{"id":23733,"date":"2018-11-05T23:53:44","date_gmt":"2018-11-05T21:53:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/sport\/?p=23733"},"modified":"2018-11-05T23:53:44","modified_gmt":"2018-11-05T21:53:44","slug":"aitsa-and-prochorus-set-to-shine-at-origin-of-trails","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/sport\/press-release\/aitsa-and-prochorus-set-to-shine-at-origin-of-trails\/","title":{"rendered":"Aitsa and Prochorus set to shine at Origin Of Trails"},"content":{"rendered":"

The organisers of South Africa\u2019s premier 2-day MTB Experience, the Origin Of Trails MTB Experience are proud to continue supporting the Aitsa After Care Centre <\/strong>and Prochorus<\/strong> at the 2018 event that will take place in Stellenbosch on Saturday, 24 and Sunday, 25 November 2018.<\/p>\n

Founded in 2014 the Aitsa After Care Centre<\/strong> strives to expose children to fun activities and programs in an alternative home environment where they feel loved and special.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe offer meals, sport, chess, choir, drama, e-learning, mathematics, reading programmes, homework assistance, counselling, parent support groups and life skills training to name just a few,\u201d says Marietjie Steyn, Aitsa After Care Centre Founder\/Director.\u00a0 \u201cIt is such a privilege to be involved with the Origin Of Trails.\u00a0 The route goes through our valley, where the parents work and children go to school.\u00a0 It makes sense for the two entities to take hands and make a difference.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cBy being involved with the Origin Of Trails we gain exposure to a larger audience,\u201d continues Steyn.\u00a0 \u201cOn entering the 2018 event riders can choose to support the Aitsa After Care Centre.\u00a0 <\/strong>This year each entrant will receive an Aitsa Armband in their race pack.\u00a0 The armband was beaded by local Stellenbosch ladies and has an invitation attached for riders to sponsor a child in the Aitsa programme.\u00a0 Exciting news from our side is that we have started an Aitsa mountain bike initiative that includes 20 children.\u00a0 We would love to bring them to the event to be inspired and to dream about their future and the endless possibilities.\u201d\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Riders wanting to support the Aitsa After Care Centre <\/strong>can do so by either making a donation when entering the 2018 event or by supporting their sponsor a child programme for R300 per month.\u00a0 For more information visit www.aitsa.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Started in 1996, Prochorus <\/strong>is a community-based organisation that offers sustainable programmes to ensure that every person has the opportunity to reach their full potential socially, spiritually, intellectually, physically and emotionally. Through its various programmes, Prochorus journeys with individuals, families and communities from pre-school, right through their educational pathway during school years, supporting the poorest and vulnerable towards an interdependent and sustainable future.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are proud to be involved with Origin Of Trails,\u201d says Jan Scannell, Prochorus Managing Director.\u00a0 \u201cOur Jonkershoek development cycling project beneficiaries will participate both in the mountain bike experience and trail run.\u00a0 The event allows the children to be part of something big, and gives them the opportunity to dream of things possible, which they might not have seen in the past. Our riders and runners will get to test their strength and various skills learned on and off the bike. The social engagement with other participants is important as a bridge builder on many levels. It improves their social skills and confidence in general.\u201d<\/p>\n

Riders wanting to volunteer their skill and join in on training rides to help build the lives of these youngsters can contact Jan Scannell directly via jan.scannell@prochorus.org<\/a>\u00a0 For more information on Prochorus <\/strong>visit www.prochorus.org<\/u><\/p>\n

An additional way to support both the Aitsa After Care Centre <\/strong>and Prochorus <\/strong>is through product donations.\u00a0 There will be an Aitsa After Care Centre <\/strong>bin at registration where children\u2019s second hand bicycles,\u00a0cycling clothes, gloves and gear can be dropped off, while cycling equipment and\/or bicycle donations for Prochorus<\/strong> can be dropped at Flandria Cycles in Stellenbosch.<\/p>\n

EVENT INFORMATION<\/u><\/strong>:\u00a0 <\/strong><\/p>\n

Date:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong>Saturday, 24 November 2018\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Venue:<\/strong><\/td>\nCoetzenburg Sports Fields (Stellenbosch)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Event:<\/strong><\/td>\nStage One<\/strong> \/ Origin Of Trails MTB Experience<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Start Time:<\/strong><\/td>\n07:00 \u2013 Long Route \/ +- 55km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\n07:40 \u2013 Short Route \/ +- 30km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\n08:20 \u2013 Fun Ride \/ +- 10km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

\u00a0<\/strong>Date:<\/strong>\u00a0 Sunday, 25 November 2018\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Venue:<\/strong><\/td>\nCoetzenburg Sports Fields (Stellenbosch)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Event:<\/strong><\/td>\nOrigin Of Trails Trail Run<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\n12km \u2013 15km (Long) \/ R150<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\n5km (Short) \/ R100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Start Time:<\/strong><\/td>\n06:45<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\n\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Event:<\/strong><\/td>\nStage Two <\/strong>\/ Origin Of Trails MTB Experience<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Start Time:<\/strong><\/td>\n07:00 \u2013 Long Route \/ +- 55km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\n07:40 \u2013 Short Route \/ +- 30km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

SPECIALIZED BIKE up for grabs<\/u>:<\/strong>\u00a0 One lucky Origin Of Trails MTB Experience rider will take home an awesome Specialized Stumpjumper FSR ST to the value of R30\u00a0000 the weekend of Saturday, 24 and Sunday, 25 November 2018 compliments of the event\u2019s bicycle partner.\u00a0 We will post a riddle to social media.\u00a0 If correctly solved, riders will know where to take a photograph on route during Day 1.\u00a0 These photographs need to be shared to Instagram.\u00a0 Don\u2019t forget to tag @specializedza.\u00a0 The winner will be announced during prize giving after Day Two.<\/p>\n

WIN with Aramex SA<\/u>: <\/strong>\u00a0Aramex SA, the courier partner of the 2018 event, will give away a prize to the whopping value of R5000.\u00a0 To stand a chance to win, Origin Of Trails MTB Experience long<\/u> and short <\/u>route riders will receive an armband with perforated bike number when they collect their race packs from the Coetzenburg Sports Field (opposite the netball courts) on Friday, 23 November 2018 (between 12:00 \u2013 18:00) and on Saturday, 24 November 2018 (between 05h30 – 06h00).\u00a0 The perforated bike number needs to be placed in the Aramex box that will be stationed somewhere on the Stage One route.\u00a0 Keep a look out!<\/p>\n

FALKE Foot Zone<\/u>:\u00a0 <\/strong>All entrants (runners and mountain bikers) are invited to visit the Falke Foot Zone once they\u2019ve crossed the finish line for a free Falke leg and foot massage.\u00a0 All riders taking on the Origin Of Trails MTB Experience long and short route will receive a pair of Falke socks in their race packs.<\/p>\n

RUNNER’S REST<\/u>:\u00a0 <\/strong>The team from Runner\u2019s Rest will be in action at the 2018 Origin Of Trails MTB Experience and Origin Of Trails Trail Run (Friday to Sunday).\u00a0 Runners Rest is a Specialist Running store that focuses on catering for the individual needs of runners.\u00a0 Services include performing a well-developed analysis routine through which numerous factors are considered including running form, balance characteristics, history of injuries, training terrain and personal distance goals.\u00a0 Runner\u2019s Rest strives to match the correct product to each client\u2019s specific needs. Be sure to visit the Runner\u2019s Rest Stand for a Free Foot Analysis<\/strong>!<\/p>\n

Best Dressed Competition<\/u>:\u00a0 <\/strong>One lucky rider will win his\/her weight in beer with Flying Fish Chill Lite.\u00a0 All that you need to do is \u201cdress to impress\u201d on Saturday, 24 November 2018.\u00a0 The rider with the most memorable outfit will be announced during Prize Giving on Sunday, 25 November 2018.\u00a0 <\/strong><\/p>\n

LIVE MUSIC<\/u><\/strong>:\u00a0 <\/strong>Celebrating its 6th<\/sup> anniversary in Stellenbosch on Saturday, 24 and Sunday, 25 November 2018 the Origin Of Trails MTB Experience will boast live performances by two prominent South African bands:\u00a0 BrotherBrother (on Saturday) and Stone Jets (on Sunday).<\/p>\n

Like our Facebook page:<\/strong>\u00a0 Stillwater MTB Events<\/a><\/p>\n

Follow us on Twitter:<\/strong>\u00a0 @OriginOfTrails<\/a><\/p>\n

For more information or to enter the Origin Of Trails Trail Run and\/or Origin Of Trails MTB Experience please visit www.stillwatersports.com<\/u><\/a>, contact Stillwater Sports on 082\u00a0991 0045 or email entries@stillwatersports.com<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n

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