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Recommended Competition Distances for Youth and Junior Athletes
by USA Triathlon
The below table lists USA Triathlon's recommended distances for youth and junior athletes.
| Racing Age | Category | Swim Distance | Bike Distance | Run Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7-8 | Youth | 50m to 100m *pool swim recommended | 2k | 1k |
| 10 | Youth | 100m *pool swim recommended | 3k | 1k |
| 11-12 | Youth | 200m *pool swim recommended | 5k to 7k | 2k |
| 13-15 | Youth | 200m to 400m | 8k to 10k | 2k to 3k |
| 16-19 | Junior | 400m to 750m | 15k to 20k | 5k |
| Elite Distances | ||||
| 13-15 | Youth Elite | 400m | 10k | 2.5k |
| 16-19 | Junior Elite | 750m | 20k | 5k |
Notes:
- Racing age is as of December 31 of the year in which the event takes place.
- Youth Elite and Junior Elite races are draft-legal, typically staged on multi-lap closed courses, and officiated using World Triathlon rules
- The recommended minimum for Olympic/Intermediate Distance events is 16. The recommended minimum age for Long Course/Half-IRONMAN/Ultra Distance events is 18.