Greek Pentathlon Training for Grades 5-8
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The Greek Pentathlon Training is an experiential program. Student
athletes will train in the 5 traditional athletic events in preparation for a
community festival, offered in the spirit of the ancient Greek Pentathlon.
GRADES/AGES: This class is specifically designed for Grades 5-8. Students need
to be a minimum of 10 years old to participate.
DATES: 12 Training Sessions on Wednesdays, beginning January 16.
(See detailed schedule below.)
Pentathlon Final Event / Festival: May 15
TIME: 10:00 a.m. -- 12 noon.
LOCATION: ___________________ Park, and ___________ Park,
Sacramento. Final Event to be held at ___________.
CLASS FEE: $365 (includes materials). Fee reduced to $345 if registration
received by _________. Registrations received after __________, incur a $20
surcharge. (Class fee covers the 12 weeks of training. The Pentathlon itself is a
community event coordinated by volunteers and parents.)
CLASS DESCRIPTION:
Students will train for discus, javelin, Greek wrestling, running, and running long
jump. The program emphasizes safety as well as poise and grace throughout the
training. Each week will include warm-ups, training and practice in the various
events, and cool down/stretching. Ideal for those studying Greek Mythology and
History, or for those who have previously studied these subjects.
Student athletes will train in 5 traditional athletic events in preparation for a
Greek Pentathlon.
Requirements: Students should come ready for active participation wearing
appropriate clothing and footwear (athletic shoes). Bring water and light snacks.
Bring a positive attitude. Attendance is very important as we will be learning
important safety and skill techniques during each class.
Expectations outside of class time: Students should practice what they have
learned in class. Students will be given materials to make a javelin (long dowel)
and will need to complete carving of the tip at home under parental supervision.
Students may be given one or two other simple assignments in preparation for
their participation in the Pentathlon.
The Training will culminate in a Pentathlon Event in the Spring. This is a
community oriented event and will require parent participation (see below).
Judges will preside over the event as Greek gods/goddesses. Awards will be
given not only for "furthest & fastest," etc., but also for those demonstrating the
most grace, beauty and poise in each event -- true to the ancient observance of
the Games. The athletes will dress in simple attire (readily available at home)
reflective of ancient Greek times; younger siblings (pre-school age) are welcome
to come dressed as cherubs. The athletic events will take place in the morning,
followed by a Greek potluck lunch. Parents, friends and family are all welcome to
attend to cheer on the athletes.
Parent Participation: Parents should be prepared to help the week before the
event and the day of the event. We will need assistance with laying out the
field/markers; we will need some help with measurement, keeping time and other
tasks. In addition, parental participation in our Greek potluck lunch will add
greatly to the festivities. We will also need some light, nutritious snacks for the
athletes the morning of the event.
If you have questions, call Sandi at (916) 606-0799.
Class Schedule (Wednesdays):
Jan. 16-30 (3 days) --
Feb. 6-27 (4 days) --
Mar. 6 & 13 (2 days) --
Mar. 20 (1 day) --
Apr. 10 & 17 (2 days) --
April 3 & 24 and May 8 (reserved as rain make-up dates if needed)
May 8 -- Parent/volunteer training & preparation day at ____________ (held at
12 noon if the morning is needed for make-up training date).
May 15, 9:30 a.m. GREEK PENTATHLON FINAL EVENT / POTLUCK
athletes will train in the 5 traditional athletic events in preparation for a
community festival, offered in the spirit of the ancient Greek Pentathlon.
GRADES/AGES: This class is specifically designed for Grades 5-8. Students need
to be a minimum of 10 years old to participate.
DATES: 12 Training Sessions on Wednesdays, beginning January 16.
(See detailed schedule below.)
Pentathlon Final Event / Festival: May 15
TIME: 10:00 a.m. -- 12 noon.
LOCATION: ___________________ Park, and ___________ Park,
Sacramento. Final Event to be held at ___________.
CLASS FEE: $365 (includes materials). Fee reduced to $345 if registration
received by _________. Registrations received after __________, incur a $20
surcharge. (Class fee covers the 12 weeks of training. The Pentathlon itself is a
community event coordinated by volunteers and parents.)
CLASS DESCRIPTION:
Students will train for discus, javelin, Greek wrestling, running, and running long
jump. The program emphasizes safety as well as poise and grace throughout the
training. Each week will include warm-ups, training and practice in the various
events, and cool down/stretching. Ideal for those studying Greek Mythology and
History, or for those who have previously studied these subjects.
Student athletes will train in 5 traditional athletic events in preparation for a
Greek Pentathlon.
Requirements: Students should come ready for active participation wearing
appropriate clothing and footwear (athletic shoes). Bring water and light snacks.
Bring a positive attitude. Attendance is very important as we will be learning
important safety and skill techniques during each class.
Expectations outside of class time: Students should practice what they have
learned in class. Students will be given materials to make a javelin (long dowel)
and will need to complete carving of the tip at home under parental supervision.
Students may be given one or two other simple assignments in preparation for
their participation in the Pentathlon.
The Training will culminate in a Pentathlon Event in the Spring. This is a
community oriented event and will require parent participation (see below).
Judges will preside over the event as Greek gods/goddesses. Awards will be
given not only for "furthest & fastest," etc., but also for those demonstrating the
most grace, beauty and poise in each event -- true to the ancient observance of
the Games. The athletes will dress in simple attire (readily available at home)
reflective of ancient Greek times; younger siblings (pre-school age) are welcome
to come dressed as cherubs. The athletic events will take place in the morning,
followed by a Greek potluck lunch. Parents, friends and family are all welcome to
attend to cheer on the athletes.
Parent Participation: Parents should be prepared to help the week before the
event and the day of the event. We will need assistance with laying out the
field/markers; we will need some help with measurement, keeping time and other
tasks. In addition, parental participation in our Greek potluck lunch will add
greatly to the festivities. We will also need some light, nutritious snacks for the
athletes the morning of the event.
If you have questions, call Sandi at (916) 606-0799.
Class Schedule (Wednesdays):
Jan. 16-30 (3 days) --
Feb. 6-27 (4 days) --
Mar. 6 & 13 (2 days) --
Mar. 20 (1 day) --
Apr. 10 & 17 (2 days) --
April 3 & 24 and May 8 (reserved as rain make-up dates if needed)
May 8 -- Parent/volunteer training & preparation day at ____________ (held at
12 noon if the morning is needed for make-up training date).
May 15, 9:30 a.m. GREEK PENTATHLON FINAL EVENT / POTLUCK
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View more photos of the 2012 Pentathlon on the WLR Facebook page. |
| The gods and their entourage approach the playing field. |
Athletes recite their odes to the gods
before throwing the discus.
before throwing the discus.
| The Greek Pentathlon Training is held in even-numbered years. The program described below gives an approximate idea of the commitment time and fees required for participation. |