YMCA Youth Triathlon
- Date
- October 18, 2026
- Distance
- Junior Division (Born 2016-2021) · Senior Division (Born 2011-2015) · Tri4Fun
From the Organizer
YMCA YOUTH TRIATHLON
Sunday, October 18, 2026
YMCA of the Suncoast
4127 West Norvell Bryant Highway, Lecanto, FL 34461
The 10th Annual YMCA of the Suncoast Youth Triathlon, a USA Triathlon sanctioned event, will be held at their Citrus County location in Lecanto, FL, where children ages 5-15 can participate in a Swim, Bike, Run race in their age group divisions. There is the Junior Division (Born 2016-2021) and the Senior Division (Born 2011-2015). There are 2 distances (Junior & Senior) based on age. The race starts and finishes at the Citrus Memorial Health Foundation YMCA on CR 486. All finishers receive a custom finishers medal and race t-shirt. Trophies are awarded to the top 3 males and females in each age group, 5 through 15 Years old.
BACK THIS YEAR...Tri4Fun Division!! This division is open to any aged youth, adult or family. If you just want to TRI a triathlon then enter the non-competitive Tri4Fun division where adults and children can go together. Tri4Fun Division participants will do the shorter Junior Course and will receive a finisher's medal. Tri4Fun division does NOT get timed and no awards are given for this category.
Early Bird Pricing Expires June 28th!
SCHEDULE:
Saturday, October 17, 2026:
3:00 - 6:00 pm Mandatory Packet Pickup and Bike Check-in
3:30 - 5:30 pm Athlete/Parent Course Walking Clinics
Sunday, October 18, 2026:
7:00AM - Senior Parking Access & Check-in Opens
7:45 AM - Senior Pre-Race Meeting (Mandatory)
8:00 AM - Senior Starts (Born 2011-2015)
9:00 AM - Senior Awards Ceremony
Break
9:00 AM - Junior Parking Access & Check-in Opens
9:45 AM - Junior Pre-Race Meeting (Mandatory)
10:00 AM - Junior Division Starts (2016-2021)
10:30 AM - Tri4Fun Starts immediately after the Junior Division
11:30 AM - Awards Ceremony (time is approximate)
DISTANCES:
Senior Groups: 200 yard swim, 3 mile bike ride, 1 mile run
Junior Groups: 100 yard swim, 1.5 mile bike ride, 1/2 mile run
NOTE: Athletes are required to bring a swimsuit, running shoes, bicycle and
helmet to participate. All participants will receive an event T-shirt, swim cap, goodie
bag and participation medal.
RACE QUESTIONS: Contact DRC Sports at info@drcsports.com or 352-637-2475 or the race information page at www.DRCSports.com
LEARN MORE: Garrett Adkins at (352)500-YMCA or gadkins@ymcasuncoast.org or visit ymcasuncoast.org/citrus-tri
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
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
83°
Typical Low
61°
Chance of Rain
24%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Inverness 3 Se, 12 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Lecanto, FL
Elevation
79 ft
Nearest Airport
GNV
Gainesville Regional Airport · 59 mi
Major Hub
TPA
Tampa International Airport · 61 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Date
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the YMCA Youth Triathlon?
- YMCA Youth Triathlon is a triathlon race held in Lecanto, Florida on October 18, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more triathlon races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the YMCA Youth Triathlon?
- Sunday, October 18, 2026 in Lecanto, Florida at 4127 West Norvell Bryant Highway, Lecanto, FL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the YMCA Youth Triathlon?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
YMCA Youth Triathlon
Oct 18, 2026