Tri Kids Triathlon Series

By: Tara Pavelic
Run Well Events

Anyone can do it!

Swimming, biking and running….a combination that spells FUN! Most kids enjoy riding their bike, swimming and running around and that’s basically what triathlon is. An individual sport that combines three popular activities, triathlon promotes fitness in an exciting race format. Triathlon has become a very popular sport in Canada, despite our cold, long winters, and some of our Canadian triathletes are the best in the world.  The first ever Olympic Gold medal in triathlon was won by a Canadian, Simon Whitfield, in the 2000 Winter Games.

Tri Kids is Ontario’s newest triathlon series created just for kids!  The young participants complete age-appropriate distances in all three disciplines. Tri Kids races are safe, non-competitive events that celebrate participation. We believe that everyone can do a triathlon; you need not be the fastest or fittest or have the best bike in town.  All you need is a swim suit, a bike in good working order, a helmet, running shoes and a bunch of enthusiasm.  Our belief is that children need to participate in activities that provide a positive experience, an experience that will inspire a lifetime of activity. Our goal is to create memorable events where the kids are the focus and their accomplishment is celebrated by their family and friends, our volunteers and us.

Mark your calendars with the Tri Kids event dates and be sure to register early as these races are sure to sell out. Tri Kids Mississauga takes place on June 21; Oakville on July 12, Bracebridge on August 8 and the last race of the season is in Milton on September 26.

For more information about the series visit www.runwellevents.com or you can email the Race Directors at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 905-582-4633.