RVA Sprint Triathlon
Sunday, August 27, 2023
Past event
10:30 AM EDT
Rockville, Virginia
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day at the RVA Sprint Triathlon on Sunday, August 27, 2023, in the scenic town of Rockville, Hanover! As Richmond's only pool sprint triathlon, this event promises a fantastic experience for both novice and seasoned athletes alike. Participants will dive into a 300-meter pool swim before tackling a 20-kilometer rolling bike course through beautiful rural roads, culminating in a lively 5-kilometer run. The event features a unique seeded race start, adding a fun twist as the top seeded women will race approximately 7 minutes ahead of the top seeded men, setting the stage for an exciting battle to the finish line.
But that's not all! The RVA Sprint Triathlon also offers a Kids Splash & Dash event for children aged 12 and under, where they'll complete a 100-yard pool swim and a 1-kilometer out-and-back run. Whether you're looking to compete or cheer on the next generation of triathletes, this event is sure to deliver an unforgettable day filled with camaraderie and spirited competition. Don’t miss out on this lively celebration of fitness in beautiful Rockville, VA!
But that's not all! The RVA Sprint Triathlon also offers a Kids Splash & Dash event for children aged 12 and under, where they'll complete a 100-yard pool swim and a 1-kilometer out-and-back run. Whether you're looking to compete or cheer on the next generation of triathletes, this event is sure to deliver an unforgettable day filled with camaraderie and spirited competition. Don’t miss out on this lively celebration of fitness in beautiful Rockville, VA!
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Organiser's description
The RVA Sprint Triathlon is Richmonds only pool sprint triathlon. Hosted by the Rockville Center, this race is set in beautiful Rockville, VA. Participants will enjoy a short pool swim, rolling rural bike, and fun out-and-back run course. Perfect for the beginner triathlete with the pool swim but also the seasoned athlete! The RVA Sprint Tri will feature a seeded race start with the top 12 seeded women starting approximately 7 minutes ahead of the top 12 seeded men to set up an exciting battle of the sexes to cross the finish line first! See race website for details on seeded races. We will also offer a Kids Splash & Dash (Swim-Run) race for ages 12 & under.
ADULT & YOUTH RACES
We will offer the sprint distance triathlon for ages 13 to adult and a youth Splash & Dash (swim-run) race for ages 12 & under.
SPRINT COURSE
Participants will complete a 300m pool swim, 20k rolling bike on rural roads, and a fun 5k run.
KIDS SPLASH & DASH COURSE
Ages 12 & under will complete a 100yd pool swim and 1k (.62mi) out-and-back run.
ADULT & YOUTH RACES
We will offer the sprint distance triathlon for ages 13 to adult and a youth Splash & Dash (swim-run) race for ages 12 & under.
SPRINT COURSE
Participants will complete a 300m pool swim, 20k rolling bike on rural roads, and a fun 5k run.
KIDS SPLASH & DASH COURSE
Ages 12 & under will complete a 100yd pool swim and 1k (.62mi) out-and-back run.
Location
16238 Pouncey Tract Road, Rockville, 23146, VA, United States
RVA Sprint Triathlon
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