating in the Spartan JV and Varsity Challenge on August 2 at Frontier Park. This event focuses on kids, teens, families, and special needs youth.
The JV course is 2K and the Varsity course is 4K and includes several obstacles like skully walls, combat crawl, tires and “da washer.” The course will test your upper body, lower body, core strength, endurance and fun meter.
To help train for this event our Naperville Y’s are offering two free training classes. Our certified fitness staff will guide you through exercise stations and obstacles that will help prepare you for this event. Information for training events at: www.fryymca.org.
Free Training Dates
Fry Family YMCA
6:30-7:30PM Wed., July 16
Kroehler YMCA
6:30-7:30PM Wed., July 30
Sean Hastings, Go Ballistic Events Co-Founder, chose the YMCA as a nonprofit partner in this inaugural year. When you register using the code “YMCA2014” you will receive a 25 percent discount and 5 percent of your registration fee will be donated to the Y. There is also an opportunity to make a donation directly to the YMCA through the registration page.
This event aligns with the YMCA’s mission to develop strong children and families through the pillar of fitness and healthy living.
Richard Louv, author of Last Child in the Woods, coined the term “Nature Deficit Disorder” (not a medical condition). Louv says we have entered a new era of suburban sprawl that restricts outdoor play, in conjunction with a plugged-in culture that draws kids indoors. Some children adapt. Those who don’t develop the symptoms of NDD, which include attention problems, obesity, anxiety and depression.
Let’s encourage our kids to get out and play at this fun event. For more information or to register go to www.goballisticevents.com.
