2011 was the 15th Annual SuperKid™ Triathlon. How cool is that? Everyone had a great time.
Photos from this year's event can be found by clicking on the box below. They will be ready in a couple of days.
The first SuperKid Triathlon was held in 1997 had 156 participants. It was founded on the principle of Fun First, Food Second, Competition Third. That's a tradition that is continued today.
Programs available out of Chaminade, Seascape Sports Club or your own pool. Get more info on lessons here.
Course Maps for SuperKid 2010 can be found by clicking on each link below. We are going to make some slight updates for 2011 and will post them as soon as we've checked the courses.
Here's what some of our participants had to say about last year's race:
"My kids had a blast! We'll be back next year." Mike, Santa Cruz.
"I'm going to recruit my neighbors for next year. Be prepared for more people. " Eileen, Mill Valley
"It was a really fun and well-organized event." Kitty, Santa Cruz
Additional Sponsorship Provided By:
The 16th Annual SuperKid Triathlon will take place on October 7, 2012.
Early Registration is open for SuperKid.
Active.com is using a new regsitration site and this link will take you to the new beta site. It will check your USAT status online directly with the membership department, and has some new social media features.
Please use this link for family registrations or send in by mail or fax. You can register on the new site for a family but it is not currently capturing all the information for each family member.
Ages 6 and Under
$30 by 12/31/2011 - $35 by 8/31/2012 - $40 after October 1, 2012
Ages 7 - 15
$35 by 12/31/2011 - $40 by 8/31/2012 - $45 after October 1, 2012
SuperKid is all about building strong bodies and healthy kids. This means getting them off the couch, away from the TV and Video Games, and outside for some healthy physical acitivity. It doesn't matter if your child is already an athlete or is just starting to engage in sports and outdoor activity. This is a great event for the whole family and gives your children the opportunity to be active and healthy. With a swim, bike and run course, real transition area, body markings and awards for all participants, you can help your child gain the self esteem that comes from doing their personal best.
Event Location:
Simpkins Swim Center
979 17th Avenue
Santa Cruz, CA
Kids will swim in the Simpkins pool, bike and through the adjacent park on dirt roads and trails. Each child must wear an ANSI approved helmet on the bike. THE BIKE COURSE IS SUITABLE FOR FAT TIRE, MOUNTAIN BIKES, AND CYCLECROSS BIKES. No road bikes or skinny tires!
Kids 6 and under may have assistance or floatation devices to get across the pool! We always have safety swimmers in the pool, but kickboards, noodles, and arm floaties are just fine too.
All kids who participate will receive a finisher's medal a t-shirt, swim cap, water bottle and other special sponsor gifts.
Entry Fees:
Until July 31
6 and Under $35 (plus $5 USAT Annual Membership/Insurance Fee)
7 - 15 $40 (plus $5 USAT Annual Membership/Insurance Fee)
After September 1
6 and Under $40 (plus $5 USAT Annual Membership/Insurance Fee)
7 - 15 $45 (plus $5 USAT Annual Membership/Insurance Fee)
Download an entry to mail or FAX.
Back Again This year:
Family Registration Category $100
If you have three or more kids to register for SuperKid you can save by using the Family Registration category on either Active.com or by mailing in your registration. You need to complete the entry information for each child separately, and sign each waiver on Active.com. You will only be charged once, for the first child you register. DO NOT USE THE FAMILY REGISTRATION UNLESS YOU ARE REGISTERING THREE OR MORE CHILDREN OR YOU WILL BE OVERCHARGED. You will be charged separately for the USAT annual fee when you pick up your race packets.
Registration Limit in 2011 is 550 kids!
Chip Timing for Ages 7 - 15
We will be providing ankle chip timing for all athletes ages 7 through 15. We'll provide instructions on how to use the timing chips. It will be fun for both the athletes and the spectators to hear all the beeping as kids cross the finish line.
For racers 6 and under timing chips will be optional. We will have them available but if the child doesn't want to wear it we will provide finishing places in each age and gender group but no finish line times. All results will still be sent to USAT but the 6 and under ages will not be included in the rankings for time.
Wave Start Time
Because this is a pool swim we are limited to the number of lanes for each wave so we will establish specific wave starts for each age as registration fills. In general, the 11 - 15 age groups wlll start first, betwen 8:00 am and 8:30, with the 7 - 10 ages following shortly. The younger age groups - 6 and under will have their first start around 11:00 am. Wave Starts subject to change based on registration numbers as we get closer to the event.
The pre-race information packet for 2011 can be downloaded to give you an idea of what to expect on race day. This document contains information on parking, arrival time,
A couple of notes on the race:
Please try to pick up your race packets on Saturday in order to avoid long lines on Sunday morning.
On race day plan to arrive early to find parking and get set up. At least 90 minutes to give you enough time to get set up and into the pool area before the first start. Packet pickup will be open on Sunday from 7 am to 10:30 if you are unable to make it to the Saturday pickup times.
Only one parent will be allowed in transition with each child. You'll receive a wrist band at registration.
Transition areas will be set up based on the number of participants in each age group and there will be a map at registration of where your child's transition area is located.
Course Changes
There will be a mandatory dismount on the rocky downhill portions of the long course for 9- 15 years olds. Please look at course maps for your age group to determine if this affects your course. Dismount is only in effect on the downhill portions. Athlete will be able to mount bikes and ride uphill.
This is a USAT Sanctioned event. You must either register with your USAT number or pay a $5 USAT membership fee for each child. If your child has a current USAT card you will need to present it to pick up your race packet. If you can't find it, you can print a temporary card on the USAT website.
Become an annual USAT Member now for $30 adult, or $5 for each child. You can print your annual membership card online at this link:
http://www.usatriathlon.org/MultiSport101/JoinUSAT.aspx
Volunteering
Are you interested in volunteering? It’s a wonderful experience and volunteer shifts are only about 3 hours long. Email us at: info@finishlineproduction.com
Packet Pickup - Saturday, October 8, 2011
You will be able to pick up your race packet on Saturday 10th at Simpkins Family Swim Center between 1:00pm until 4:00 pm. It is highly recommended that you try and pick up your packet early to avoid the race day rush.
Race Day Schedule - Sunday, October 9, 2011
Please note - Packet Pickup will only be open from 7 am to 10:30 on Sunday morning. Please plan to arrive 90 minutes before your child's wave start in order to pick up your registration packet.
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7:00 - 10:30 am | Race Day Packet Pickup for those unable to pick up on Saturday. |
7:15 am | Transition Area is Open |
7:50 am | Mandatory Athlete Meeting on the Pool Deck for 11 - 15 age groups. |
8:00 am | First wave start |
12:00 pm | Last wave start (may change based on additional wave starts) |
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| Athlete recognition will be ongoing for each age group. |
Race Information
Parking information and locations will be sent to you in a pre-race email with additional race instructions.
FLP Refund Policy
REFUND POLICY: THERE ARE NO REFUNDS FOR THIS EVENT. EVENT CREDIT WILL BE ISSUED ACCORDING TO THE GUIDELINES LISTED BELOW IF NOTIFIED PRIOR TO THE EVENT. THERE WILL BE NO EVENT CREDITS ISSUED AFTER THE EVENT.
EVENT CREDIT: IF YOU WISH TO WITHDRAW FROM THE EVENT, AN EVENT CREDIT TO ANOTHER FINISH LINE PRODUCTIONS EVENT OF 50% OF THE ENTRY FEE CHARGES WILL BE ISSUED IF NOTIFIED IN WRITING (EMAIL TO info@finishlineproduction.com OR BY FAX AT 831-338-2117) FOR: 1. ANY REASON, AND IF RECEIVED MORE THAN 30 DAYS PRIOR TO THE START OF THE EVENT WEEKEND (OPENING OF REGISTRATION). 2. IF YOU HAVE A MEDICAL REASON AND YOU ALSO SEND A LETTER FROM YOUR DOCTOR ADVISING US THAT YOU CAN NOT COMPETE WE MUST RECEIVE WRITTEN NOTICE MORE THAN 14 DAYS PRIOR TO THE EVENT.
ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATION FOR EVENT CREDIT: IF YOU HAVE AN INJURY OR IF A MEMBER OF YOUR IMMEDIATE FAMILY HAS A DEATH OR MEDICAL EMERGENCY WITH LESS THAN 14 DAYS PRIOR TO THE START OF THE EVENT YOU WILL NEED TO NOTIFY US IN WRITING AT LEAST 72 HOURS BEFORE THE START OF THE EVENT, AND THE RACE DIRECTOR WILL CONSIDER THE REQUEST ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS FOR A CREDIT.
NO CREDITS WILL BE ISSUED WITH LESS THAN 72 HOURS PRIOR NOTICE IN WRITING.
ENTRY FEES ARE NOT TRANSFERABLE TO ANOTHER PERSON (USAT CONSIDERS THIS FRAUD). IF YOU SELL OR GIVE YOUR RACE SLOT AWAY, BOTH YOU AND THE PERSON USING YOUR RACE SLOT ARE SUBJECT TO A TWO-YEAR SUSPENSION FROM RACING AT ANY USAT RACE. AN UNAUTHORIZED RACER JEOPARDIZES OUR LIABILITY INSURANCE AND CAN CHANGE THE PLACEMENT STATUS OF OTHER RACERS WHO HAVE WORKED HARD TO FINISH THE RACE.