Adam Kourakis - Owner of Somersault Events

Adam Kourakis - Owner of Somersault Events

From Let's Take This Outside by Mary Anne Ivison

December 9, 2025 · 39 min · Episode 88

About this episode

Adam Kourakis discusses his journey with Somersault Events and the unique Winterlude Triathlon in Ottawa.

Today I’m joined by Adam Kourakis: lifelong athlete, race director, and co-owner of Somersault Events. Adam’s been part of Somersault for over 20 years. First as a volunteer, then an athlete, and now as the person leading one of Ontario’s most iconic race series. We talk about the Winterlude Triathlon, a one-of-a-kind event that could only happen in Ottawa, where athletes skate, ski, and run as part of the city’s Winterlude Festival. Adam shares how this 40-year-old tradition brings the community together, and what it means to celebrate sport in every season. BIO - Adam Kourakis I've been with Somersault for 22 years (and I'm only 34 years old now!). I was hooked on Somersault from my very first event. For over two decades, I've been at every Somersault race - as a volunteer, a participant, a sponsor (with my other business Velofix Ottawa), and now as the owner & Race Director. I'm a lifelong athlete who loves to swim, bike, run, ski, snowshoe, rock climb, ice skate, etc. I love being outdoors and I'm very grateful to have the opportunity to give others chances to enjoy outdoor events. I'm also a father to an energetic 18-month-old girl. Ellie might be young, but she's already…

People in this episode

Host: Mary Anne Ivison

Guest: Adam Kourakis

Topics covered

  • athletics
  • community events
  • winter sports
  • triathlons
  • outdoor activities

Keywords

  • Somersault Events
  • Winterlude Triathlon
  • Ottawa
  • athlete
  • community
  • outdoor events
  • race director

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Somersault Events

Places: Ottawa

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