Long Triathlon - Open Water Swim (ages 11-14), Long Triathlon - Beach Swim (ages 11-14), Sprint Triathlon (ages 9-10), Super Sprint Triathlon (ages 6-8), Tots Tri (ages 5 and below), Super Sprint Triathlon 2-Person RELAY
Plan to arrive early for the 8:00 AM start at Kill Creek Park in Olathe, Kansas, where JCPRD hosts this kids triathlon on August 9, 2026. Entry fees range from $30 to $110 depending on the category. If you're traveling from out of town and want to preview the venue or handle logistics the day before, note that a virtual participation option is also available, giving you flexibility if travel complications arise. Kill Creek Park serves as the central hub for the event, so confirm parking and check-in procedures when you register.
From the Race Organizer
They're always on the move anyway, why not make it official? Join one of the fastest growing and confidence boosting kid's sports in the country by challenging them to become triathletes! This youth triathlon is specifically designed to let the kids be the stars of the show. Athletes aged 14 years and younger will compete in individual age groups in this race that is truly an event for all abilities. Please note that this a USA Triathlon sanctioned event. Athletes will need to register in the race that corresponds with their age as of 12/31 of the current year. Course options and distances can be found here: https://jcprd.com/190/Course-Options COURSE MAPS can be found here: https://jcprd.com/1001/Course-Maps Tots Triathlon: Ages 5 & Under 25 meter splash/0.15 mile bike/0.20 mile run The swim will be a “splash” in the lake (Athletes are allowed to wear flotation devices). The bike will take place on a paved trail near transition. The run will be a short out and back on a paved trail. *Parents must accompany athletes registered in this category on the entire course. Super Sprint Triathlon: Ages 6-8 50 meter swim/1.6 mile bike/.85 mile run The swim will be inside the swim beach area with buoys/ropes on the right and life safety staff on the left The bike will be inside Kill Creek Park on completely closed roads - athletes will complete 1 lap on the bike Sprint Triathlon: Ages 9-10 100 meter swim/3.2 mile bike/.85 mile run The swim will be inside the swim beach area with buoys/ropes on the right and life safety staff on the left The bike will be inside Kill Creek Park on completely closed roads - athletes will complete 2 laps on the bike Long Triathlon: Ages 11-14 200 meter swim/4.8 mile bike/1.7 mile run The swim will be inside the swim beach area with buoys/ropes on the right and life safety staff on the left. Athletes will run from east to west on the beach at the beginning of the swim and in between the first and second laps of the swim The bike will be inside Kill Creek Park on completely closed roads - athletes will complete 3 laps on the bike * This event is a USA Triathlon Sanctioned Paratriathlon Friendly Event! If the athlete you are registering is a paratriathlete, please reach out to our Race Director Katy at kathryn.renner@jocogov.org after submitting your race registration information. * Packet pickup for this event will take place on the following days/times: Friday, August 7th from 10am-6pm at Elite Cycling in Overland Park Saturday, August 8th from 530-10am at the Kill Creek Park beach house. *Please note, this option is only available to those already racing the adult triathlon. Do not make a special trip to the park during this time if you are not racing the adult race. Sunday, August 9th from 6-8am at the Kill Creek Park beach house 11670 Homestead Lane Olathe, KS 66061 (event site) * Pre-race information will be communicated via email from the Race Director the Monday prior to the event. Please reach out to Kathryn.Renner@jocogov.org if you have additional questions. THERE WILL BE NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION
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JCPRD Kids Triathlon 2026 — Olathe, KS takes place on August 9, 2026. The race is held in Olathe, Kansas.
Where is JCPRD Kids Triathlon 2026 — Olathe, KS held?
JCPRD Kids Triathlon 2026 — Olathe, KS is held at Kill Creek Park in Olathe, Kansas.
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