YWCA Minneapolis Women's Triathlon
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YWCA Minneapolis Women's Triathlon : August 9, 2026
The YWCA Minneapolis Women’s Triathlon takes place at Lake Nokomis in Minneapolis on August 9, 2026. The event welcomes women and non-binary people who identify with womanhood and offers an accessible course for adaptive athletes. Organizers report 1,515 participants and active fundraising toward a $20,000 goal.
Racers may enter two main distance formats:
- Super Sprint: 200-yard swim, 7.3-mile bike, 1-mile run
- Sprint: 500-yard swim, 15.5-mile bike, 5 km run
Race categories include individual, buddy group, family team, relay teams, and specialty Century teams where combined ages meet a threshold. A Race Champion level provides a VIP experience with additional services and hospitality options.
Registration details noted by the organizer include a starting price of $105 and a registration opening at midnight on August 10, 2025. Scholarship applications for those who need financial support open January 1 and close March 1. Registrants can transfer entries until June 30, 2026; refunds are not offered, though refund protection insurance and other transfer or withdrawal options are described.
Safety rules emphasize helmet use at all times while on a bike, no earbuds or personal flotation devices, a three bike length drafting gap, and guidance on wetsuit use based on water temperature. Course maps for swim, bike, and run are provided by the organizer. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
