If you are unable to attend registration on Friday, August 16, you will need to arrive early on race day to take care of helmet inspection and have your race number written on your athlete.
| Date | Saturday, August 17, 2024 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Start times |
8:30am – 6-8 yr. old event begins 9:00am – 9-11 yr. old event begins 9:30am – 12-14 yr. old event begin |
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Pricing & Registration |
REGISTRATION CLOSED! (RACE FULL) Click here to sign up to volunteer | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Pre-Race Check-In (Required) |
Check-in August 16th – 5:30-7:00pm– Lower-level Entrance "D-3" If you are unable to attend registration on Friday, August 16, you will need to arrive early (7:30am) on race day to take care of helmet inspection and have your race number written on your athlete. |
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| Location |
COUNTRYSIDE YMCA | LEBANON Age 6-8 Route Age 9-11 Route Age 12-14 Route SWIM in the Countryside YMCA Outdoor Pool |
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| Race Routes (1k = 0.62 mile) |
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| Awards | Every tri-athlete in the Healthy Kids Triathlon is a winner! And top athletes in each age category will be awarded a special prize. | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Race Results | Click HERE to see Race Results | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Volunteer |
To ensure an excellent race experience, we need volunteers. Please partner with us to support the youth of Warren County. Click here to sign up to volunteer (all ages welcome) |
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| Sponsorship |
Thank you to our presenting sponsor, Shine Orthodontics Special thank you to: Premier Health
Skyline Chili - Lebanon
Skip's Bagel Deli
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Ready, Set, GO!
Looking to get your kids interested in running, biking or swimming? Kids of all ages and stages can make their way to the finish line of this unique triathlon. Capping off a wonderful summer, our annual Healthy Kids Triathlon is an amazing event to get kids moving and to give them the experience of a real triathlon!
The race is held at Countryside YMCA in Lebanon, where participants swim in our Olympic size outdoor pool, bike on the Countryside/Lebanon Bike Trail and run cross country on the Y’s outdoor fields and Nature Trail.
Grouped into similar age ranges, all participants will swim, bike and run to the finish line. Each group will have their own race length, swimming in our outdoor pool, biking along the Countryside YMCA/Lebanon bike trail and running along our outdoor fields and Hewitt P. Mulford Nature Trail. All participants will be awarded as they cross the finish line for their hard work. Once done, racers and their families can stay and celebrate during the Family Fun Fest!
The annual Healthy Kids Triathlon benefits the Countryside YMCA's Annual Campaign community outreach in Warren County. Click here to fill out an interest form
The Family Fun Fest will immediately follow the race at the Outdoor Pool Pavilion. The Family Fun Fest is sponsored by the Countryside YMCA Torpedoes Swim Team Boosters.
The Family Fun Fest will immediately follow the race at the Outdoor Pool Pavilion and includes Lebanon Skyline Chili Cheese Dog's, Shine Orthodontics Ice Cream Bus, Blowup Waterslide, Balloon Launcher, and more. The Family Fun Fest is sponsored by the Countryside YMCA Torpedoes Swim Team Boosters.
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WHAT |
Healthy Kids Triathlon – swim, bike & run |
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WHEN |
Race Day: Saturday, August 17th, 2023 Packet Pick-Up: Friday, August 16th at 5:30pm - 7:00pm |
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WHERE |
Countryside YMCA, 1699 Deerfield Road, Lebanon, Ohio, 45036 |
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SWIM |
Countryside YMCA Outdoor Pool |
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BIKE |
Countryside/Lebanon Bike Trail |
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RUN |
Cross-country run on Countryside YMCA outdoor fields and Hewitt P. Mulford Nature Trail |
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MINIs |
JUNIORS |
SENIORS |
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Ages 6-8 |
Ages 9-11 |
Ages 12-14 |
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SWIM |
50 meters |
100 meters |
150 meters |
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BIKE |
5K |
7K |
10K |
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RUN |
1K |
1.5K |
2.5K |
(1k = 0.62 mile)
Friday, August 16, from 5:30pm – 7:00pm. Packets MUST be picked up at this time. Packet Pick-up will take place in the lower level lobby near the Family Aquatic Center. Parents, please bring your race participants along with his/her bike helmet to packet pickup. Race participants will receive leg and arm markings along with a helmet fitting.
Check-In:
When dropping bike off at the transition area, athletes will be marked on their hand so the volunteers can get them to their transition area quickly. (Reminder Parents at NOT allowed in the transition areas.)
Racing Chip Pick-up – This will be in the lower-level lobby of the YMCA. Once you drop your bike and other race equipment off at transition immediately go to pick up your racing chip.
Proceed to the Swim Area – Go through the Lower-Level Main Gym and EXIT the building through the double glass doors on the South side of the gym. Go up the hill towards the Playground. ENTER the outdoor pool through the gate on the West side of the pool (near the playground).
If you are unable to attend registration on Friday, August 16, you will need to arrive early (7:30am) on race day to take care of helmet inspection and have your race number written on your athlete.
8:15am – 1st call for all 6-8 yr. old participants
8:30am – 6-8 yr. old event begins
8:45am – 1st call for all 9-11 yr. old participants
9:00am – 9-11 yr. old event begins
9:15am – 1st call for 12-14 yr. old participants
9:30am – 12-14 yr. old event begins
10:00am – Awards for 6-8 yr. olds presented at the Pavilion**!
10:30am – Awards for 9-11 yr. olds presented at the Pavillion**!
11:15am – Awards for 12-14 yr. olds presented at the Pavillion**!
Every triathlete in the Healthy Kids Triathlon is a winner! Individual finishers will be awarded to each racer as they triumphantly cross the finish line. First-place finishers in each age group Boy and Girls will receive an overall award.
Where do I park? Park in the North Parking Lot - Bring ALL your race day gear with you.
What do I leave in the Bike Transition Area? Bike, bike helmet, t-shirt, shoes/socks
What do I Wear/Take to Outdoor Pool? Swimsuit, goggles, swim cap, race chip (received when checking bike in) and race wristband (age group color) and Fun Fest Wristband.
Where can I cheer/watch my child during the race? This year we are opening a new spectator area for parents in the lower parking lot to watch a segment of the run course. To get to this area from the pool you will need to go to the far side of the building and through the gate. Parents are restricted from entering the field areas and must stay in the parking lot (behind the fence).
**Spectators are restricted to the side of the pool nearest the playground. No spectators behind the starting area or in the clerk of course.
POST-RACE REMINDER: All bikes must be picked up from the transition area within 30 minutes after the last racer enters the run route. Parents, returning to the Transition Area, please travel around the West End of the building past the Outdoor Restroom Pavilion and through the gate to the Lower-Level Parking Lot.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Will my child be able to touch the bottom of the pool?
The pool is up to 12 feet deep, however there are lane ropes which athletes can use as well as a lifeguard in each lane.
Can my kid wear swim floaties?
Floaties are not permitted. However the life guards have kick-boards with them if a swimmer needs assistance. We recommend that the swimmer be comfortable putting their face in the water, 50 yards is a long way to “doggie paddle.”
Can my kid’s bike have training wheels?
Yes!
Does my kid need their own bike?
Yes, athletes must bring their own bike. We provide bike safety checks at our Friday Pre-Race Meeting.
Is my kid required to wear a helmet?
Yes!
My kid isn’t comfortable with a certain part of the course, can they skip it?
All young athletes must be able to complete all three sections, swim, bike, and run, to compete.
Can I help my kid on the course?
No. Parents cannot assist athletes during the race, but volunteers are along the entire course and will assist!
Where can I see the race results?
Race results will be given following the race.
Will there be a rain date?
No. The race will still take place in the rain. Should it storm, the race will be delayed, and cancelled if the storm does not pass within an hour. In it's 10 years we've never had to cancel, fingers crossed!