YWCA Minneapolis Women's Triathlon
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YWCA Minneapolis Women's Triathlon
The YWCA Minneapolis Women's Triathlon takes place on August 8, 2027 at 5001 W Lake Nokomis Pkwy, Minneapolis, MN. The event includes swim, bike, and run legs and is organized by YWCA Minneapolis.
The event welcomes women and non-binary people who identify with womanhood. The course is para friendly for adaptive athletes and some scholarships are available for first time athletes. Age eligibility is stated as ages 11 and up for Super Sprint and ages 14 and up for Sprint categories.
Distances offered include:
- Super Sprint: 200-yard swim, 7.3-mile bike, 1-mile run
- Sprint: 500-yard swim, 15.5-mile bike, 5K run
Race categories include individual, buddy group, family teams, relay teams, and Century Teams where combined ages must total 100 or more. Team and relay formats specify how legs are divided and how times are combined for awards. A Race Champion registration level supports YWCA programs and includes VIP race weekend services for a listed fee of $550.
Race policies emphasize safety and fairness: bike helmets must be worn and fastened whenever on the bike, drafting is prohibited, no earbuds or headphones are allowed, flotation devices are not permitted, and wetsuits are allowed only if water temperature is under 84 degrees Fahrenheit. Volunteer noodle swimmers and a white novice swim cap are available for additional swim support.
Fundraising is part of the event with a stated goal of $20,000. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
