318 Youth Triathlon

  • Date Sat 26th April 2025
  • Time 8:00AM CDT
  • Location West Monroe, Louisiana
  • Price $32.80
  • Races 1 race

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Event summary

Get ready for an exciting day of athletic competition at the 318 Youth Triathlon, taking place on Saturday, April 26th, 2025, at The Wellness Center in West Monroe, Ouachita! This thrilling event invites young athletes aged 9 to 17 to participate in a challenging Swim-Bike-Run format, with specific distances tailored to their age groups. Participants aged 9-11 will tackle a 100-meter swim, a 35-calorie row, and a Β½ mile run. Those in the 12-14 and 15-17 age groups will face a 200-meter swim, a 35-calorie bike ride, and a 1-mile run.

The triathlon will kick off at 8:00 AM, with warm-ups starting as early as 6:45 AM. Athletes will swim in the indoor heated pool and complete their biking and rowing on stationary equipment before heading to the outdoor community track for the running portion. Each participant will receive encouragement from their assigned judges throughout the event. With medals and prizes awarded to the top three finishers in each category, this is a fantastic opportunity for young competitors to showcase their skills and have fun! Don’t miss out on this chance to

Organiser's Description

The Wellness Center presents 318 YOUTH TRIATHLON, a SWIM*BIKE*RUN to be held on Saturday April 26th @ The Wellness Center 3215 Cypress Street, West Monroe LA 71291 for the following age groups, with male and female divisions:

* 9-11yr 100m swim, 35 calorie row, 1/2 mile run
* 12-14yr 200m swim, 35 calorie bike, 1 mile run
* 15-17yr 200m swim, 35 calorie bike, 1 mile run

Swimming will take place in The Wellness Center indoor heated pool. The 35-calorie row/bike will take place on our stationary Assault Rower Elite and Assault Bike. The run will be completed on our outdoor community track. (4 laps = 1 mile) Clock starts at the beginning of swim and does not stop until participant completes the last lap around the track, i.e. a running clock.

Tennis shoes are required following swim. Race attire is determined by the participant, whether to add shorts, shirt, etc. following swim. Participants must dress themselves AND have additional clothes (optional) next to their rower/bike. Parents are NOT ALLOWED in the Tri Performance Zone.

Swim lanes, bikes/rowers will be numbered. Each participant will use the same number for lane and bike/rower. Heat time and lane assignment will be available at the 7:30am parent meeting.

SWIM: Each youth must complete the allotted meters before the next participant begins.

. 100 meters = 4 laps (2 x down & back)

. 200 meters = 8 laps (4 x down & back)

Each athlete will begin in the water with their hand on the wall. Goggles are allowed but not provided by The Wellness Center.

BIKE/ROW: Each participant must complete 35 calories. Rowers are set at the same competitive level ahead of time. DO NOT CHANGE. Only adjustments will be foot placement which will be overseen by judges.

RUN: Each participant must complete their run, (1/2 mile = 2 laps, 1mile = 4 laps)

RACE DAY: Waivers & payments MUST be completed at the 7:30am parent meeting. You may arrive as early as 6:45am to warm up, figure out your bike height, assess layout, etc. The race begins promptly @ 8:00am. You will receive your heat & start time at the 7:30am parent meeting.

EACH ATHLETE WILL HAVE THEIR OWN JUDGE THROUGHOUT THE EVENT ENCOURAGING AND CHEERING THEM ON, TRACKING ALL METERS, CALORIES, & MILES COMPLETED. PARENTS ARE NOT ALLOWED IN THE TRI RACE ZONE.

$30 entry fee per participant and registration forms MUST BE completed at least a week prior to the event.

First, second, and third place finishers, male & female, awarded in each age category. Prizes & medals will be awarded along with T-shirts and swag bags. Winners will be announced after all heats are completed.

Once you register, you can train @ The Wellness Center anytime on the rower and bike, and at the designated times listed below for the pool.

TRAINING TIMES IN THE POOL MUST BE RESERVED 24 HOURS BEFOREHAND TO ENSURE A SWIM LANE. Training days and times are as follows: Fridays 4-8:00pm, Saturdays 1-3:00pm, and Sundays 1-5pm all in 30-minute increments. Athletes may swim without a reservation; they are just not guaranteed a lane. Only Group Swim lane is available allowing 2 trainees per 30-minute increments.

Members & non-members welcome.

FOR ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT US AT THE WELLNESS CENTER AT 318.329.9100.

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: CENTRIC FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, GREENQUBE, ACHIEVER'S HOME IMPROVEMENT, HUCKABEE PLUMBING, TROY BOSTICK DDS, SERVICE MASTER, AND DR. LAUREN MICKEY ENT.

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  • 318 Youth Triathlon

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 26th April 2025 (8:00AM CDT)

    $32.80

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3215 Cypress St, West Monroe, 71291, LA, United States

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