YWCA Minneapolis Women's Triathlon

AUG

8

2027

A timed swim-bike-run event at Lake Nokomis offering sprint and super sprint distances, training support, and participation centered on women and nonbinary athletes.

Sun 8 Aug 2027

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Website Registration

Super sprint 200 m 7.3 1 mi Sprint 500 m 15.5 mi 5 km

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YWCA Minneapolis Women's Triathlon

The YWCA Minneapolis Women’s Triathlon is a multi-stage, timed swim-bike-run event held at Lake Nokomis Main Beach in Minneapolis on Aug. 8, 2027. The race records six measured segments for each participant: swim, T1 (transition 1), bike, T2 (transition 2), run and overall finish time. The event offers two distance choices:

Sprint distance for ages 14+: 500 yard swim, 15.5 mile bike, 5 kilometer run
Super Sprint distance for ages 11+: 200 yard swim, 7.3 mile bike, 1 mile run

Registration for 2027 opens at midnight on Sunday, Aug. 9. The published price schedule lists $110 in August; $130 from September to December; $160 in January and February; and $220 from March through June. Registration is non-refundable; transfers and changes are allowed until June 30, 2027. Race Roster offers an optional refund protection program.

The event includes free and paid training resources such as a free training plan, clinics, open water swim sessions, and triathlon support classes. During races, organizers provide novice swim caps and noodle swimmers for swim support. The event centers women and individuals who identify with womanhood and is open to nonbinary participants under an Identity Affirming Policy. Organizers expect over 1,000 racers and request several hundred volunteers to staff the event. The triathlon also supports YWCA Minneapolis community programs through sponsorship and fundraising. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.