THE YOUTH TRIATHLON AND AQUATHON

TRiKC is excited to announce that in conjunction with the YMCA of North Kansas City we are bringing the youth of our community The Youth Triathlon on July 20, 2025. Giving every child the opportunity to experience swim, bike, run. Below are The Youth Triathlon distances and events.

Tri for Tots Course (Ages 1-6):  Swim: wade in the water (swim); Bike: .3-mile bike; Run: .2-mile run

Just Tri It (Ages 4-14): This non-competitive division provides an opportunity for everyone to have the chance to participate in a triathlon. The non-competitive division will start toward the end of the Sprint Course distance. This group is not eligible for competitive awards. Approved swim aids are allowed. The distance is 50-yard swim, 2.2km bike, .7km run.

Aquathon (Ages 7-14): This is a non-competitive event in which participants swim 50 yards and then run 1.4km. It is all about being introduced into participating in the exciting world of multisport. If you have a swimsuit, running shoes, and a positive attitude, you are ready to conquer this challenge. Looking forward to seeing the smile on your face when you cross the finish line and get your medal.

Sprint Course (Ages 8 and under): Swim: 50 yards; Bike: 2.2 km; Run: .7 km

Intermediate Course (Ages 9-10):  Swim: 100 yards; Bike: 4.5 km; Run: 1.4 km

Long Course (Ages 11-14): Swim: 200 yards; Bike: 8.3 km; Run: 2 km

CLICK HERE to register and for more information

Click Here to view the Course Maps

Click Here to view the Virtual Orientation Video (The information in this video is correct except that this year’s race date is 7.20.25)

Click Here to read the Athlete Information Packet

2025 Packet pick up for The Youth Triathlon will be at Blue Bike Health and Fitness from 4pm to 6pm on Friday, July 18, and 4p, to 6pm on Saturday, July 19 t the North Kansas City YMCA. Blue Bike is located in Red Bridge Shopping Center at 11128 Holmes Road, Kansas City, Mo 64131.

Click Here for the 2024 The Youth Triathlon Results

Click Here for the 2023 The Youth Triathlon Results

Click Here for the 2022 The Youth Triathlon Results

Photographs of the triathlon Zab Sports Photography. Click Here to view the photos.

Click Here for the 2021 The Youth Triathlon Results

For additional information about youth and junior triathlon, visit USA Triathlon.