Long Island / NYC Youth Triathlon Clinic for Ages 7-13

Curious about Triathlon? Come develop skills on land and in the water through games, challenges and FUN activities!

Who: 7-13 year olds interested in learning more about triathlon

What's included:

• 10 x 60 minute in person swim sessions - you choose Nassau or Suffolk Location
• 10 x 45 minute virtual bike sessions

Lifeguards and Certified Coaches on site for safety and instruction.

• Bike Trainers available (please indicate on registration)

Minimum Swim Requirements: 

• ***Your child must be able to swim across the pool which is 50 meters long comfortably unassisted***
• *** Your child must be comfortable with the Deep End of the Pool***

Register for our Q&A Zoom Call on Sunday 1/4/2026 6pm EST https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/BdHNvqhGRxC3FtUkdDme7w

Swim Locations, Dates, and Times: Pick one location when you register

• Nassau Aquatic Center, Merrick Avenue, East Meadow, NY - 6:30-7:30 PM on the following THURSDAYS
  
  • Nassau Aquatic Center, Eisenhower Park, Merrick Ave, East Meadow, NY 11554
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  • 1/15, 1/22, 2/5, 2/19, 2/26, 3/5, 3/12, 3/19, 3/26, 4/2 
• Suffolk County Community College, Brentwood, NY - 7:30-8:30pm on the following FRIDAYS
  • Suffolk County Community College, Crooked Hill Rd, Brentwood, NY 11717
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  • 1/16, 1/23, 1/30, 2/6, 2/20, 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27

Bike Location, Dates and Times:

• Virtual Bike Sessions with your bike on a trainer - 6:45-7:30 PM on the following Wednesdays
  
  • 1/21, 1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25

What to Bring:

• Swim:
  • Swimsuit, Swim Cap, towel and Goggles (We have extra swim caps).
  • Wear Swimsuit Under Your Clothing so that we can get into the pool right away
  • Fins
• Bike:
  • Bicycle - Let us know if you need a bicycle
  • Bike Trainer or Stationary Bike - If you are in need of a trainer please indicate this on the registration
  • Internet to log into the Zoom Bike with camera set up near bike
• Stay Hydrated
  • Bring Water 

This clinic will be a review of what to expect at your next triathlon.  Your 7 to 13 year old will experience the basics for triathlon with a swim experience! 

What to Wear? Wear your swimsuit under your clothes before you arrive.  

What to Expect?  Fun and Learning More about Triathlon

Helmet Rule:

• Side Note for Safety: Always wear your helmet whenever you are outdoors moving your bike, pushing and definitely, while riding.

This is a great introduction to triathlon.  Keep in mind, this clinic helps benefit our Not-for-profit Lightning Warriors Youth Triathlon Team.  The Team races locally and nationally.  Please check out our ABC Featurette https://abc7ny.com/lightning-warriors-triathlon-kids-youth/10888901/  If you would like to join, please email jodie@lightningwarriors.org and include your cell phone.