Mighty Marlins Kids Triathlon at the Cansler YMCA
- Date Sat 16th August 2025
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Knoxville, Tennessee
- Price $27.50 - $48.70
- Races 3 races
- Distances Sprint
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Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fun and fitness at the Mighty Marlins Kids Triathlon, taking place on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at the Cansler YMCA in Knoxville, TN! This vibrant event is part of the Epic Orthodontics Kids Triathlon Series and promises a fantastic experience for young athletes. Ranging from the non-sanctioned Sailfish Marlins division, designed for kids who need a little extra support, to the more challenging Red and Blue Marlins divisions, there’s something for everyone.
The Sailfish Marlins will enjoy a short loop with swim aids, followed by a half-mile run, while the Red Marlins will tackle a 50-yard swim, 1.3-mile bike ride, and a half-mile run. For those ready to take on a bit more, the Blue Marlins will complete a 75-yard swim, a 2.5-mile bike ride, and a one-mile run. With packet pickup starting at 7 AM and races kicking off shortly after, participants will be greeted with a supportive atmosphere, enthusiastic volunteers, and the thrill of competition. All finishers will receive medals, with awards for top performers in each division. Don’t miss out on this fantastic
The Sailfish Marlins will enjoy a short loop with swim aids, followed by a half-mile run, while the Red Marlins will tackle a 50-yard swim, 1.3-mile bike ride, and a half-mile run. For those ready to take on a bit more, the Blue Marlins will complete a 75-yard swim, a 2.5-mile bike ride, and a one-mile run. With packet pickup starting at 7 AM and races kicking off shortly after, participants will be greeted with a supportive atmosphere, enthusiastic volunteers, and the thrill of competition. All finishers will receive medals, with awards for top performers in each division. Don’t miss out on this fantastic
Organiser's Description
This is our Third race in the Epic Orthodontics [https://epicortho.com/] Kids Triathlon Series!
Sailfish Marlins - A non sanctioned race for kids that cannot swim longer distances or without a swim aid (water wings, kick board, parent), bike is a short loop (bikes may have training wheels) and a half mile run to the finish line.
Red Marlins Division (Mid Sprint) - 50 yard swim, 1.3 mile bike, .5 mile run to finish line
Blue Marlins Division (Long Sprint)- 75 yard swim, 2.5 mile bike, 1 mile run to finish line
Packet Pickup begins at 7am at Cansler YMCA in Knoxville, tn. and will go till 9am cutting off 5 minutes for each race before they begin.
Parking available at the YMCA in designated areas.
Once you have picked up your childs packet, you will walk transition (map will be attached once determined). Once you get to transition, the parents are not permitted inside the transition area for the Blue and Red Marlin Divisions. Sailfish parents will be permitted to enter the designated transition area. Don't worry, we will have plenty of volunteers to help out the kiddos.
Schedule of events:
7am packet pickup opens
7:50am Pre race meeting for Blue Marlins
8am Blue Marlins race begins with time trial start to pool.
8:45 Red Marlins race begins after brief pre race meeting at pool
9:20am Sailfish race begins
9:45 am Awards Ceremony
There will be finishers medals for each finisher.
Awards will be given for the Blue and Red Marlin categories. The Sailfish will be given an award as well!
Top 3 boys and girls overall in each division plus top three male and female age groups.
Marlin age groups:
5 and under; 6-7; 8-10; 11-12; 13 and up
Special thanks to our sponsor Cansler YMCA for hosting! Please email [email protected] with any questions.
Sailfish Marlins - A non sanctioned race for kids that cannot swim longer distances or without a swim aid (water wings, kick board, parent), bike is a short loop (bikes may have training wheels) and a half mile run to the finish line.
Red Marlins Division (Mid Sprint) - 50 yard swim, 1.3 mile bike, .5 mile run to finish line
Blue Marlins Division (Long Sprint)- 75 yard swim, 2.5 mile bike, 1 mile run to finish line
Packet Pickup begins at 7am at Cansler YMCA in Knoxville, tn. and will go till 9am cutting off 5 minutes for each race before they begin.
Parking available at the YMCA in designated areas.
Once you have picked up your childs packet, you will walk transition (map will be attached once determined). Once you get to transition, the parents are not permitted inside the transition area for the Blue and Red Marlin Divisions. Sailfish parents will be permitted to enter the designated transition area. Don't worry, we will have plenty of volunteers to help out the kiddos.
Schedule of events:
7am packet pickup opens
7:50am Pre race meeting for Blue Marlins
8am Blue Marlins race begins with time trial start to pool.
8:45 Red Marlins race begins after brief pre race meeting at pool
9:20am Sailfish race begins
9:45 am Awards Ceremony
There will be finishers medals for each finisher.
Awards will be given for the Blue and Red Marlin categories. The Sailfish will be given an award as well!
Top 3 boys and girls overall in each division plus top three male and female age groups.
Marlin age groups:
5 and under; 6-7; 8-10; 11-12; 13 and up
Special thanks to our sponsor Cansler YMCA for hosting! Please email [email protected] with any questions.
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