Parents' Testimonials

 

"The entire experience was fantastic."

- Logan parent

 

  • "She had a great sense of achievement not only in finishing but in organising herself and her gear through the interchanges.  There was excitement of being part of a big event and doing something together as a family."
    - Sydney parent

  • "This experience benefited my child enormously. He did something out of his comfort zone, faced his nerves, and accomplished something he didn't know he could do. It has built his confidence in tackling new challenges in every area of his life."
    - Adelaide parent

  • "Our daughter has type 1 diabetes and we constantly reinforce that this should not stop her doing anything. Completing the TRYathlon gave her a sense of achievement and confirmed that diabetes shouldn't ever hold her back from pursuing her goals and doing what other non-diabetic children do."
    - Perth parent

  • "He was proud of himself and enjoyed participating with a lot of friends. He realised he can do more than he thinks and wants to do one every week. His face at the end said it all: 'that was awesome and I’m awesome!' "
    - Central Coast parent

  • "The most positive experience for both of us! Charlie faced a few fears and is a braver, more confident person for doing the TRYathlon. We'll be back next year."
    - Geelong parent

  • "He wasn't sure how he'd go, going into the event...but after he crossed the finished line, he said he really believed he could achieve anything by just committing to 'giving it his best'. "
    - Melbourne parent

 

  • "My daughter is very proud of her efforts in participating in the TRYathlon. This is the first time she has taken part in an event on her own. She has been wearing her medal continuously and hasn't yet scrubbed her numbers off her body. She's still enjoying the moment!"
    - Logan parent

  • "Loved the day. We couldn't believe how well organised the event was and appreciated that you take it to regional centres.  Participating and doing well will have a lasting impact on my daughter, who feels like a champion. We're very proud of her  'real medal'. "
    - Townsville parent

  • "Noah was so proud of himself for completing the TRYathlon. His family were overwhelmed by his effort, considering he had been ill in the weeks prior. His determination to complete the event demonstrated his capabilities to himself. If you think you can, you can!"
    - Central Coast parent

  • "Our child has never really been involved in this type of event before, and not really participated in regular sports. She now has signed up for soccer and has asked that we find her a summer team sport as well. Participation in the TRYathlon gave her a lot of physical confidence and encouraged her to get more involved in sports generally."
    - Sydney parent

  • "My nine year-old daughter has cerebral palsy - ataxia. She has limited opportunities to participate in sport where she doesn't have to be good. Although her brother encouraged her and help piggyback her through some of the run, she was was estatic when she ran across the line and received her medal. Not only did you give this little girl the confidence boost of a life time, you gave two very emotional parents such a sense of pride."
    - Logan parent

  • "The event made Christopher feel more positive about his physical abilities. He noted significant improvement from his performance last year."
    - Canberra parent
parent testimonials