Captain Kids Triathlon
- Date
- September 13, 2026
- Location
- Moody Gardens, Galveston, TX
- Distance
- Mini Mates Kids Tri (Ages 6-10) · Mates Kids Tri (Ages 11-14) · Long Course Mates (Age 15-16) & more
From the Organizer
Get ready for a great race!
Your Mates and Mini Mates will swim in a lazy river, bike through the Moody Gardens resort, and run through the tropical gardens—all leading up to a waterpark celebration for the family! Every athlete gets a waterpark admission + free entries for three family members or friends! Come for race day or make it a fun family getaway. Parents, siblings, friends & teammates can join the fun—volunteer as a Deckhand and experience the race up close!
Captain Kids Waves for 2026:
✔️ Age Group Waves: Mini Mates, Mates & Long Course Mates (based on USAT age)
✔️Captain's Waves: For experienced youth triathletes ready to race
✔️ First Mates Waves: Adaptive divisions with guides & race modifications available
Race Distances:
✔️ Mini Mates (6-10): 100m swim, 2 mile bike, ½ mile run
✔️ Mates (11-14): 200m swim, 4 mile bike, 1 mile run
✔️ Long Course Mates (15-16): 200m swim, 6 mile bike, 1.7 mile run
✔️ Captain's Wave Mini Mates (6-10): 200m swim, 4 mile bike, 1 mile run
✔️ Captain's Wave Mates (11-14): 200m swim, 6 mile bike, 1.7 mile run
The Captain's Wave:
The Captain's Wave is for those athletes that have their sea legs and are experienced triathletes wanting to race, and is designed to add additional safety and fairness within the races. If your athlete is on a racing team, has a coach, routinely places in other youth races, and wants to test their skills against the other experienced athletes, then the athlete may qualify to compete in the Captain's Wave. Your athlete should be familiar with all aspects of triathlon, including the rules and regulations for youth triathlons (drafting, spacing, passing, etc), and should have competed in a number of triathlons prior to this event. If you’re not sure which division is right for your athlete, send the Captain an email and we’ll help you figure it out.
The Captain's Waves have separate awards from the age group division and only compete against each other. The athletes are numbered from oldest to youngest, and awards are based on the number of participants.
🏴☠️ Ready to race? Join the crew and sign up today!
Distances & Pricing
Race Location
About This Sport
From Endurance Grid's Founder
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
Three sports, one race — swim, bike, run in sequence, with transitions that are a discipline of their own.
Open water, open roads, and competition with yourself. Cross the finish line knowing what it took to get there.
Triathlon
Swim, bike, run — back to back. The sprint distance makes it far more accessible than most people think.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Captain Kids Triathlon?
- Captain Kids Triathlon is a triathlon event held in Galveston, TX. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the Captain Kids Triathlon?
- Sunday, September 13, 2026 in Galveston, TX at Moody Gardens, Galveston, TX. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Captain Kids Triathlon?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
Captain Kids Triathlon
Sep 13, 2026