318 Youth Triathlon
- Date Sat 26th April 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location West Monroe, Louisiana
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of athleticism and fun at the 318 Youth Triathlon, taking place on Saturday, April 26th, 2025, in West Monroe, Ouachita! This exciting swim-bike-run event, hosted at The Wellness Center, welcomes young athletes aged 9 to 17 to compete in various age categories. Participants will tackle a 100m swim followed by a 35-calorie row and a ½ mile run (for ages 9-11), or a 200m swim, 35-calorie bike ride, and a 1-mile run for the older age groups (12-14 and 15-17).
The indoor heated pool provides a perfect setting for the swim, while the stationary Assault Rower Elite and Assault Bike ensure a consistent challenge. Runners will hit the outdoor community track for their final laps, with each athlete supported by dedicated judges cheering them on throughout the event. With a $30 entry fee, participants will have the chance to win medals, prizes, and swag bags while enjoying a day filled with camaraderie and healthy competition. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to inspire the next generation of triathletes!
The indoor heated pool provides a perfect setting for the swim, while the stationary Assault Rower Elite and Assault Bike ensure a consistent challenge. Runners will hit the outdoor community track for their final laps, with each athlete supported by dedicated judges cheering them on throughout the event. With a $30 entry fee, participants will have the chance to win medals, prizes, and swag bags while enjoying a day filled with camaraderie and healthy competition. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to inspire the next generation of triathletes!
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 at the designated times listed below.
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 3-5pm 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: GREEN QUBE, ACHIEVER'S HOME IMPROVEMENT, HUCKABEE PLUMBING, TROY BOSTICK DDS, SERVICE MASTER, AND DR. LAUREN MICKEY ENT.
* 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 at the designated times listed below.
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 3-5pm 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: GREEN QUBE, ACHIEVER'S HOME IMPROVEMENT, HUCKABEE PLUMBING, TROY BOSTICK DDS, SERVICE MASTER, AND DR. LAUREN MICKEY ENT.
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