Life Time - Kids Triathlon

1. What do I need to bring for my child?
2. How do I register my child?
3. What should my child expect during the swim portion of the race?
4. What should my child expect during the bike portion of the race?
5. What should my child expect during the run portion of the race?
6. As a parent, can I help my child in the transition area or run alongside them during the event?
7. What kind of bike can my child ride?
8. What if I cannot attend the Practice and Informational Meeting?
9. Will there be chip timing?
10. Will there be race photos?
11. Will there be prizes?
12. Will you accept late registrations?
13. What does my child need for the transition area between events?
14. Can my child wear a swim vest? Will there be lifeguards?
15. Will there be traffic on the route?
16. What happens at the end of the event?

Each athlete will need:

• Swimsuit
• Goggles
• Bike
• Bike helmet
• Biking and running clothes
• Water bottle for transition area

At check-in, each participant will receive a swim cap, race number (with pins to attach to clothing) and a race day program listing start times for each athlete.

Registration is only available through this website. Simply click the location below where you want to register. Online registration will close one week before the event.

The swim will take place at either the indoor or outdoor Life Time Fitness lap pool. Athletes will start in the water — no dive starts allowed. Waves of 10 athletes will start every 3–4 minutes with 2 swimmers in each of the 5 lanes. Swimmers will start at the same end, at the same time. A race program will be provided showing wave numbers and start times for all athletes. Check your individual event webpage to find out the start order by age for your location.

Athletes will enter the transition area from the swim and prepare for the bike leg. Bikes will be staged in the T-area in marked rows so participants can easily locate their bike. You will receive a helmet number sticker that must be applied to the front of each bike helmet. Helmets must be put on AND BUCKLED before the athletes grab their bike. Bikes must be WALKED in the transition area and volunteers will let the riders know when they may get on and begin riding.

After the bike segment, athletes must return their bikes to the SAME location in the transition area. Bike helmets should be removed and volunteers will help direct athletes to the RUN OUT path to begin the last leg of the race. A water station will be available for the athletes as they exit the T-area. All runners must display their race number on the FRONT of their body — either pinned to their shirt, shorts or attached to a race belt.

Parents will only be allowed in the transition in the morning before the event begins to help set up their athlete’s bike and run items. Once the event begins, the transition area will be closed to all family and friends. Only athletes and volunteers will be allowed in the T-area during the event. Volunteers will be available to help tie shoes, buckle helmets and direct the kids where to go. Family and friends can connect with the athlete after they have crossed the finish line and received their medal.

All bikes are allowed, as long as they are in safe, working condition. No training wheels will be allowed.

The information meetings are not mandatory. They are offered to help answer questions, explain the course and ease any anxiety on the part of the participant (and the parents) on race morning. If you can’t attend but have questions, email kidstri@lifetimefitness.com

Yes, we will be using chip timing for all the events. You will be able to view final times and splits following the race.

Yes, professional photos will be available from ASI

Every young triathlete will receive a finisher’s medal when they cross the finish line. Overall awards will be given to the top three finishers in each gender and class. Ages 7–8, 9–10, 11–12, 13-–14.

No. Registration will close one week out from each event or when full. There will NOT be race day registration.

Most participants need a towel, water bottle, socks, shoes, and bike helmet. Boys will want a shirt to put on after the swim and if girls want to wear shorts or a shirt over their swimsuits they should remember to bring those items. Volunteers will be available to assist athletes in transition with tying shoes, buckling bike helmets or any other needs.

Yes, swim vests are allowed. Arm floats and other flotation devices are not allowed. There will be lifeguards on duty.

No. The race takes place on paved roads, sidewalks or trails around Life Time Fitness. There will be volunteers and officials spread along the course to ensure the safety of the athletes.

There will be free food and drinks for participants and an awards ceremony post race.

More questions?
For more information contact kidstri@lifetimefitness.com or 800-430-5433 ext. 100228