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2nd Annual Deaconess Aquatic Center Kids Triathlon
Race Day Schedule & Important Information

Get ready for an exciting day of swimming, biking, and running at the 2nd Annual Deaconess Aquatic Center Kids Triathlon! Below you’ll find everything you need to know to prepare for race day—from schedules and distances to important guidelines for participants and families.

🏁 Race Day Schedule

10–12 Year Olds

  • 8:00 AM – Check-In
  • 8:45 AM – Pre-Race Meeting (by the finish line)
  • 9:00 AM – Race Begins
    (Swim start in the rec pool)

7–9 Year Olds

  • 9:00 AM – Check-In
  • 9:45 AM – Pre-Race Meeting (by the finish line)
  • 10:00 AM – Race Begins
    (Swim start in the rec pool)

5–6 Year Olds

  • 10:00 AM – Check-In
  • 10:45 AM – Pre-Race Meeting (by the finish line)
  • 11:00 AM – Race Begins
    (Swim start in the rec pool)

📏 Race Distances

  • Ages 5–6:
    25-yard swim, 1 bike loop (~0.75 mile), turnaround run (~0.25 mile)
  • Ages 7–9:
    50-yard swim, 2 bike loops (~1.5 mile), 1 run loop (~0.75 mile)
  • Ages 10–12:
    75-yard swim, 3 bike loops (~2.25 mile), 2 run loops (~1.5 mile)
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📌 Important Information

  • Transition areas will be divided by age group
  • Each child will receive a race bib — please attach it to their shirt for the bike and run
  • Parents may assist younger participants; however, no adult assistance is allowed for older age groups
  • All participants will receive a medal at the finish line (no official timing)
  • Helmets are required for all bike riders
  • Training wheels are allowed
  • Swag bags and shirts will be distributed at check-in
  • Volunteers will mark race numbers on participants’ arms
  • Swim start will be staggered (each child begins approximately every 10 seconds)
  • No riding bikes in transition — please walk bikes in and out
  • Locker rooms and restrooms are available inside the facility
  • No water stations on the course — refreshments will be available at the finish line
  • Event will take place rain or shine (severe weather updates will be sent via email)
  • Parking is available in the Otters lot next to the facility

🗺️ Course Prep

Please review the course map ahead of time and feel free to practice the route before race day. Be sure to check the facility schedule for rec pool availability if you plan to practice your swim.

🙌 Volunteers Needed!

We’re always grateful for extra helping hands! If you’d like to volunteer, please arrive at 7:00 AM on race day—we’d love to have you be part of this fun community event. If you’d like to volunteer, email Maria Heathcott at dacmastersswimming@ymcaswin.org.

We can’t wait to see all our young athletes at the starting line. Good luck, have fun, and enjoy the race!