Triangle Tenacity Triathlon Team
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Multisport Athletes Ages 12-19
The Triangle Tenacity Triathlon Team works to develop the necessary triathlon skills to support safe competition in the sport and a life-long love for triathlon. Athletes gain self-confidence by setting, working towards, and achieving goals with their teammates in an encouraging, safe environment. As athletes progress through the season they will work on more advanced triathlon skills, particularly on the bike and open water swimming, and develop endurance for longer distances across all three disciplines. Advanced athletes will work towards developing USAT Draft Legal skills.
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Triathlon Team Requirements
Multisport Athletes Ages 12-19
- Athletes must be able to:
- Swim:
- 200yd or 400m/500yd freestyle continuously at or near a “B” or faster USA Swimming Age Group Time Standard
- Bike:
- Own a bike and helmet – road bikes are preferred. No triathlon or TT bikes for athletes under 18 years old.
- Be comfortable cycling for distances of 10 miles or more on roads with light traffic
- Run:
- 14yr olds and under:
- 2 miles in 18min or less
- 1 mile in 8:30 or less
- 15yr olds and up:
- 3 miles in 24min or less
- 1 mile in 7:30 or less
- 14yr olds and under:
- Swim:
- Athletes must provide links to verified times at registration or attend a tryout with Coach Eric prior to registration.
- Some exceptions to these requirements may be made for elite single sport athletes. Please reach out to Coach Eric with any questions.
Triangle Tenacity requires a commitment to training, racing, and the team. However, our athlete’s health, overall well-being, and academic success is our top priority. We highly encourage athletes’ involvement in school and club sports and can work with the athlete to design a personalized program to optimize their training and time.
Youth & Junior Elite Racing
USA Triathlon Elite Development Series for Ages 13-19
Elite athletes may wish to further develop their triathlon skills by racing in the fast and exciting draft-legal format. Draft-legal racing requires strong swimming, advanced bike handling, fine-tuned transitions, and the ability to run fast off the bike. The USA Triathlon draft-legal series serves as the nation's elite triathlon circuit for athletes ages 13 to 19, featuring Youth (ages 13-15) and Junior (ages 16-19) divisions. Youth race a 375-meter swim, 10-kilometer bike, and 2.5-kilometer run in a super sprint triathlon. Juniors race a 750-meter swim, 20-kilometer bike, and 5-kilometer run in a sprint triathlon. Elite athletes may compete in one of five national qualifiers to punch their ticket to the USAT Youth and Junior Elite National Championships.
Athletes interested in draft-legal racing should commit to Triangle Tenacity for the full season (February – August)
Target Paces for Draft-Legal Athletes:
- Youth Girls
- Swim: 5 x 100m repeats at 1:20/100m or faster
- Run: 7min/mi for 1.5mi
- Youth Boys
- Swim: 5 x 100m repeats at 1:18/100m or faster
- Run: 6:45min/mi for 1.5mi
- Junior Girls
- Swim: 10 x 100m repeats at 1:20/100m or faster
- Run: 7min/mi for 3mi
- Junior Boys
- Swim: 10 x 100m repeats at 1:15/100m or faster
- Run: 6:30min/mi for 3mi
Learn More: USAT Junior National Series
Don’t live in the Triangle? Schedule doesn’t work for you?
All Athletes Ages 12-19
For those that do not live within commuting distance to attend weekly workouts or with complicated schedules, we still encourage athletes to join the team that aligns with your skill and experience level to give triathletes and their families a team and support system. Personalized workouts will be provided including periodic virtual check-ins, and athletes are encouraged to join us for any workouts or events they can make. Discounts on registration fees are available. Receive a supportive team atmosphere at races and enjoy being part of the Triangle Tenacity Family when you can! Contact us to learn more.
SET UP A MEETING WITH COACH ERIC
Not sure what team or option is best for your athlete? Want a personalized assessment and advice? Set up a meeting with Coach Eric to discuss options. Triangle Tenacity will help your youth or junior athlete race their best race and cross their finish line.
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