USA Triathlon aims to grow youth triathlon and multisport by introducing the sport of triathlon in schools, as well as connecting students to triathlon coaches, clubs, and races. USA Kids Tri Dallas consists of a Youth Triathlon Race Series that gives youth athletes the opportunity to race local and engage with local triathlon clubs and coaches.
North Texas is a thriving hub for triathlon with three successful youth and junior clubs in the area. The missing piece was consistent race opportunities for beginner and advanced youth triathletes in the area. The goal of USA Kids Tri Dallas is to also engage with new youth and junior athletes who may not have ever competed in a triathlon before. Youth and junior clubs and coaches will be going into local schools to introduce the sport of triathlon to new athletes and encourage them to participate in the series.
The series will kick off at the Texas Junior Development Series Race and will continue with five more races throughout the year. Athletes will be able to earn points for participating in all races across the series. Points will be based on participation and performance.
Find additional details and registration information at the links below.
USA Kids Tri Dallas Series Events
April 13th: Texas Draft Legal Festival
Register Here, opens in a new tabRace weekend with events for Youth, Age Group and NCAA on Saturday (April 13th) and Youth and Junior Elite athletes on Sunday (April 14th)
June 8th: Cedar Hill Kids and Family Triathlon
REGISTER HERE, opens in a new tabFOR KIDS: Triathlon or Splash and Dash – open to kids age 6 -15 yrs with Junior and Senior distances!
FOR FAMILY AND FRIENDS: This special Try and Tri recreational wave is open to anyone who wants to race with a family member or friend, regardless of age or gender. The distance of this wave is 200M Pool Swim + 5mi Bike + 2K run Learn more about Family and Friends wave.
September 2nd: Blackland Kids Triathlon
REGISTER HERE, opens in a new tabGet ready for a family-friendly, fun race day! A Labor Day tradition for 13+ years, the Blackland Youth Triathlon and Blackland Triathlon provide racing for the whole family - plus a Labor Day picnic at the finish
September 29th: Lakefront Little Elm Kids Triathlon
For more race information please visit the playtri site here!
TBD: Benbrook YMCA Kids Triathlon
More info coming soon!
Join a Local Youth and Junior Triathlon Club!
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Youth Camps and Clinics
Playtri June Youth Skills Camp
SIGN UP, opens in a new tabYouth Tri Skills Camps are designed to give young athletes the skills and knowledge needed to complete a youth distance triathlon, with an emphasis on safety and FUN. Camp includes registration to the Irving Kids Triathlon!
Date: June 26th-29th 2024
Ages: 6-15
Playtri September Youth Skills Camp
SIGN UP, opens in a new tabYouth Tri Skills Camps are designed to give young athletes the skills and knowledge needed to complete a youth distance triathlon, with an emphasis on safety and FUN. Camp includes registration to the Little Elm Kids Triathlon!
Date: September 27th-28th, 2024
Ages: 6-15