
From the Organizer
Calling all children AGES 3-12 who want to stay fit this summer and give it a "tri" at the annual Kids Tri.
Ages 9-12: Advanced
Swim 100 yards (4 lengths). Bike 1.1 miles. Run 1/2 mile
Ages 7-8: Sprint
Swim 50 yards (2 lengths). Bike 1.1 mile. Run 1/4 mile
Ages 5-6: Beginner
Swim 25 yards (1 length). Bike 1/2 mile. Run .2 miles
Ages 3-4: Tiny Sprint
Swim 20 yards (family pool along the wall). Bike 1/4 mile. Run .1 miles
For the 3-4 age group: 1 parent/caregiver is allowed in the pool with the child
For all age groups: Flotation devices are welcome to be used during the swim portion. Lifeguards will also be present and available to help.
Ages 7-12 bike course: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47063446
Ages 5-6 bike course: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/51755625
Ages 3-4 bike course: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/51755678
$25 through June 30
$30 through July 11
Children will have the opportunity to swim in the pool, bike down Mason Street and run across fields behind the Y in this beginner-friendly event. All of the proceeds from the event directly support the Y’s Annual Campaign. The Annual Campaign helps support several programs at our local YMCA including our Financial Assistance Program that helps subsidize Y membership and program costs for people in our community, our food program that helps serve an average of 700 meals each week to kids in our community, and our LIVESTRONG program that helps over 100 cancer survivors annually regain their strength and confidence after treatment.
The exact start time of the race will depend on age groups and registration numbers. No two age groups will be in the transition area or pool area at the same time to eliminate crowds. We will email out the exact start times and the timeline for each age group the week of the race. Here are tentative start times by age group:
Ages 9-12: Advanced
The transition area opens around 7:30 am. The race starts around 8:00 am and the transition area will re-open around 8:30 am
Ages 7-8: Sprint
The transition area opens around 8:30 am. The race starts around 8:45 am and the transition area will re-open 9:30 am
Ages 5-6: Beginner
The transition area opens around 9:30 am. The race starts around 9:45 am and the transition area will re-open 10:30 am
Ages 3-4: Tiny Sprint
The transition area opens around 10:30 am. The race starts around 10:40 am and the transition area will re-open 11:00 am
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
86°
Typical Low
65°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from La Crosse Muni Ap, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
18,909
as of 2023
Elevation
707 ft
Nearest Airport
LSE
La Crosse Regional Airport · 2 mi
Major Hub
MSP
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field · 119 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at YMCA Kids Tri, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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.
Swim, bike, run — back to back. The sprint distance makes it far more accessible than most people think.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
YMCA Kids Tri
Jul 11, 2026