Hood County YMCA Kids Triathlon

Events

Mini-Tri Division : Kids Race
Triathlon : Ages 5 & up; swim 25 yards, bike 1.5 miles, run 1/2 mile
Junior Division : Kids Race
Triathlon : Ages 6-10; swim 75 yards, bike 2.5 miles, run 3/4 mile
Senior Division : Kids Race
Triathlon : Swim 150 yards, bike 5 miles, run 1 mile
  • Race Date: Sunday, August 9, 2015
  • Start Time: 9:00 am
  • Entry Fee:$30-$35 depending on registration date
  • Location:Dana Vollmer Municipal Swim Center
  • Address: 400 North Park Street
  • City/State/Zip:Granbury, Texas 76048
  • Country: USA

Hood County YMCA Kids Triathlon

Triathlon is one of the fastest-growing sports in the world, and kid’s triathlons are a vital part of this trend.  There is no better way for a child to experience the benefits of a healthy lifestyle focused on hard work, daily exercise and good nutrition.  Every triathlon consists of 4 components- swimming, biking, running and transitions.  The course is designed to be challenging, yet achievable, even for the first-timers.  Plus, the safety of your child is priority during the triathlon.  With the help of amazing staff and volunteers, we go to great lengths to make the course as safe as possible. Each child will be chip-timed and walk away with a medal around his or her neck.  Awards will also be given to the top finishers in each age group.

Course Information:

Course Info (distances are approximate)

• Mini-Tri Division:  Ages 5 & up; swim 25 yards, bike 1.5 miles, run 1/2 mile

• Junior Division:  Ages 6-10; swim 75 yards, bike 2.5 miles, run 3/4 mile

• Senior Division:  Ages 11-15; swim 150 yards, bike 5 miles, run 1 mile

Mini Tri division is designed to engage those who may be unsure or hesitant on doing their first triathlon. Support is provided every step of the way to ensure safety, comfort, and success for even our youngest athletes!

Registration is required and space is limited to 125 participants. Registration Deadline to guarantee shirt size is July 22, 2015. Race Registration Closes Saturday August 8, 2015 at 5 p.m. 

What to bring and Transition Area Information

  • Swimsuit
  • Goggles/swim cap (optional)
  • Bike/tire pump
  • Helmet (participants will NOT be allowed to bike without a helmet)
  • Sunscreen
  • Towel to dry off with after the swim
  • Clothes to bike/run in
  • Socks and shoes to bike/run in

The transition area is where the participants place their bikes, helmet, shoes, clothes, etc., in one area. Please plan ahead to come early so participants can set up before opening ceremony. Participants must first check-in at packet pick up before heading to transition. Kids should be sure to bring EVERYTHING with them to transition that they will need during the race (towel, bicycle, helmet, shoes, socks, etc.).

Event Schedule

  • 7:30 a.m. Packet Pick-up & Transition Opens
  • 8:00 a.m. Sunrise Church Service
  • 8:45 a.m. Transition Closes
  • 9:00 a.m. Opening Ceremony
  • 9:10 a.m. First Wave of Senior Division
  • Waves will continue in 10 minute intervals
  • 11:00 a.m. Closing & Awards Ceremony (after last participant finishes)

More Information

-For safety reasons, we start with the older divisions first and progressively work our way to the youngest division. It's important that your child start with their age division.

-The event will have medical staff available in the event of an emergency

Directions:

Location and Parking

The event will take place at both the Dana Vollmer Municipal Swim Center and Granbury City Park. Arrival time is suggested between 7:30-8:30 a.m. with transition closing at 8:45 a.m. Parking will be available around the Swim Center and City Park. The front part of the parking lot at the Swim Center will be closed off for transition, however the back part of the lot will be open.

Please note that parents will not be allowed in the swim area. This area will be designated for athletes, volunteers, lifeguards and chip timing staff. This will help cut down on confusion and increase safety! There is a fence around the swim area that has a great view of the pool area, so feel free to bring lawn chairs to set up around the park!

Other Info:

Kids Triathlon Clinics

Prior to race day there will be several trianing clinics to help teach skills to new participants and fine tune skills of those who have participated in a triathlon before! No experience needed, just a readiness to have fun and give it a try!

Training Clinics at Hood County YMCA

Registration Fee: $10 Members/$20 Non-members

• Saturday, June 27, 2015: 9am-12pm    

• Saturday, July 11, 2015: 9am-12pm

• Saturday, July 18, 2015: 9am-12pm

• Saturday, July 25, 2015: 9am-12pm

Call 817-573-7159 for more information

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