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Tri the Rock
It’s waiting for you ... all you have to do is try!
Come for a day of fun, food prizes and sports. This annual youth triathlon is for young athletes ages five to 18.
From kids who have never even heard of a triathlon to seasoned competitive triathletes, Tri the Rock encourages kids to get out and give it a try.
Race information
Sunday, May 17, 2020
6 a.m. - bike racks open
7:30 a.m. - race begins
Butterfield Crossing Park and Pool
3952 W. Butterfield Crossing Drive
Free First Timer Clinic
New to the sport of triathlon and wondering how it all works? Check out our free informational clinic. Space is limited so don’t delay in registering. Can’t make the clinic? Check out this informational handout.
Date: Sunday, May 3
Time: 2-4:30 p.m.
Location: Butterfield Crossing Park
Age Divisions
Tri the Rock now competes based on the athlete’s age as of race day. Be sure to register accordingly.
15-18 years old
New age group this year!
- 100-meter swim (four pool lengths, down and back twice)
- 16-kilometer bike ride
- 3-mile run
11-12 and 13-14 years old
- 100-meter swim (four pool lengths, down and back twice)
- 8-kilometer bike ride - course map
- 2-kilometer run - course map
7-8 years and 9-10 years
- 50-meter swim (two pool lengths, down and back)
- 4-kilometer bike ride - course map
- 1-kilometer run - course map
5-6 years old
- 25-meter swim (one pool length)
- 1-kilometer bike ride (one lap around Butterfield Park) - course map
- 500-meter run - course map
Please note: check-in for this age group does not begin until 10:30 a.m.
Looking to help out?
We couldn't do it without you! Volunteer shift sign-up available at VolunteerConnectDC.org