Rules

Junior Triathlon Rules

Listen to the race officials and always do as they say.
Only race officials are allowed to help you during the race.
Race suits (if possible) should be worn along with a number belt for your race number. (We have migrated to only using number belts – therefore safety pins will not be available). You must be wearing the minimum of a swimsuit and T shirt/vest during the bike and run sections.
If there is anything you do not understand, please ask.

Swim in the direction you are told and try not to get in anyone else’s way. Keep to the sides of each lane, do not swim down the middle. The first length will be a sprint to gain position, drop back if you are being overtaken or are tapped on the foot. When you push off to turn, make sure another swimmer is not coming down the wrong side of the lane.
Tumble turns will be allowed but remember there are others in your lane so take care.
Athletes should put their trainers on before leaving the pool area. In previous years applications have been made for older athletes to run barefoot to transition. Due to safety concerns race organisers advise against this. However, if an athlete wishes to do so and has the consent of their parent or guardian then this may be permitted at their own risk under certain circumstances. Race organisers may still require shoes to be worn.

Helmets are compulsory. Your helmet must be an approved ANSI Z90.4, SNELL B90, EN 1078 or equivalent standard and this can be checked by looking inside your helmet.
Bikes must be race worthy and require bar ends and plugs. Bikes will be checked by marshals before they can be racked. Brake and gear checks will be performed.

Please make sure that both you and any adults accompanying you to the race have read these rules.