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HOLIDAY CLASSIC
Triathlon, Aquabike & Duathlon

Saturday, December 14, 2024 • 8:00 am

Welcome to the 24th Annual Anthem Holiday Classic! This popular sprint triathlon is held in a great location on a fun, fast course. Consisting of a 400m heated pool swim, a fast 20km course and a 5km run to the finish, Holiday Classic is a great way to finish your 2024 season.

VOLUNTEERS
We couldn’t do it without you! If you are interested in volunteering for this or any other event please contact volunteer@4peaksracing.com

SPONSORSHIP
For information on sponsorship and having a booth at this event please contact sponsorship@4peaksracing.com

DISTANCES
ADULT TRIATHLON & RELAY
Swim 400m pool swim
Bike 20km (3 loops)
Run 5km

AQUABIKE
Swim 400m pool swim
Bike 20km (3 loops)

DUATHLON
Run 5km
Bike 20km (3 loops)
Run 5km

YOUTH TRIATHLON
Ages 14 and under
Swim 200m pool swim
Bike 4.5 miles
Run 1/2 mile

RACER AMENITIES
Race long sleeve hoodie by District
Post-race refreshments
Finisher medals for all participants
Awards for top 3 per category

COST
There is an option during registration to receive $10 off by selecting No Hoodie. Select No Hoodie under the size option, then enter the code NOHOODIE during checkout for $10 off registration. Does not apply to relays

ADULTS (Triathlon, aquabike & duathlon)
$85 prior to 11:59 p.m. September 30
$95 prior to 11:59 p.m. October 31
$105 prior to 11:59 p.m. November 24
$115 prior to 11:59 p.m. December 8
$125 until 6:00 pm December 13

YOUTH
$55 prior to 11:59 p.m. September 30
$60 prior to 11:59 p.m. October 31
$65 prior to 11:59 p.m. November 24
$70 prior to 11:59 p.m. December 8
$75 until 6:00 pm December 13

RELAY (either 2 or 3 athletes)
$125 prior to 11:59 p.m. October 31
$150 prior to 11:59 p.m. November 24
$175 prior to 11:59 p.m. December 8
$200 until 6:00 pm December 13

USA TRIATHLON
Holiday Classic is sanctioned by USA Triathlon (USAT), the governing body of multisport in North America. One of the many roles played by USAT is that of insurance provider for this race. As such USAT requires that every participant be either (1) an annual member, or (2) purchase a one day membership. Memberships can be purchased during online registration.

PARKING
Anthem Community Center
41130 N Freedom Way
Anthem AZ 85086

That lot does fill up. Parking is also available at The Anthem Community Park (access from Gavillan Peak Parkway between Anthem Way & Whitman and walk across the bridge to the community center)

SCHEDULE
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 10
Confirmation email to all registered participants

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12
Optional packet pickup at Moxie Multisport
3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Moxie Multisport
2952 N. Hayden Rd
Scottsdale AZ 85251

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14
6:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Packet and timing chip pick up at The Anthem Community Center.
7:45 a.m. Male athletes (individual triathlon only) that anticipate taking over 2 hours to complete triathlon
7:55 a.m. Duathlon start
8:00 a.m. Men’s triathlon and aquabike swim start (fastest to slowest)
8:45 a.m. Female athletes (individual triathlon only) that anticipate taking over 2 hours to complete triathlon
9:00 a.m. Women’s triathlon, relays and aquabike swim start (fastest to slowest)
9:45 a.m. Men’s and duathlon (individual and relay) award ceremony
10:15 a.m. Youth Triathlon
10:30 a.m. No new bike laps
10:45 a.m. Women’s and relay’s award ceremony
11:00 a.m. Top 3 boys and girls award ceremony

RACE TIMING
This event will be chip timed by 4 Peaks Racing using triathlon chips. Lost or unreturned chips will be charged to the athlete. Chips should be worn on your left ankle and must be returned at the finish.

AWARDS
Overall awards will be given to the top three male and female finishers. Age group awards will be awarded to the top three male and female finishers per the following age groups:
10-14
15-19
20-24
25-29
30-34
35-39
40-44
45-49
50-54
55-59
60-64
65-69
70-74
75-79
80+
Awards will also be given to the top three finishers in the following categories:
Youth triathlon
Clydesdale (Men 220 +lbs)
Athena (Women 165+ lbs)
Duathlon
Aquabike

SWIM START
We will start the swim fastest to slowest. There will be signs around the pool representing your estimated swim time. Please seed yourself accordingly.

AQUABIKE
Final time for aquabike participants will be calculated at BIKE IN. Once you have finished please make your way to the finish line in your own time to collect your medal, grab a drink and return your timing chip.

SITE MAP

COURSE
SWIM (Pool is heated)
Each athlete will be started one at a time with a 15 second gap. Enter the pool feet first. No diving! Up lane 1, under the lane lines, down lane 2, under the lane lines, up lane 3, etc. On completing the 8 lanes in the pool you will have done 200 yds. and will need to return to the swim start for a second loop. As you reenter the pool the starter will give you the right of way over athletes waiting to start.

BIKE – 20km
There will be a designated lane separating bike traffic from vehicular traffic around the entire course.
Three loops for adults
One loop for the kids

Holiday Classic Bike Route

RUN – 5km
Out and back

YOUTH RUN – 1/2 Mile
Out and back

Details

Date:
Saturday, December 14, 2024
Time:
8:00 am
Event Categories:
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Venue

Anthem Community Center
41130 N Freedom Way
Anthem, AZ 85086 United States
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