Event Description

Welcome to the 2023 West Point Youth Triathlon! This year's race is NOT a TOUGHKids event or a USAT Sanctioned race.  The race is just-for-fun race with no podium awards to introduce kids to the sport of triathlon.  All athletes will receive a t-shirt and a finisher's medal.  The race will be held on the 12th of August for ages 4-14.  There are two different races - one for kids aged 4-6 and one for kids aged 7-14.  The race will fill up quickly! 

Parents, please consider volunteering to support the youth race or joining us for the 33rd Annual West Point Sprint Triathlon on Sunday August 13, 2023 at Camp Buckner West Point, NY.  Register at: 33rd Annual West Point Triathlon - Cornwall, NY 2023 | ACTIVE

The athlete's guide with information on this event as well as the Sunday sprint triathlon will be published at a later date.

Event details and schedule

The transition area will open at 1200 (12:00 PM). The 4-6 year old division will begin at 1300 (1:00 PM) on Saturday 12 August 2023. The 7-14 year old division will begin once the last 4-6 year old athlete has crossed the finish line.

4-6 year old division: Swim – 10 yards, Bike – 0.25 mile (training wheels and strider bikes are okay), Run – 50 yards. One parent is allowed to be helper during all events. The "swim" is in water approximately 1 foot deep, most kids are able to walk/run the entire distance. Minimal swimming experience is required.

7-14 year old division: Swim – 100 yards, Bike – 1 mile, Run – 0.75 mile. The swim is across open water. Athletes should be comfortable swimming a consistent 100 yards without breaks or assistance. Lifeguards will be on site and kayaks/paddle boards will be in the water for safety and assistance if needed.

All events will take place within the grounds of Camp Buckner on a closed course.