2023 Milton Race Weekend Guide

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2023 Milton Race Weekend Guide

 

And just like that it’s the end of the summer! We’re in Milton for the fourth and final race this weekend of our 2023 season powered by Pure Flavor! All athletes have been sent the Guide to the email address used when they registered. Please review the Guide before the weekend.

DOWNLOAD THE RACE WEEKEND GUIDE HERE

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to send us an email. Please note that email response times will be delayed during the race weekend.

We can’t wait to see you this weekend!

-TRi KiDS Triathlon Series powered by Pure Flavor

2023 Niagara Race Weekend Guide

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2023 Niagara Race Weekend Guide

 

We’re back in Niagara for the third race of our 2023 season powered by Pure Flavor! All athletes have been sent the Guide to the email address used when they registered. Please review the Guide before the weekend.

DOWNLOAD THE RACE WEEKEND GUIDE HERE

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to send us an email. Please note that email response times will be delayed during the race weekend.

We can’t wait to see you this weekend!

-TRi KiDS Triathlon Series powered by Pure Flavor

2023 TRi KiDS Niagara is SOLD OUT

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The 2023 TRi KiDS Niagara event scheduled for August 20, 2023 at Vale Health & Wellness Centre is officially SOLD OUT! Parents can sign up for the waitlist here and will be contacted in the order of sign up if spots become available.

Registration for TRi KiDS 2023 is now closed as all events have SOLD OUT. You can still sign up for PureKids races in Windsor and Leamington this summer here if you’re looking to get racing.

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Important Burlington Race Safety Update

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Important Burlington Safety Update

As you are probably aware, there are numerous forest fires in Quebec and northeastern Ontario that have resulted in smoke plumes that have deteriorated air quality in much of the province, including Burlington. We’ve received some inquiries regarding our response and wanted to provide an update to all parents and athletes for this weekend’s race at Nelson Park & Outdoor Pool.

Safety is of the utmost importance for TRi KiDS, and we will always prioritize the safety of our athletes and spectators over all else. As such, we have developed a set of contingency plans based on the Air Quality Health Index (AQHI) score published by Environment Canada for Burlington.

To be clear, TRi KiDS Burlington is currently proceeding as planned this weekend. The situation is dynamic and any updates will be communicated as soon as possible via our website, email, and social media.

The following plan will apply based on the AQHI for Burlington:
If the AQHI is 6 or less: proceed as usual
If the AQHI is 7 or 8: the bike and run portions of the event will be reduced
If the AQHI is 9 or greater: the race will be cancelled*
*Due to scheduling complexities, we will not be able to postpone the event to a new date should it need to be cancelled. If the event is cancelled, all registered athletes can pickup their race kit on Saturday or Sunday, including a bib, goody bag, t-shirt, and medal.

The final decision on whether the race proceeds will be made by Saturday, June 10 at 11am.

No matter the decision made, we recommend exercising caution when racing this weekend, particularly for those with asthma or other lung conditions. If you or anyone with you is experiencing difficulty breathing at the event, please consult with our medical team under the Orange medical tent.

We understand that decisions like these are difficult, but please rest assured that they are made in the best interests of you and your family. Should you have any questions or concerns regarding our plan, please do not hesitate to reach out.

– TRi KiDS Triathlon Series powered by Pure Flavor

2023 Burlington Race Weekend Guide

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2023 Burlington Race Weekend Guide

 

Please review important safety information relating to air quality here.

We’re back in Burlington for the second race of our 2023 season powered by Pure Flavor! All athletes have been sent the Guide to the email address used when they registered. Please review the Guide before the weekend.

Please note that the following policies apply for TRi KiDS Burlington powered by Pure Flavor, taking place on June 11:

All athletes in the 6-7 age group will be required to wear a CSA-certified life jacket (provided by the City or you) during the swim portion of the event.

All athletes in the 8-9 and 10-11 age groups will be required to complete a 25m swim test in advance of their race. If you would like to complete the swim test, please arrive at the yellow wave calling tent between 9:50am and 10:30am to be marshalled for the swim test. All athletes will be required at arrive at the swim test by 10:30am to allow enough time for setting up the 8-9 age group. The first wave of 8-9 year olds will begin swimming at 11:10am.

If an athlete chooses not to complete the swim test during the allocated period or fails the swim test, they will be required to wear a CSA-certified life jacket (provided by the City or you) during the swim portion of the event.

We are unable to provide exceptions to this policy as it is mandated by the City of Burlington.

DOWNLOAD THE RACE WEEKEND GUIDE HERE

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to send us an email. Please note that email response times will be delayed during the race weekend.

We can’t wait to see you this weekend!

-TRi KiDS Triathlon Series powered by Pure Flavor

2023 London Race Weekend Guide

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2023 London Race Weekend Guide

 

We’re back in London for the start of our 2023 season powered by Pure Flavor! All athletes have been sent the Guide to the email address used when they registered. Please review the Guide before the weekend.

There are still limited spots available in the race on Sunday. If you’re interested in participating, please attend our Race Kit Pickup on Saturday, May 27 at Carling Heights between 11:30am and 2pm to register in person.

DOWNLOAD THE RACE WEEKEND GUIDE HERE

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to send us an email. Please note that email response times will be delayed during the race weekend.

We can’t wait to see you this weekend!

-TRi KiDS Triathlon Series powered by Pure Flavor

2023 TRi KiDS Milton is SOLD OUT

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UPDATE: The waitlist for Milton is now FULL and additional spaces are not available by email.`

The 2023 TRi KiDS Milton event scheduled for September 3, 2023 at Milton Sports Centre is officially SOLD OUT! Parents can sign up for the waitlist here and will be contacted in the order of sign up if spots become available.

There is still space available at our London and Niagara events, although spots are filing very quickly! Sign up today at trikids.ca/register before its too late!

As a reminder, sign up for our newsletter to be the first to hear about any updates and special offers!

 

2023 TRi KiDS Burlington is SOLD OUT

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UPDATE: The waitlist for Burlington is now FULL and additional spaces are not available by email.`

The 2023 TRi KiDS Burlington event scheduled for June 11, 2023 at Nelson Park is officially sold out! Parents can sign up for the waitlist here and will be contacted in the order of sign up if spots become available.

There is still room at our other 2023 events, although spots are filing very quickly! Don’t get caught with your guard down, sign up today at trikids.ca/register before its too late!

As a reminder, sign up for our newsletter to be the first to hear about any updates and special offers!

Registration Now Open for 2023 Season

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TRi KiDS is pleased to announce that registration for the 2023 season opened on January 12th at 12pm. Athletes can be registered for all four of our events, something we suggest you complete sooner rather than later. All our events sell out quickly, so secure your spot by going to trikids.ca/register today!

We strongly suggest you thoroughly review the individual event page and our refund policy before signing up. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us before completing the registration process.

P.S. You can stay up to date first by signing up for our newsletter. You’ll get unique content, fun giveaways, and more delivered right to your inbox. Plus, subscribers get access to deals, products, and registration before anyone else!

2023 Season Dates & Registration Information

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As snow begins to fall and the holiday season approaches, it’s the perfect time to begin planning for Summer 2023. We have confirmed our schedule for next season and are so excited to share it with you:

  • London (Carling Heights Optimist Community Centre) – May 28, 2023
  • Burlington (Nelson Pool & Park) – June 11, 2023
    • The Burlington event will return to a regular schedule with the first wave of 3-5 year olds beginning their race at 8:30am
  • Niagara (Vale Health Centre, Port Colborne) – August 20, 2023
  • Milton (Milton Sports Centre) – September 3, 2023

You can find additional information for each race by clicking on the applicable link. If you have any questions, you can find FAQs here or email us here.

Public registration opens for all races on January 12, 2023 at 12:00pm. Newsletter subscribers will get early access to registration before anyone else.

If you deferred your registration from 2022, you will receive additional information over the next week or so with more details on how to process a registration for 2023.

P.S. You can stay up to date first by signing up for our newsletter. You’ll get unique content, fun giveaways, and more delivered right to your inbox. Plus, subscribers get access to deals, products, and registration before anyone else!

2022 Milton Race Weekend Guide

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2022 Milton Race Weekend Guide

 

Our final and largest race of 2022, TRi KiDS Milton, is back and it’s this weekend! All athletes have been sent the Guide to the email address used when they registered. Please review the Guide before the weekend.

DOWNLOAD THE RACE WEEKEND GUIDE HERE

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to send us an email. Please note that email response times will be delayed during the race weekend.

We can’t wait to see you this weekend!

– Ryan & the TRi KiDS crew

2022 Niagara Race Weekend Guide

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2022 Niagara Race Weekend Guide

We are aware of the rain in the forecast on Sunday. Please note that TRi KiDS races operate rain or shine and cannot be postponed to a later date. If rain makes the bike course unsafe, the race will move to a run only event. In the event of lightning or thunder, the race will be delayed until 30 minutes after the last occurrence and updates will be communicated promptly. We look forward to seeing you on Sunday!

 

TRi KiDS Niagara is back in Port Colborne and it’s this weekend! All athletes have been sent the Guide to the email address used when they registered. Please review the Guide before the weekend.

DOWNLOAD THE RACE WEEKEND GUIDE HERE

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to send us an email. Please note that email response times will be delayed during the race weekend.

We can’t wait to see you this weekend!

– Ryan & the TRi KiDS crew

2022 Burlington Race Weekend Guide

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We are aware of the rain in the forecast on Sunday. Please note that TRi KiDS races operate rain or shine and cannot be postponed. If the City closes the pool due to heavy rain, the race will move to a bike-run event. If rain makes the bike course unsafe, the race will move to a run only event. In the event of lightning or thunder, the race will be delayed until 30 minutes after the last occurrence and updates will be communicated promptly. We look forward to seeing you on Sunday!

2022 Burlington Race Weekend Guide

TRi KiDS Burlington is back for the first time since 2019 and it’s this weekend! All athletes have been sent the Guide to the email address used when they registered. Please review the Guide before the weekend.

DOWNLOAD THE RACE WEEKEND GUIDE HERE

Additionally, please review the following important swim information for Burlington. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to send us an email.

We can’t wait to see you this weekend!

– Ryan & the TRi KiDS crew

2022 TRi KiDS Milton is SOLD OUT

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The 2022 TRi KiDS Milton event scheduled for September 4, 2022 at Milton Sports Centre is officially sold out! Due to high demand, we are actively looking at expanding capacity however it is not guaranteed. Parents can sign up for the wait list here and will be contacted in the order of sign up if spots become available.

There is still room at our Niagara event, although spots are filing very quickly! Don’t get caught with your guard down, sign up today at trikids.ca/register before its too late!

As a reminder, sign up for our newsletter to be the first to hear about any updates and special offers!

 

2022 TRi KiDS Burlington is SOLD OUT

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The 2022 TRi KiDS Burlington event scheduled for June 12, 2022 at Nelson Park is officially sold out! Due to high demand, we are actively looking at expanding capacity however it is not guaranteed. Parents can sign up for the wait list here and will be contacted in the order of sign up if spots become available.

There is still room at our Niagara and Milton events, although spots are filing very quickly! Don’t get caught with your guard down, sign up today at trikids.ca/register before its too late!

As a reminder, sign up for our newsletter to be the first to hear about any updates and special offers!

 

Registration Now Open for 2022 Season

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TRi KiDS is pleased to announce that registration for the 2022 season opened on January 6th at 10am. Athletes can be registered for all three of our events, something we suggest you complete sooner rather than later. All our events sell out quickly, so secure your spot by going to trikids.ca/register today!

We strongly suggest you thoroughly review the individual event page and our refund policy before signing up. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us before completing the registration process.

As a reminder, updates regarding COVID-19 will be posted here as they become available.

For those of you who cannot make an in-person event in 2022, we will continue to offer the TRi KiDS at Home program, with registration opening in early March. More details will be available soon.

P.S. You can stay up to date first by signing up for our newsletter. You’ll get unique content, fun giveaways, and more delivered right to your inbox. Plus, subscribers get access to deals, products, and registration before anyone else!

2022 Season Dates & Registration Information

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As snow begins to fall and the holiday season approaches, it’s the perfect time to begin planning for Summer 2022. We have confirmed our schedule for next season and are so excited to share it with you:

  • Burlington (Nelson Pool & Park) – June 12, 2022
    • Due to renovations on other City pools, this race will take place in the afternoon, with the first wave starting at 3:30 P.M.
  • Niagara (Vale Health Centre, Port Colborne) – August 21, 2022
  • Milton (Milton Sports Centre) – September 4, 2022

You can find additional information for each race by clicking on the applicable link. If you have any questions, you can find FAQs here or email us here.

We are proud to announce that all of our events will return to full capacity (subject to applicable public health guidelines at the time of each race). For more details about our COVID-19 precautions as the races approach, please keep on eye on this page.

We have also heard your suggestions for future venues, so keep them coming! We will base our decisions for future races on your demand, so in this case the loudest might win! For those of you who cannot make an in-person event in 2022, we will continue to offer the TRi KiDS at Home program, with registration opening in early March. More details to come.

P.S. You can stay up to date first by signing up for our newsletter. You’ll get unique content, fun giveaways, and more delivered right to your inbox. Plus, subscribers get access to deals, products, and registration before anyone else!

A message from our new Series Director

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As you may have already seen, Series Founders Tara & Brad Melville have decided to hang up their running shoes and pass on the torch that is TRi KiDS.

My name is Ryan Baldwin and I’m honoured to introduce myself as the new Series Director for the TRi KiDS Triathlon Series.

I’ve been a part of TRi KiDS since 2012; first as an athlete, then volunteer, and finally as a crew member. From my very first experience with the Series, I knew that it was something special. Organizing an event series built just for kids that promotes physical activity is the opportunity of a lifetime and I’m thrilled to be taking on the task.

In the coming months, you will hear more communication from me regarding updates for 2022 and other great opportunities to engage with the Series.

While it’s been a couple of years since “normal”, we are hoping that 2022 allows us to return to a full slate of races in Ontario with 100% capacity. Our discussions with municipalities are ongoing, but we will let you know if there are any updates. We will announce our finalized dates and venues in early December and open registration in early January. (P.S. Newsletter subscribers will get early access to registration so subscribe if you haven’t already!)

If you ever have any questions or comments (or just want to say hi) please feel free to email us or message us on social media, and someone will get back to you as soon as possible.

Thank you for supporting TRi KiDS over the past 13 seasons—we are truly grateful and cannot wait for many more years.

– Ryan

TRi KiDS Milton – Final Race of 2021

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We are so grateful we were able to put on three races this season. It allowed us to reconnect with TRi KiDS, their families and our awesome Race Crew. We end the 2021 season with our favourite race, TRi KiDS Milton. The 340 athletes registered for this sold out race will receive their Race Weekend Guide by email on Monday, August 30th. Please check your inbox for it.

This race will also be the final race for Founders Tara and Brad Melville. After 13 seasons of TRi KiDS racing we have decided to hang up our runners and pass the torch. TRi KiDS Milton will be a bitter sweet race indeed as we say goodbye to the many loyal families who have been on this journey with us for all these years. Words cannot express the gratitude we feel for the support and confidence you’ve bestowed on us. You supported our mission to deliver a safe, fun, all-inclusive triathlon event for kids. Most importantly, we’ve all celebrated our motto COMPLETE, NOT COMPETE!

You’ll see us around of course, as TRi KiDS hopefully returns to a full slate of races next year.