Youth Triathlon Training

The Youth Triathlon Training program is an 11-week training course designed to prepare young athletes for the Mark Ernest Memorial Kids Triathlon in Door County on July 12, 2025.  This program will focus on building endurance, technique, and confidence in the three triathlon disciplines:  swimming, biking, and running.  Our goal is to create a supportive and fun environment where participants can develop their skills and enjoy the journey leading up to race day.

Program Details:

All Parent Meeting—Wednesday, April 23rd at 5:30pm.  Meet the coaches, learn about the triathlon, training and rules of the program.

· Duration:  11 weeks

· Dates:  April 28, 2025 through July 12, 2025 (race day)

· Location:  Various training locations including the YMCA pool, pigeon lake, running trails, and safe biking routes.

· Ages:  Open to youth participants (ages 7-13 by December 31, 2025)

· Program Fee:  $50 per participant - register online HERE (additional triathlon fee is required - sign up on your own at www.doorcountytriathlon.com )

· Included in Fee:

· Guided training sessions

· Coaching from experienced triathletes and swim teach coaches

· Triathlon t-shirt for race day

Training Focus Areas:

· Swimming:  Techniques, endurance building, and open-water preparation (will need goggles and 
swimsuit—swim cap will be provided).

· Biking:  Safety, efficiency and endurance for race conditions (will need bike, shoes, helmet.  Must transport own bikes to YMCA on select days).

· Running:  Pacing strategies, endurance, and transition practice (will need to provide tennis shoes).

· Transitions:  Practicing smooth transitions between swim, bike, and run.

Coaching & Support:

Participants will receive expert guidance from our Swim Team Coach and experienced triathlon athletes who will share insights on training, race-day preparation, and strategies for a successful race experience.

Race Day Details:

Participants will represent our program by wearing their provided Youth Triathlon Training t-shirt during the 
Mark Ernest Memorial Kids Triathlon.  Families will be required to transport their children to the triathlon and 
encouraged to attend and cheer on their young athletes as they put their hard work into action!