RVA Sprint
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RVA Sprint Triathlon
The RVA Sprint Triathlon is a pool sprint triathlon hosted at the Rockville Center in Rockville, VA, with the venue address at 16238 Pouncey Tract Rd. The event includes a classic sprint triathlon, a shorter beginner-only triathlon, and a youth Splash & Dash for ages 15 and under. Duathlon and aquabike options are available as alternatives to the swim for both sprint and beginner formats.
Race options and course formats include:
- Sprint: 300 yd pool swim, 20 km rolling bike, 5 km run.
- Beginner-only: 150 yd pool swim, 6 mi rolling bike, 1.5 mi run.
- Kids Splash & Dash: 100 yd pool swim, 1 mi run.
The event will feature a seeded start for the top 12 women and top 12 men, with the seeded women sent off approximately seven minutes ahead of the seeded men. The first person across the finish line will receive a $300 gift card; additional awards include top three overall male and female in triathlon, duathlon, and aquabike, and age group awards for the triathlon and Splash & Dash. Every finisher receives a medal, and the fastest male and female runners in adult and youth races earn $75 gift cards.
The race is sanctioned by USA Triathlon and participants, officials, volunteers, and spectators must follow USAT competitive rules. Event proceeds support Live Red Foundation free fitness programs that teach life skills to children in low-opportunity communities. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
