North Shore Youth Triathlon
- Date Sun 16th August 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Evanston, Illinois
- Price $27.50 - $96.40
- Races 5 races
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fitness and fun at the North Shore Youth Triathlon (NSYT) on Sunday, August 16, 2026, in Evanston, Cook County! This vibrant event invites youth aged 5 to 14 to challenge themselves and achieve their personal bests through a thrilling triathlon experience. Hosted at the Evanston Township High School, the NSYT features a pool swim, a safe, closed-to-traffic bike course, and a run on the school's beautiful grounds.
Participants can look forward to age-appropriate race distances: the 11-14 year-olds will swim 200 yards, bike 5 miles, and run 1.2 miles, while the 7-10 year-olds will tackle a 100-yard swim, 2.5-mile bike, and 0.7-mile run. Younger athletes, aged 5-6, can join the splash & dash with a flexible swim based on skill and comfort, followed by a 0.5-mile run. Whether your child is a seasoned competitor or trying triathlon for the first time, the NSYT promises a memorable and inspiring experience. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to promote fitness, camaraderie, and personal achievement!
Participants can look forward to age-appropriate race distances: the 11-14 year-olds will swim 200 yards, bike 5 miles, and run 1.2 miles, while the 7-10 year-olds will tackle a 100-yard swim, 2.5-mile bike, and 0.7-mile run. Younger athletes, aged 5-6, can join the splash & dash with a flexible swim based on skill and comfort, followed by a 0.5-mile run. Whether your child is a seasoned competitor or trying triathlon for the first time, the NSYT promises a memorable and inspiring experience. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to promote fitness, camaraderie, and personal achievement!
Organiser's Description
We invite youth between the ages of 5 and 14 to join us at the North Shore Youth Triathlon (NSYT). The NSYT challenges youth to develop fitness and achieve their personal best while having fun!
The NSYT is hosted by the not-for-profit Evanston-based OWLS (Open Water Lake Swimmers) and draws on over fifteen years of experience inspiring youth through triathlon.
The event is held at Evanston Township High School. This includes a pool swim, closed to traffic bike course, and run on ETHS grounds.
Event Distances:
11-14 year old: Swim 200 yards, Bike 5 miles, Run 1.2 miles
7-10 year old: swim 100 yard, Bike 2.5 miles, Run 0.7 miles
5-6 year old splash & dash: swim flexible based on skill and comfort level, Run 0.5 mile
*For need based scholarship, please contact Craig Strong at [email protected]
*If your child would like to race in a different age category than their current age for any reason (Ex: shorter or longer swim), please register them for their current age group and then email [email protected] so we can make the change for you.
PACKET PICK UP:
Friday, August 14th 5-7:00 PM
Saturday August 15th 4-7:00 PM
Both packet pickups will be located at ETHS in the grassy area near the pool entrance off of Dodge Avenue, north of Door 1.
The NSYT is hosted by the not-for-profit Evanston-based OWLS (Open Water Lake Swimmers) and draws on over fifteen years of experience inspiring youth through triathlon.
The event is held at Evanston Township High School. This includes a pool swim, closed to traffic bike course, and run on ETHS grounds.
Event Distances:
11-14 year old: Swim 200 yards, Bike 5 miles, Run 1.2 miles
7-10 year old: swim 100 yard, Bike 2.5 miles, Run 0.7 miles
5-6 year old splash & dash: swim flexible based on skill and comfort level, Run 0.5 mile
*For need based scholarship, please contact Craig Strong at [email protected]
*If your child would like to race in a different age category than their current age for any reason (Ex: shorter or longer swim), please register them for their current age group and then email [email protected] so we can make the change for you.
PACKET PICK UP:
Friday, August 14th 5-7:00 PM
Saturday August 15th 4-7:00 PM
Both packet pickups will be located at ETHS in the grassy area near the pool entrance off of Dodge Avenue, north of Door 1.
Races
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Youth Triathlon 11-14 Year Old
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 16th August 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$54.00
OPENS 01 FEBSwim 200 yards Bike 5 miles Run 1.2 miles Each athlete will be required to be a USAT member (purchased at check out). Athletes can purchase a 1-day event membership ($10) that is only good for the date of this triathlon or a premier membership ($25) that is good for all events from date of purchase until the athlete turns 18. -
Youth Triathlon 7-10 Year Old
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 16th August 2026 (8:30AM CDT)
$54.00
OPENS 01 FEB100 yard Bike 2.5 miles Run 0.7 miles Each athlete will be required to be a USAT member (purchased at check out). Athletes can purchase a 1-day event membership ($10) that is only good for the date of this triathlon or a premier membership ($25) that is good for all events from date of purchase until the athlete turns 18. -
Youth Triathlon Splash & Dash 5-6 Year Old
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 16th August 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$27.50
OPENS 01 FEBSwim distance flexible based on skill and comfort level Run 0.5 mile Each athlete will be required to be a USAT member (purchased at check out). Athletes can purchase a 1-day event membership ($10) that is only good for the date of this triathlon or a premier membership ($25) that is good for all events from date of purchase until the athlete turns 18. -
Youth Triathlon 11-14 Year Old Relay
Incl. $6.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 16th August 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$96.40
OPENS 01 FEBA team of 2 or 3 athletes will complete the following: Swim 200 yards Bike 5 miles Run 1.2 miles Each athlete will be required to be a USAT member (purchased at check out). Athletes can purchase a 1-day event membership ($10) that is only good for the date of this triathlon or a premier membership ($25) that is good for all events from date of purchase until the athlete turns 18. -
Youth Triathlon 7-10 Year Old Relay
Incl. $6.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 16th August 2026 (8:30AM CDT)
$96.40
OPENS 01 FEBA team of 2 or 3 athletes will complete the following: 100 yard Bike 2.5 miles Run 0.7 miles Each athlete will be required to be a USAT member (purchased at check out). Athletes can purchase a 1-day event membership ($10) that is only good for the date of this triathlon or a premier membership ($25) that is good for all events from date of purchase until the athlete turns 18.
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