Experience the fun of multiple sports through our triathlon program just for kids, ages 6 through 16. If you’re a teen looking for a great group that likes being active outside, if you want to just check out triathlon, or you want to get super fit and good at swimming, biking, and running, this program is for you.
If you’re a parent seeking a positive, rewarding experience for your child with lots to learn about sports, exercise, and group challenge, this program is also for you. Level-appropriate workouts ensure the right focus at the right age.
At all ages, our goal is to develop a love of swimming, biking, and running, plus a passion for activity and exercise that remains for life. We build a solid foundation of core and cardiovascular strength, with total body flexibility and awareness that will complement any sport. We also develop empathy and awareness of others on the team and foster the competitive spirit in a supportive environment.
- Session Dates
- Workout Times and Venues
- Team Levels
- Pricing
- Team Focus Events
- Junior Run Series
- Recommended Bike Equipment
- Coaching Staff
- Policies
The 2010 year is divided into the following 10-week sessions. In the summer, join our Camp Menlo week-long aquatic day camps.
- Spring 2: April 5 – June 12 Register now!
- Fall: August 23 – October 30
- Winter: November 1 – January 22, 2011
2010 Holidays
- May 31: Memorial Day
- September 6: Labor Day
- November 25 – 27: Thanksgiving
- December 20 – January 1, 2011: Christmas and New Year's
- January 17: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Monday 4:00 – 5:15pm, Running and Strength
Running and strength training workouts take place in and around Burgess Park. The park offers many grass fields, bike paths, and dirt trails close by. Meet at the entrance to the Burgess Park pools.
Wednesday 4:00 – 5:15pm, Biking
Our cycling sessions are held at Bayfront Park, located at the east end of Marsh Road in Menlo Park. Bayfront Park offers flats, hills, pavement, dirt, and NO CARS. The site allows cycling development including bike handling skills, bio-mechanics, and conditioning. A large parking lot will be used to practice criterium skills and a bike path will be used to simulate long touring rides. Other sites will be used on occasion and any special field-trip rides will be scheduled in advance.
Swimming
Junior Triathletes are encouraged to get their swim instruction and training with our Mavericks youth swim program. This will allow our junior triathletes to get the highest level of professional swim instruction in an age and ability appropriate setting. The Mavericks swim program offers 4 different ability levels every weekday. Please check the Menlo Mavericks Swim Team! web pages, choose the level that best suits your athlete and pick the day that best fits your schedule. Once you are registered for the Junior Triathlon Team you can add on any day of swimming for just an additional $25 for a full 10 weeks.
The team is divided into three levels based on age and ability. All levels work out at the same time, but have level-appropriate coaching and activities. Please register for the level that corresponds with the athlete's age. Coaches will make final determination of level during the session. All levels work out at the same time, so moving between levels is easy.
Level 1: 8 years old and under: Learning
Level 2: 12 years old and under: Improvement
Level 3: 16 years old and under: Performance
Choose to attend one or all workouts per week for each 10-week session. Sessions are pro-rated so you can sign up at any time.
- $150 - one day per week
- $175 - two days per week
- Mavericks swimming can be added for $25 per day for the entire 10 weeks of instruction
Third child: 20% off
Fourth child: 30% off
Focus events are fun goals for each session designed to give our athletes something to train for as a team. They provide low-pressure racing experience and are highlights for each session.
The run series is open to all the athletes on our Junior Tri Team, and it is also open to all kids in grades 1-8 from around the community. Tell your friends, neighbors and classmates about the event. Teams of runners from Oak Knoll, Woodland and Pinewood will be in attendance to participate in this fun and energetic community run series.
The 2 mile race will be held on the dirt paths of Bayfront Park and will include both flat and rolling hilly sections. The course will be clearly marked and a 1 mile marker will let the runners know when they are half way done.
2010 Dates TBD, stay tuned!
2009 Junior Run Series Pictures and Results
All the races begin at 4:15pm, registration will open at 3:45pm.
Registration is $1 (Free for all Junior Tri Team athletes)
Prizes will be awarded to all competitors as well as age group winners.
Age group awards will be given to boys and girls:
6 and under
8 and under
10 and under
12 and under
14 and under
Parents are welcome to come out and cheer on the runners as spectators or as volunteers to help produce the event.
Gears: To enable the courses to be ridden it is mandatory that the bikes have a minimum of 10 gears, particularly for Level 2 and Level 3 athletes. We would prefer the bike to have 24 gears which would include a triple front chain ring for better success on hilly terrain. For Level 1, kids will learn proper shifting and gear selection so gears are very useful but not mandatory.
Brakes: Brakes on all the bikes MUST be in excellent working condition. This includes proper cable tension and fresh brake pads. The downhills can be challenging and safety is dependant upon functional gear.
Tires: The tires should be fresh with enough tread to grip the earth around turns. The tires should be inflated to the level stated on the side of the tire wall.
Tubes: A spare tube should be carried on all bikes in a seat-bag stored beneath and behind the saddle along with tire levers for tire removal. Punctured tubes are common and they can easily be dealt with if you have proper gear. Cycling training includes learning to quickly change a flat out on the road.
Pump: A frame-mounted pump should be on every bike to refill tubes with air if they need to be replaced.
Water Bottle and Cage: Each bike should be equipped with a water bottle held in place by a water bottle cage. The rides can be long and hot, so proper hydration is a necessity.
Helmets: Helmets must fit snugly and be positioned level on the wearer's head. It is mandatory that some sort of mechanism is included on the back of the helmet that ensures a snug fit and prevents the helmet from sliding around once in place. Helmets do wear out and a fresh one is suggested every couple of years. Check for cracks and replace immediately if discovered. No rider will be allowed to participate without a proper helmet.
Go Ride Bicycles in Redwood City is a Junior Triathlon Team partner. Go Ride offers 10% off bikes, 15% off gear and 20% off labor. Talk to Bob, the owner, and let him know that you are involved with the team to receive your attention and discounts. He and his staff can outfit your bike for safety, and educate you about the care of your equipment.
Sally Phillips
- A signed Waiver/Policies/Medical Release form must be on file prior to participating in your first practice.
- No make-ups or refunds for missed classes.
- Tuition does NOT cover any other services at the pool including the use of the baby pool or open swimming. These must be paid for separately.
- Mid-session class placement depends on availability.
- Mid-session registration is at a pro-rated fee.
- Cancel at any time and keep 100% of balance on account to be used at a later time.
- Refunds can be made within 30 days of your payment, a $30 administration fee will be applied.