2025 USA Triathlon Sprint and Olympic Distance National Championships
Aug 7, 2025 - Aug 9, 2025 | National Championships | Milwaukee, WI, USA
Thank you to all the athletes, families, and fans who joined us in Milwaukee for an unforgettable weekend. While weather forced the cancellation of the Sprint and Paratriathlon National Championships, the Olympic-Distance race went on and showcased incredible performances.
You can revisit schedules, maps, rules, and course details in the Athlete Guide, and continue to use the USA Triathlon Events App to view results and stay connected. We’re grateful you were part of this year’s event and look forward to racing together again soon.
If you were impacted by the Sprint and Paratriathlon cancellations, several race directors have stepped up to support athletes with discounted entry fees — you can find the full list of offers here
Looking ahead? Click here for details on the 2026 USA Triathlon Nationals in Milwaukee
All impacted athletes from Sunday’s Sprint Distance National Championships and Paratriathlon National Championship events will receive refunds for their registration, service fees and taxes, along with select other add-ons. (see details below). Athletes who were able to participate in the Open Water Swim competition on Friday, Aug. 8, or the Olympic Distance National Championships on Saturday, Aug. 9, will not be refunded as they were able to participate as planned.
All impacted athletes from Sunday’s Sprint Distance National Championships and Paratriathlon National Championship events will receive refunds for their registration, service fees and taxes, along with select other add-ons. (see details below). Athletes who were able to participate in the Open Water Swim competition on Friday, Aug. 8, or the Olympic Distance National Championships on Saturday, Aug. 9, will not be refunded as they were able to participate as planned.
No action is required. USA Triathlon is working with our registration platform TicketSocket to automatically process refunds for all athletes registered for Sunday’s races. Due to the type and scope of these refunds, we will be doing them individually and manually.
- Event registration fees, including service fees and taxes
- Sprint-only FinisherPix packages
- Refund Protect (if unused)
- USA Triathlon Foundation VIP Tickets/Packages
- Parking Passes
- Ancillary service fees and taxes on other packages or add-ons
Our team is working diligently to complete the refund process as quickly as possible. Because of the volume of registrations and the administrative steps involved, it will likely take a few weeks for all refunds to be completed. We expect all processing to be complete from the USA Triathlon side by mid-September. Processing times may also vary based on your financial institution and original form of payment.
You will receive an email confirmation once the process has been initiated from USA Triathlon.
We will only extend early bird pricing for a few days, available to those athletes already qualified or impacted by the cancellation. We recommend purchasing quickly to ensure the lowest price!
Yes, we will be sending out an email next week to those athletes in the Olympic Distance race who did not receive their Age Group Award and can request one to be shipped to them.
No, anyone who qualified and registered for this year’s event will automatically qualify for next year’s race.
USA Triathlon is committed to ensuring fair qualification opportunities following the cancellation of the Sprint and Para National Championships. Athletes can qualify for the 2026 World Championships in Pontevedra, Spain, through two paths:
Criteria #1: Olympic-distance athletes who finished in the top 50% of their age group and were registered for the Sprint will automatically receive a qualification email
Criteria #2 (Deadline - Dec. 31): Sprint-registered athletes may also qualify by demonstrating a top 25% finish in another 2025 sprint race. To submit your results, please complete this form. Our team will verify submissions and send qualification letters once confirmed.
Other questions on Age Group Team USA can be directed to teamusa@usatriathlon.org
Athletes may qualify by either path; both are treated equally.
No, there is not a cap on the available spots based on these modified criteria. We have worked with World Triathlon to secure additional spots if needed, based on the unprecedented weather event that impacted the Sprint National Championship race.
Results submitted through THIS FORM will be verified by USA Triathlon. To do so, we will calculate your finish percentage by dividing your placement by the total number of finishers in your age group, then rounding to the nearest whole number. Qualification emails will be sent once results have been confirmed.
Super Sprint races will not apply. Only races marked as Sprint distance in our systems will be eligible. Please reach out to teamusa@usatriathlon.org if you have questions on whether a specific race is eligible.
There are still many 2025 sprint races across the country. Search for an event near you by using USA Triathlon’s Find a Race tool. Additionally, several race directors across the country have generously stepped up to provide discounts to their upcoming events for athletes affected by the cancellation. These events are listed HERE
Athletes also have the opportunity to qualify through the standard year-end rankings process. Any athlete who finishes in the top 20 of their respective age group in the annual year-end (12/31) USA Triathlon National Rankings from the previous year after already qualified Team USA athletes have been removed is eligible to claim a spot on Team USA.
The highest ranked athletes will have first priority to accept a Team USA spot, followed by 2nd, 3rd, 4th, etc., (rolling down through the top 20 athletes who have not already been offered a spot).
Athletes aiming to race in the 2025 USA Triathlon Sprint and Olympic Distance National Championships must qualify at a USA Triathlon Sanctioned event. There are several ways to earn that qualification. Athletes MUST be annual USA Triathlon members to race. There are no Bronze (single event) memberships sold for this event. Think you've missed your qualification email? Contact service@usatriathlon.org to receive your link.
You may qualify through any local USA Triathlon Sanctioned age group triathlon of any distance, including Cross and Gravel triathlons (excludes Winter Triathlon). These events include all non-championship events. To qualify, you must place in the top two places or top 15% of your age group (whichever is greater). Placing via this criteria qualifies you for both Sprint AND Olympic Distance National Championships.
Additionally, any athlete who previously qualified for the 2025 USA Triathlon Sprint and Olympic Distance National Championships through an event in 2025 will automatically qualify for 2026.
Note: USA Triathlon will round to the next whole number for qualification calculations.
State championships qualify the top 35% or top five (5) finishers in an age group (whichever is greater). You may only qualify for Olympic distance Nationals by placing in the Olympic distance State Championship race or Sprint Nationals by placing in the sprint distance State Championship race.
High School State Championships Exemption: All high school athletes who finish any of the State High School Championships will automatically qualify for the Sprint distance event (pending they are at least age 15 as of December 31, 2025.)
Any registered athlete in the 2024 USA Triathlon Age Group Sprint or Olympic distance races or 2024's Long Course Triathlon National Championships (triathlon only) has already qualified for 2025 USA Triathlon Sprint and Olympic Distance National Championships.
We have extended qualification to those that registered for the 2023 USA Triathlon Sprint and Olympic Distance National Championships that took place in Milwaukee as a welcome back!
Any athlete that registered the 2025 USA Triathlon Multisport Festival in Omaha, Nebraska, will earn an auto-qualification to the event.
Any athlete who competed as a member of Team USA in 2024 in any discipline will automatically qualify. Qualification cannot be met from participation more than one year prior.
For more information on 2025-2026 Team USA Qualification information, click here.
In 2025, Clydesdale and Athena athletes will compete in their respective divisions for the championship races and will not start in age group waves. Clydesdale and Athena athletes will remain eligible for awards in their respective five-year age group and Team USA qualification, but will also be eligible for a separate set of awards placing just Clydesdale and Athena athletes per the identification noted during registration. Clydesdale and Athena athletes must also complete the weigh-in procedure, which will happen at Packet Pick-Up prior to racing to remain eligible.
Clydesdale and Athena athletes must still qualify for Sprint and Olympic Distance races per the qualification paths noted above.
The 2025 qualification period runs June 1, 2024 to July 30, 2025 If you hit one or more of the qualification marks below, you've qualified for 2025 USA Triathlon Olympic and Sprint Distance National Championships!
Note: The qualification period for 2026 runs June 1, 2025, to July 30, 2026. If you earn a qualifying mark on a day that's in both qualification periods (June 1, 2025 - July 30, 2025), you've qualified for both years' Nationals.
Only individual-category participants qualify for Nationals. Elite, Relay, etc., categories will not.
Qualification is based on an athlete's age-group finish only
- However, if an athlete wins an overall award and is subsequently removed from their event's age group, they will be placed back into the age group for qualifications and rankings purposes
Qualification Ages
Olympic Distance: 17 years of age by December 31, 2025 (can race at age 16)
Open Water Swim Competition: 15 years of age by December 31, 2025 (can race at age 14)
Current Minimum A
Sprint Distance: 15 years of age by December 31, 2025 (can race at age 14)
Qualification Process
If you have qualified through the above criteria, you will automatically receive the “You’ve Qualified” email from USA Triathlon. Your registration link is in that email. You may also log in to your Member Hub to see a notification with your registration link. That link will be valid until registration closes.
If you're expecting a qualification email but it hasn't yet arrived, check your email that's associated with your USA Triathlon account, including the spam/junk folder. If it still hasn't arrived, wait at least 20 days before contacting USA Triathlon as race directors have 15 days after an event to submit results. Also note that:
- Athletes in your age group may have been removed for an overall award and placed back into their age group for qualification and rankings purposes.
- If you competed in an elite, open or relay wave at an event, you cannot qualify through that event. The only category you can compete in to qualify is an age group category.
- Events must be USA Triathlon Sanctioned in order to qualify for USA Triathlon Sprint and Olympic Distance National Championships.
Any athlete that finishes in the State Championship in which Sprint and Olympic Distance Nationals is held will earn an auto-qualification (the 2024 and 2025 Wisconsin State Championship, in this case).
Note: The Expo, finish line, food trucks, concessions, award ceremonies, club area, and more have moved to Veterans Park, previously located at the Milwaukee Art Museum. There is absolutely no parking in Veterans Park. Veterans Park is approximately 0.3 miles from Discovery World, where the swim start, swim exit and transition are located. Be sure to check the Spectator Flow Map (linked below) for the best route to Veterans Park.
The latest information you'll need before competing at USA Triathlon Olympic and Sprint Distance National Championships.
The address for the 2025 USA Triathlon Nationals is 500 N Harbor Drive, Milwaukee, WI, 53202.
We are aware that there are air quality concerns with smoke from surrounding state wildfires and with wind directions and speed. We are monitoring winds and air quality closely as our event approaches. Currently, our expectation is that the winds will shift starting as early as Monday afternoon to hopefully improve the air quality. Our event team and safety personnel will work within our guidelines and recommendations as outlined below:
Air Quality
AQI: 0-50
- PM2.5 (μg/m3): 0-12.0
- Green
When categorized as good, air quality poses little to no health risk at an AQI of 0 up to an AQI of 50. You can enjoy your usual outdoor activities. You may choose to open your windows and ventilate your home to bring in outdoor air.
USA Triathlon Recommendation: proceed as normal.
AQI: 51-100
- PM2.5 (μg/m3): 12.1-35.4
- Yellow
Due to the risk of respiratory illness symptoms, sensitive groups should greatly reduce outdoor exercise when air quality is moderate (US AQI 51-100). Avoid ventilating indoor spaces with outdoor air, and close windows to avoid letting outdoor air pollution indoors.
Note that sensitive groups for all categories include children, the elderly, pregnant people, and people with cardiac and pulmonary diseases.
USA Triathlon Recommendation: proceed as normal but monitor conditions and athletes.
AQI: 101-150
- PM2.5 (μg/m3): 35.5-55.5
- Orange
When air quality is unhealthy for sensitive groups, everyone is at risk for eye, skin, and throat irritation as well as respiratory problems. The public should greatly reduce outdoor exertion.
Sensitive groups are at greater health risk, should avoid all outdoor activity, and should consider wearing an air pollution mask outdoors. Ventilation is discouraged. A high-performance air purifier should be turned on if indoor air quality is unhealthy.
USA Triathlon Recommendation: be aware of health effects of smoke and related symptoms but continue as normal.*
AQI: 151-200
- PM2.5 (μg/m3): 55.6-150.4
- Red
- Unhealthy AQI measurements mean that there is an increased likelihood of heart and lung aggravation as well as health impacts among the public, particularly for sensitive groups.
- Everyone should avoid and wear a pollution mask outdoors. Ventilation is discouraged. Air purifiers should be turned on.
USA Triathlon Recommendation: consider reduction of length of events to no longer than 1 hr of activity. Provide a warning to competitors with respiratory issues.*
AQI: 201-300
- PM2.5 (μg/m3): 150.5-250.4
- Purple
- When air quality is very unhealthy, the public will be noticeably affected. Sensitive groups will experience reduced endurance in activities. These individuals should remain indoors and limit activities.
- Everyone should avoid outdoor exercise and wear a pollution mask outdoors. Ventilation is discouraged. Air purifiers should be turned on.
USA Triathlon Recommendation: delay, modify, or cancel/postpone the event*
AQI: 301-500 or greater
- PM2.5 (μg/m3): 250.5 or greater
- Maroon
- Everyone is at high risk of experiencing strong irritation and negative health effects that could trigger cardiovascular and respiratory illnesses.
- Avoid exercise and remain indoors. Avoid outdoor exercise and wear a pollution mask outdoors. Ventilation is discouraged. Air purifiers should be turned on.
USA Triathlon Recommendation: cancel or postpone all events and training.*
*if there are wind shifts, weather impacts, or changes expected within the race timeframes, we may vary from this recommendation to a lesser impact, with athlete notification and warning
The following award categories will be presented at the 2025 USA Triathlon Sprint and Olympic Distance National Championships:
Adult Races
- 10 places deep (female/male/non-binary)
- Olympic-distance Triathlon (non-draft): Ages 17-19, 20-24, 25-29, etc. through 90-94 or older
- Sprint-distance Triathlon (non-draft): Ages 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, etc. through 90-94 or older
- 3 places deep (female/male/non-binary)
- Overall Olympic-distance Triathlon (non-draft)
- Overall Sprint-distance Triathlon (non-draft)
- Olympic Masters (Male ages 40 – 59 / Female ages 40 – 54)
- Olympic Grandmasters (Male age 60+ / Female age 55+)
- Sprint Masters (Male ages 40 – 59 / Female ages 40 – 54)
- Sprint Grandmasters (Male age 60+ / Female age55+)
- Open Water Swim Competition: Overalls, 15-39, 40-59, 60+
- Open Water Swim Competition (Adaptive – 1st Place Overall Only): ATD1 Overall, ATD1 Wheelchair, ATD1 Ambulatory, ATD1 Visually Impaired, ATD2, ATD3, ATD4, ATTMI
- Clydesdales in Olympic and Sprint Nationals: Ages 39 and younger, 40-59, 60+
- Athenas in Olympic and Sprint Nationals: Ages 39 and younger, 40-54, 55+
Clydesdale and Athenas will race in their own designated wave and will be eligible for their respective age group awards. Those who have identified as a Clydesdale or Athena during registration are ALSO eligible for a separate set of Clydesdale and Athena awards.
ATD1
- 3 places deep (female/male/non-binary)
- Overall
- Wheelchair
- Ambulatory
- Visually Impaired
ATD2
- 3 places deep (female/male/non-binary)
- Overall
ATD3
- 3 places deep (female/male/non-binary)
- Overall
ATTMI
- 3 places deep (female/male/non-binary)
- Overall
- ATD1: Athletes with physical or visual impairments
- ATD2: Athletes who are neuro-diverse or have cognitive impairments
- ATD3: Athletes who require adaptations to be able to race a multisport event due to (but not limited to) TBI, PTSD, chronic diseases, congenital conditions, neurological conditions, etc.
- ATD4: Athletes who race as a "Duo" with one athlete pushing, propelling, and/or pulling another athlete through the race distance.
- ATTMI: Athletes who require an adaption to race a multisport event due to a medically verified, significant, and temporary injury
Each championship race will offer a Clydesdale and Athena division. Clydesdales (males 220 lbs or greater) and Athenas (165 lbs or greater) must indicate their desire to be recognized as such during the registration process for each race.
All Clydesdale and Athena athletes are required to weigh in at Packet Pick Up to be eligible for awards. Scales will be located within Packet Pick Up with an official on location to record the athlete's weight. Athletes should be wearing essential race gear for weigh-in and cannot hold items like nutrition or water.
Athletes MUST meet or exceed the minimum weight upon weigh-in. Athletes who fail to meet the minimum weight OR who fail to weigh-in will not be eligible for Clydesdale or Athena awards.
USA Triathlon takes clean sport and anti-doping very seriously. In accordance with U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) regulations, athletes may be drug tested at this event. Should drug testing occur, there are strict protocols that must be followed and will be coordinated by the on-site USADA representative as well as a USA Triathlon staff member.
In the event of extreme weather, natural disaster, community disaster or other unforeseen emergencies, our action steps will be as follows:
- USA Triathlon, in concert with local officials, will make the final decision based on safety of the athletes, spectators, vendors, volunteers and others affiliated with the event.
- USAT may, based on the conditions of the course, shorten the distances or cancel the event altogether.
- Because costs of the event have already been paid out to cover various levels of production expenses, there will be NO REFUNDS, transferred entry fees or future complimentary entry fees.
All athletes, spectators, family, and friends are encouraged to download the USA Triathlon Events App. Users can follow the progress of athletes as they race through each of USA Triathlon’s Owned National Championships. Download today.
Interested in exhibiting as a brand? Reach out to partnerships@usatriathlon.org for more information.
Gatorade is the Official Sports Beverage of USA Triathlon and will be available on the course for all athletes. Check out Gatorade.
Going The Distance: Fueling Endurance Performance (PDF)
Information created by the Gatorade Sports Science Institute. For hydration and fueling tips/best practices review
In addition to Gatorade, water and gels will be offered at all aid stations.
PREMIER PARKING AT DISCOVERY WORLD GARAGE: We are thrilled to once again offer premier onsite parking at the Discovery World Garage which is right next to Swim Start, Swim Exit, and Transition! Parking will be available in the Discovery World Garage on Saturday, August 9, and Sunday, August 10 only. Entry and exit will only be allowed during designated access windows, which are listed on the purchase page by clicking HERE. There are limited spots available so purchase soon!
Please Note: The Discovery World garage has a vehicle height restriction of 6’7” and no trailers are permitted.
The Discovery World Parking Garage is just a short walk (.3 mi) to the portion of the event where the following are located: Packet Pick Up, Expo, Finish Line, Awards, and Post-Race Food.
EVENT PARKING: There are multiple parking options for the event within close proximity to the venue. Please click HERE to access what options are available to you!
THERE IS ABSOLUTELY NO PARKING PERMITTED AT VETERANS PARK, MILWAUKEE ART MUSEUM, ON HARBOR DRIVE, EAST OF LINCOLN MEMORIAL DRIVE ON MICHIGAN/CLYBOURN, OR WITHIN THE VENUE.
We’re excited to continue our tradition of showcasing event participant lists on our website, celebrating the athletes who are part of our USA Triathlon community! Our goal is to promote friendly competition and create a sense of camaraderie among all participants. The list features athletes who have opted to share their name as a registered participant. Please note, this list might not include all registrations or athletes, as some may choose to opt out.
If you have any questions or would like to remove your name from the list, feel free to reach out to us at nationalevents@usatriathlon.org. We’re here to support you and ensure a positive, inclusive experience for everyone!
You can view the Participation List here.
At this USA Triathlon National Championship, rules violations will be enforced on-course. All penalties will be notified and served while the athlete is competing. Additionally, all athletes are required to complete all prescribed courses in their entirety.
At this USA Triathlon National Championship, rules violations will be enforced on-course. All penalties will be notified and served while the athlete is competing. Additionally, all athletes are required to complete all prescribed courses in their entirety.
This race will follow USA Triathlon Multisport Ruleset.
USA Triathlon Sportsmanship Creed
As a competitor at USA Triathlon events, you have a responsibility to demonstrate the highest standards of sportsmanship per the USA Triathlon Multisport Competition Rules (2.1 General Conduct a., c. d., f., and g. and 2.2 Race Conduct b.) Unsportsmanlike Conduct) and as such, should always show respect for the sport, your fellow athletes, race staff, officials, volunteers, and spectators. Each individual athlete shares this responsibility, which includes refraining from the use of improper language and conduct detrimental to the community at large. This rule will be strictly enforced, and disrespectful language or conduct will not be tolerated.
For more information on USA Triathlon rules and sportsmanship, please reference the USA Triathlon Competitive Rules.
At USA Triathlon National Championship and World Triathlon Qualifying Age-Group Races, wetsuits are forbidden if the temperature is 76.2 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Wetsuits are mandatory if the temperature is 60.6 degrees or below.
If you have further questions, reach out to rulesandofficials@usatriathlon.org. See the full rules set.
Expected water temperature should be between 64 to 71 degrees fahrenheit. Water temperature will be posted closer to race day.
Swim caps: all athletes are required to wear the swim cap given to them at packet pickup. Swim caps will be made of silicone.
Latex allergies: If you have a latex allergy, please let USAT staff know and you will be provided with a non-latex swim cap.
USA Triathlon Nationals will be the qualification event for 2026's World Championships in Draft-Legal Sprint and Standard-Distance Triathlon.
Age-Up Rule
To determine eligibility for Team USA qualification, results will be considered based on the participant's age as of December 31 of the Worlds competition year. Therefore, all aged-up results for Team USA qualification at U.S Nationals will be according to the athletes' ages as of December 31, 2026.
Example: If John Doe is going to be 49 years old by Dec. 31, 2025, he will age-up up into the 50-54 age group for the 2026 World Championships since he will be 50 years old by Dec. 31, 2026. Thus, for Team USA qualifying purposes, his time at U.S Nationals will be compared to the men currently in the 50-54 age group.
How to Qualify
- Sprint Triathlon: Top 8 per AG rolling down to 20th place. Please note the Age Group National Championships Sprint Triathlon is NON-DRAFT but the corresponding World Championships Sprint Triathlon is Draft-Legal.
- Olympic-Distance (Standard) Triathlon: Top 18 per AG rolling down to 30th place.
Timing chips must be returned at the completion of your last race of the weekend after crossing the finish line. If you forget to return your chip, you can return it by mail. Lost chips result in a $95 replacement fee. Mail lost chips to:
Sportstats USA
112 54th St. SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49548
Enhance your race weekend with VIP access to the USA Triathlon Foundation VIP area. Enjoy the convenience, hospitality and dedicated viewing areas offered to Foundation VIP guests and get a front-row seat at the finish line. A weekend pass gets you two days of access (Saturday-Sunday).
The USA Triathlon Foundation VIP benefits the Foundation's mission to encourage youth participation, inspire pathways to access and inclusion, and ignite Olympic and Paralympic dreams. To learn more about the Foundation and get involved, please visit usatriathlon.org/foundation.
Volunteers are critical to a safe a successful event! If you, a friend, a family member, or your organization can spare time to volunteer at one or multiple shifts, your time is greatly appreciated. There are flexible shifts available with numerous opportunities to participate, including supporting course aid stations, registration, finish line and more. All volunteers will be provided with a meal and shirt for their time.
USA Triathlon events could not be executed without the support of our volunteers, so thank you in advance for the part you will play in helping our athletes chase their goals/dreams and achieve competitive excellence. If you have any questions or run in to any issues when registering as a volunteer, please reach out to volunteer1@usatriathlon.org.
The 750m Open Water Swim Competition, presented by Synergy Wetsuits, will allow athletes to gain access to a competitive race either as a tune up for Saturday and Sunday races or for those not racing to be involved in the overall event weekend. The timed competition will see athletes receiving a swim cap along with awards for top placing athletes.
Wetsuit Rentals: Experience hassle-free wetsuit rentals with Synergy Wetsuits' 30-day rental program, offering athletes the chance to feel the Synergy Difference before and during the event without the commitment of a purchase. Click here for more information.
Bike Rentals: Rent your bike from Unlimited Biking for the 2025 USA Triathlon Sprint and Olympic Distance National Championships. Click here for more information.
Athletes will not need to be body marked with their race number for the race and therefore, no race tattoos will be given.
To ensure proper identification for accountability and safety purposes, athletes must wear their numbered-marked swim cap on the swim (which will be marked during the packet pick up), helmet sticker (s) on the bike, adhere seat post sticker to the bike, and wear their race bib on the run.
Additionally, all athletes must wear their assigned timing chip during all scheduled familiarizations and for all races.
Athlete wristbands must also be worn from Athlete Check-In until the end of the event weekend.
Specific details are visuals are show HERE.
Note: Please ensure you've reviewed the Paratriathlon Nationals registration requirements above before registering.
Watch the Athlete Race Briefing here.
For the first time ever, Paratriathlon Nationals is headed to Milwaukee to be held in conjunction with USA Triathlon Sprint and Olympic-Distance National Championships!
Any athlete that wishes to compete in the National Championship division at Paratriathlon Nationals must be officially classified and placed in a USA Paratriathlon Category as outlined in USA Triathlon’s Competitive Rules. If an athlete does not classify or does not qualify via the time standards, they may race in the Adaptive Triathlon Division 1 (ATD1).
Once you have met the qualifying time for your sport class, please email Chris Palmquist and Auburn Bosworth with your race results, race distance, and race dates to be authorized to register for the 2025 Paratriathlon National Championships in the championship division.
The USA Paratriathlon Nationals Qualifier Series is the premiere national-level racing circuit for up-and-coming paratriathletes in the United States. The aim of the series is to provide increased domestic competitive opportunities for the nation’s emerging paratriathletes. The Paratriathlon National Qualifier Race Series provides paratriathletes and ATD1 athletes opportunities to race sprint distance races following USAT and World Triathlon paratriathlon competition rules. These races also offer a chance to qualify for the 2025 and 2026 USAT Paratriathlon National Championships with slightly more generous time standards than at other USAT-sanctioned races.
Post-race, athletes accumulating points in a minimum of two series races and Nationals will receive series rankings. Top-ranked athletes will be awarded a sponsor-provided prize (details forthcoming) and recognized in our newsletter, website, and social media channels.
To work toward your series standings and qualifying for Paratriathlon National Championships, sign up for your races now!
More information about the USA Paratriathlon Nationals Qualifier Series can be found here.
- Athlete must be eligible under all applicable rules of World Triathlon (www.triathlon.org), the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (www.usada.org), and USA Triathlon.
- Athlete must be an annual member in good standing of USA Triathlon.
- Paratriathlon Category Classification: Each athlete must be Officially Classified and placed in a USA Paratriathlon Category as outlined in USA Triathlon’s Competitive Rules.
- PTWC - Wheelchair users. Athletes must use a recumbent handcycle on the bike course and a racing wheelchair on the run segment
- PTS2 - Severe Impairments. In both bike and run segments, amputee athletes may use approved prosthesis or other supportive devices.
- PTS3 – Significant Impairments. In both bike and run segments, the athlete may use approved prosthesis or other supportive devices.
- PTS4 – Moderate Impairments. In both bike and run segments, the athlete may use approved prosthesis or other supportive devices.
- PTS5 – Mild Impairments. In both bike and run segments, the athlete may use approved prosthesis or other supportive device.
- PTVI - Total or Partial visual Impairment (IBSA/IPC defined sub-classes B1, B2, and B3): Includes athletes who are totally blind, from no light perception in either eye, to some light perception (B1) and partially sighted athletes (B2, B3). One guide is mandatory throughout the race. Must ride a tandem during the bike segment.
Find more information on 2025 qualifying standards here.
Challenged Athletes Foundation is offering travel grants for Paratriathlon Nationals. Submissions are due by July 20 and USAT will notify CAF grant recipients by July 31. You will need to have registered for Paratriathlon Nationals and confirmed you will be participating at Paratriathlon Nationals or in the adaptive divisions. This grant is for travel, lodging or race entry. The athlete must compete at the event and reimbursement will be coordinated after the race. USA Triathlon National and Junior U23 Team members are not eligible for this grant.
Texas Parasport
Texas Parasport is offering a National Championship Grant to support athletes of all ages training and competing at the highest level. Athletes attending Paratriathlon National Championship can apply for this grant. The max amount of each grant is $500.
Criteria:
- You must reside in Texas.
- You must have a Paralympic eligible disability.
- You must participate in weekly programs within Texas.
- You must compete at Texas Parasport Games if your sport is offered.
- Grant recipients will wear Texas Parasport apparel while at the event in which we are supporting and thank Texas Parasport on social media.
Please email Jenn Weatherford for application details.
Catapult Grant Program
Team Catapult's athlete grant program aids athletes with physical disabilities in costs related to the world of adaptive sports and can be used toward equipment, race entry or travel costs. For more information click here and email hello@teamcatapult.org. As the main support for the Paratriathlon Nationals Qualifier Series race, Lago Mar, Catapult will also be offering a hotel stipend for athletes participating in this excellent Texas race! Email Linda Fox at linda@teamcatapult.org and hello@teamcatapult.org to confirm your interest.
*If an athlete has not been classified and unsure what sport class they fit into, please email Paratriathlon@usatriathlon.org with the medical diagnosis form available on our website and we will make an educated guess as to which sport class the athlete fits until a classification assessment can take place
**All final determinations on sport class and qualification will be determined at the national classification opportunity in the days leading into the event. Please note there is a chance that if an athlete changes sport classes from the educated guess they will need to show proof of a qualification race in the new sport class within the specified qualification time.