10th Annual AATC Kids’ Triathlon - POSTPONED
(formerly Saline Kids’ Triathlon)
The 10th Annual Kids’ Triathlon hosted by the Ann Arbor Triathlon Club and scheduled for June 22, 2008 on the grounds of the Saline High School has been postponed. This year’s event will be combined with the 19th Annual Sylvania SuperKids Triathlon/Duathlon scheduled for August 9, 2008 at Olander Park in Sylvania, Ohio. For more information and registration please visit
www.eliteendeavors.com/race_superkids.htm
Registration for the June 22, 2008 Kids’ Tri has been closed and all kids who have registered for this event will be allowed to transfer their entry to the Sylvania SuperKids Triathlon/Duathlon at no additional cost or have their entry fee refunded.
Why has the Ann Arbor event been postponed and combined with the 19th Annual Sylvania SuperKids event?
The Sylvania SuperKids event is one of the oldest and best kid events in the country. The Ann Arbor Triathlon Club, host of the Ann Arbor Kids’ Triathlon, now has the opportunity to grow its local Kids’ Tri into a SuperKids event with its partner, Elite Endeavors, and the Toledo Triathlon Club. Although the events will be combined into one event this year – on the same weekend as the prestigious Sylvania Olympic distance Triathlon/Duathlon - the plan is to have a SuperKids Ann Arbor and Sylvania Series beginning in 2009 to better meet the needs and interests of kids and their families. Our mission will remain the same – to promote life-time fitness, healthy competition, positive life-styles and support the Trails’ Edge Camp for medically fragile children. We hope you will join us in Sylvania this year and participate in the series next year.
Thanks for your support,
Michael Wendorf
Race Director
Sunday, June 22, 2008
For the fourth year, the event will be at the new Saline High School:
1300 Campus Parkway, Saline, MI
Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and affordable event for kids up to 14 years old. All proceeds are donated to the Trail's Edge Camp, a non-profit organization for ventilator-dependent children (located in Mayville, MI and affiliated with the University of Michigan). The Ann Arbor Tri Club Kids' Triathlon is a USAT sanctioned event.
Categories and Fees
Important: All participants must register according to their age on December 31, 2008. This means, if a child is 10 on race day, but will turn 11 on or before December 31, 2008, they must race as an 11 year old. Please contact the race director if you have any questions.
Please note that age group of relay teams is dictated by the race-age of the oldest member of the group.
| Until June 12: | Until June 20: | |
| Triathlon: Individual | ||
| Age 7–10 | $20 | $25 |
| Age 11–14 | $20 | $25 |
| Triathlon: Relay (3 person relay) | ||
| Age 7–10 | $35 | $40 |
| Age 11–14 | $35 | $40 |
| Fun Run | ||
| All ages | $7 | $10 |
Distances
| Triathlon: | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Swim | Bike | Run | |
| Age 7–10: | 100yd | 2.3mi | 0.5mi |
| Age 11–14: | 200yd | 4.6mi | 1.0mi |
| Fun Run: | |
|---|---|
| Age 5–6: | 1/4 mile |
| Age 2–4: | 1/8 mile |
| Under 2: | 10 yards |
Equipment
- Approved CPSC/ANSI/SNELL bike helmet must be worn.
- All bikes must have handlebar plugs or grips that cover the ends of the handlebar (Tape is not acceptable).
- Swim cap that is provided must be worn during the swim.
Fees, Awards, and Refunds
All participants must have a USAT membership. All finishers will receive a finisher's award, event t-shirt, and post race refreshments. Certificates will be given to the top 3 boys and top 3 girls for each age. Certificates will also be given to the top 3 relays in the 7-10 and 11-14 age groups. No refunds.
Important Notes
- Kids CAN NOT do both individual and relay events.
- All bikes, etc., must be set up in the transition area by 7:15, and kids must be present for a pre-race meeting at 7:15.
- Maximum time limit is 45 minutes for 7-10 yr olds, and 60 minutes for 11-14 yr olds.
- No parents will be allowed in the swim/bike/run transition area. Plenty of qualified volunteers will be in the transition area to assist and direct kids.
- Medical and police personnel will be on site.
Triathlon Orientation and Training
Ann Arbor Triathlon Club partner Body Specs, Inc. is hosting a free “Triathlon Training orientation” on Saturday, May 3rd at 2pm. They are also offering a training program tailored specifically for this race! Visit their Triathon Kid’s program page for details.
Registration
Please note in registering that your child will be racing their age as of December 31, 2008. This is a USAT rule. Thus a child who is 10 on June 22 but will turn 11 on or before December 31, 2008 must register and will race as an 11 year old. All participants must be USAT members. Please see USAT’s membership site for information on purchasing a Youth Membership.
Also note that age group of relay teams is dictated by the race-age of the oldest member of the group.
Three ways to register:
- On-line at
- Download and complete application. Download and complete a USA Triathlon (USAT) waiver* for each kid. Mail to address below.
- Get application from local businesses, and complete. Download and complete a USA Triathlon (USAT) waiver* for each kid. Mail to address below.
*USAT waiver available soon.
Online registration closes at 5pm on June 20th. Registration in person is available at packet pick-up and race morning.
Kids’ Triathlon
Michael Wendorf
4274 Upper Glade Court
Ann Arbor, Michigan 48103
Schedule of Events
| Saturday, June 21st | |
|---|---|
| 12–3pm | Packet Pick-up and late registration at Two Wheel Tango. (3162 Packard Rd.) Packet pick-up and registration will be available the morning of the race, but we URGE you to pick up your packet early — it will make everything easier for both you and us the morning of the event. Reminder for relays: We must receive USAT Waivers signed by the respective parent/guardian for all three relay members before we can give you your packets. |
| Sunday, June 22nd | |
| 6:30 AM: | Packet pick-up, day-of registration and check-in begins. Triathletes: Set up your equipment in the swim/bike/run transition area. |
| 7:00 AM: | Late registration and packet pick-up ends for all triathlon events |
| 7:15 AM: | Pre-race meeting in pool stands mandatory for all triathlon participants |
| 7:30 AM: | Ages 7-10 individual and relay triathlon begins |
| 8:30 AM: | (approximate) Ages 11-14 individual and relay triathlon begins |
| 9:30 AM: | Late registration and packet pick-up ends for all fun run events |
| 10:00 AM: | (approximate) Fun run events begin |
| 10:30 AM: | (approximate) Triathlon Awards Ceremony
|
Directions and Road Closures
Saline High School
1300 Campus Parkway
Saline, MI 48176
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Download a map here.
NOTE: Access to the high school from State Rd will be closed at 7AM on the morning of the event. Access from Industrial Dr. will remain open during the event. See course maps for detailed information on road closures.
Course Maps
Maps for the triathlon and fun run are here. The triathlon and fun run are closed to all vehicular traffic. The swim takes place in the 8-lane pool at Saline High School. The bike course is a looped course, primarily on Campus Parkway. 7-10 yr olds do the loop once; 11-14 yr olds do the loop twice. (There are a couple of moderate hills, so practice your hill climbing!) The run course exits the bicycle transition area and includes a run around the high school track that circles the football field. The entire run course is closed to all any vehicle traffic, fully marshalled, flat and fast.
Prize Drawing!
After the award ceremony, there will be a drawing for fabulous prizes from our wonderful sponsors — you must be present to win though, so make sure you stick around!
Post-race food and beverages will be available for athletes.
Still Have Questions???
Contact Michael Wendorf at kidstri@aatriclub.org.
Race Results:
2007
All age groups2006
7-10 Results (PDF, 44KB)11-14 Results (PDF, 44KB)
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