July 31, 2023
YMCA of Bucks and Hunterdon Counties will host its annual Kids Triathlon at the Doylestown branch on Sunday, August 13. The YMCA Kids Tri has been an annual event for the community since 2008, returning last year following a two-year pause during the pandemic. The 13th Annual Kids Tri will be held from 7:30-11 AM and is open to athletes ages three to 14.
The YMCA Kids Tri is a swim, run and bike event incorporating the pool, parking lots, and surrounding neighborhood streets. Courses are configured to the 6-14 year old age groups, and feature a special “WeeBees” course for three to five-year olds accompanied by an adult. This year’s event builds on the success of last year’s inclusive “Compete to Complete” theme, when over 170 children and teens entered and completed their course with a fun, single-podium finish line experience.
"We can’t wait to host the children and families of our community at this year’s 13th annual YMCA Kids Triathlon,” said Kids Triathlon Race Director Justin Grand, associate executive for Central Bucks Region of YMCA of Bucks and Hunterdon Counties. “Compete to Complete is all about finding your finish line, and every youth athlete will do just that. We have one podium and every child will be a champion that day.”
The “Kids Tri Village,” providing shaded areas, refreshments, and entertainment, offers participants and their families opportunities to learn more about “Y for All,” the Y’s commitment to diversity and inclusion. The Y recognizes that individuals, families, and communities are diverse, and is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone belongs and succeeds. Activities include Bucks Bubbles Foam Party, bounce house, arts and crafts, and live music by Bobby Beetcut.
“The athlete experience will be better than ever,” Grand continued. “Through the support of USA Triathlon through the USA Kids Tri Initiative, the YMCA Kids Triathlon experience promises to maintain its local feel while serving as a national youth triathlon model.”,
The Y’s 13th Annual Kids Triathlon is presented by The GIANT Company, GMG Insurance, AMM (Antheil, Maslow & MacMinn, LLP), Peddler’s Village, Penn Community Bank, Fitnessmith, Visit Bucks County Pennsylvania, CHOPT, and Simply Fresh by McCaffrey’s. The YMCA Kids Tri is supported by USA Triathlon, who is providing all participating athletes with Zone3 swim goggles, swim caps and a free USA Triathlon Annual Youth Membership. For more information and to register, families may visit http://www.ymcabhc.org/kids-tri.
Registration is currently open, but the entrant fee increases on August 7.