Greek Pentathlon Training for Grades 5-8
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CLASS DESCRIPTION:
Students will train for discus, javelin, Greek wrestling, running, and long jump. This program will emphasize
safety as well as poise and grace throughout the training. Each week will include warm-ups, training and
practice in 1-2 events, and cool down/stretching. Ideal for those studying Greek Mythology and History, or for
those who have previously studied these subjects.
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. Minimum age is 10 years old.
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.
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. The event will be judged by trained volunteers
who will double as Greek gods. 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.
Click here for photos and description of 2008 WISH Pentathlon.
If you have questions, call Sandi at (916) 606-0799.
*Ancil Hoffman Park charges a $5 parking fee (waived with County Park Annual Pass). Or, you can park just
outside the park and walk in. We will meet at the first big grassy area located just past the kiosk.
**At Tahoe Park, we will meet near the sand volleyball court.
Class Schedule (Wednesdays):
Classes to be held at local parks in Carmichael and Sacramento.
GREEK PENTATHLON EVENT / POTLUCK
(will begin at 9:30 or 10:00 a.m, depending on number of participants;
events should be completed by 12 or 12:30, followed by Greek food potluck.)
Students will train for discus, javelin, Greek wrestling, running, and long jump. This program will emphasize
safety as well as poise and grace throughout the training. Each week will include warm-ups, training and
practice in 1-2 events, and cool down/stretching. Ideal for those studying Greek Mythology and History, or for
those who have previously studied these subjects.
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. Minimum age is 10 years old.
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.
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. The event will be judged by trained volunteers
who will double as Greek gods. 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.
Click here for photos and description of 2008 WISH Pentathlon.
If you have questions, call Sandi at (916) 606-0799.
*Ancil Hoffman Park charges a $5 parking fee (waived with County Park Annual Pass). Or, you can park just
outside the park and walk in. We will meet at the first big grassy area located just past the kiosk.
**At Tahoe Park, we will meet near the sand volleyball court.
Class Schedule (Wednesdays):
Classes to be held at local parks in Carmichael and Sacramento.
GREEK PENTATHLON EVENT / POTLUCK
(will begin at 9:30 or 10:00 a.m, depending on number of participants;
events should be completed by 12 or 12:30, followed by Greek food potluck.)
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The following information is representative of the Greek
Pentathlon training & event which is typically held in even-
numbered years. Send Sandi an e-mail if you are interested
in participation beginning January 2014.
TIMES: 10:00 a.m. -- 12 noon.
LOCATION: Ancil Hoffman Park, Carmichael (first 8 classes) and Tahoe
Park, Sacramento (last 4 classes). Final Event to be held at Tahoe Park.
CLASS FEE: $385 / $365 for Early Registration discount.
Pentathlon training & event which is typically held in even-
numbered years. Send Sandi an e-mail if you are interested
in participation beginning January 2014.
TIMES: 10:00 a.m. -- 12 noon.
LOCATION: Ancil Hoffman Park, Carmichael (first 8 classes) and Tahoe
Park, Sacramento (last 4 classes). Final Event to be held at Tahoe Park.
CLASS FEE: $385 / $365 for Early Registration discount.
