The Life Time Kids Tri Chicago is the perfect launching pad for a youngster to break into the sport and the kick-off event of the Chicago Triathlon weekend. The swim takes place in Lake Michigan at Chicago’s Foster Beach, including a shallow water start, parallel to the beach. The bike and run take place on closed park roadways and running paths all along Chicago’s beautiful lakefront.
Race Details
Every participant gets some great gear, including a custom finisher medal, race T-shirt, swim cap, bib number, and more. Post-race snacks and refreshments will be provided. Relays are not allowed. All finishers will receive awards, and there will be lots of giveaways and tuns of fun after the race.
Schedule
Visit the link below for the complete schedule of everything you need to know about the Kid’s Tri during the 2021 Chicago Triathlon race weekend.
Course
Race along the shores of Lake Michigan with a swim that takes place in Lake Michigan at Chicago’s Foster Beach, including a shallow water start, parallel to the beach. The bike and run take place on closed park roadways and running paths all along Chicago’s beautiful lakefront.
Our course is wheelchair friendly, and we gladly welcome para-athletes to participate.
Divisions
The Kid’s Tri is comprised of young athletes with varying athletic abilities, interest levels, and goals when it comes to triathlon.
In the spirit of providing a customized race experience, athletes now have the ability to decide how competitive they wish to be, who they start alongside, and/or when they start their respective journey.
Awards
All kids tri participants receive a finishers medal! Additionally, our young triathletes can earn hardware 3 other ways.
Rivaling the largest youth triathlons nationwide, the Life Time Kids Tri Chicago attracts more than 1,000 youth athletes every year! The race is open to boys and girls 7-14 years old and offers both individual and relay team competition. There is an age Division separation for relays, so teams must consist of athletes within the same Division, Junior (7-10 years) or Senior (11-14 years).
Life Time Kids Tri Chicago is excited to welcome a very special group of inspiring youth triathletes–our paratriathletes! For many years a dedicated, determined group of up and coming super stars gather on this very weekend to show the world just how it’s done!
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
New to kids triathlon? Welcome! Returning athlete? Welcome back! Whether you’re just beginning your journey or are looking to cross another finish line, we want to make your experience the best it can be! We’ve assembled a list of frequently asked questions to help with general inquires and nitty-gritty details of race day for you and your child.
ATHLETE GUIDE
Be prepared for race day! Check out the 2019 Athlete Guide for detailed schedules, course information and more.
> View the 2019 Athlete Guide