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As the summer holidays could start earlier due to the swine flu outbreak, now is the time to plan your summer sports classes.
Olympic sprinter Lai Chun-ho  and Hong Kong 200 metres record holder Tang Yik-chun  were both discovered during summer athletics courses. 
'The summer course I took a few years ago really ignited my passion in running. I didn't  get interested in sprinting until I started the class,' said Lai.
Athletics clubs are offering summer courses for people who are interested in track and field. This year is the 20th anniversary of Watsons Athletic Club,  which Lai represents. The club has invited lots of experienced coaches to host its summer classes. If you would like to train with the stars, visit http://wac.aswatson.com.  The deadline is July 3.
If you are not into sports on land, you might like to try  sailing on the open sea. The Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club (RHKYC)  is offering summer training courses for different age groups. 
There are courses to suit people of different levels. Most  courses start early next month.  For more information, check out www.rhkyc.org.hk.  
For people who really want to challenge themselves, the gruelling triathlon is the best choice. This year Hong Kong Triathlon Association  has appointed Hong Kong's top triathlete Daniel Lee Chi-wo and star swimmer and Olympian Sherry Tsai Hiu-wai  as ambassadors to promote the sport in the community.
Lee explained why he switched from swimming to triathlon. 
'Because triathlon includes swimming, cycling and running, each category has its interesting and attractive points. It's great that I can develop three skills by taking part in only one sport,' he said.
The association organises  courses such as its grassroots development programme and young athlete triathlon training scheme each summer. 
For more details, visit www.triathlon.com.hk.



Holidays bring a sporting chance