Sunday 29 November 2026
Sanitarium Weet-Bix Kids TRYathlon: Mount Maunganui
Mount Maunganui, Arataki Park
The race
About this course
This event encourages participation among children aged 6 to 15, promoting an active lifestyle through a supportive and engaging environment. The TRYathlon format allows for individual entries or team participation, fostering teamwork and camaraderie.
The swim leg takes place in the Baywave Aquatic Centre’s indoor pool, providing a controlled setting for young swimmers. Transitioning to the bike segment, participants navigate the streets around Arataki Park, which are typically closed to traffic during the event, ensuring safety and a smooth experience. The run portion is set within the picturesque surroundings of Arataki Park, offering a scenic backdrop for competitors.
For younger participants, a ‘Splash n Dash’ aquathon is available, specifically tailored for 6-year-olds. This aspect of the event introduces them to the excitement of multi-sport participation in a manageable format.
The atmosphere is lively, with community involvement evident through local support and encouragement, creating a festive and motivating environment for the young athletes and their families.
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Distances
Triathlon - 10-15 years old (solo/teams of 2)
- Swim 150 m
- Bike 8 km
- Run 1.5 km
Triathlon - 8-9 years old (solo/teams of 2)
- Swim 100 m
- Bike 4 km
- Run 1.5 km
Triathlon - 7 years old (solo/teams of 2)
- Swim 50 m
- Bike 4 km
- Run 1.5 km
Aquathon - 6 years old
- Swim 50 m
- Run 1.5 km
What to expect
Race day conditions
Terrain and altitude come from the course. Weather is a ten-year average for this date, not a forecast.
Weather data by Open-Meteo(opens in a new tab).
Getting there
Event location
Mount Maunganui 3116, New ZealandGet directions(opens in a new tab)
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Sanitarium Weet-Bix Kids TRYathlon
From runners
What runners wish they’d known
Event details and map location come from public information on the official event website(opens in a new tab). If a listing looks out of date, or you need exact start lines and course maps, check the official source or email [email protected].
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