Core Event Information

• Official Event Name: Adaptive Kids Triathlon (Presented by Inclusive Biking Club)
• Date (Example Year): Saturday, June 7, 2025. *Future dates are typically announced in the preceding winter/spring.*
• Location: Soldier's Field Park, George Gibbs Drive SW, Rochester, MN
• Organizing Bodies: Inclusive Biking Club, EA Therapeutic Health, and local community partners
• Event Significance: A pioneering, non-competitive, fully inclusive youth triathlon designed specifically for children with disabilities.

Race Format & Distances

• Format: Super Sprint, fully adaptive, and participant-led.
• Distances: Fully customizable per athlete.
• Swim: In the Soldier's Field Park Pool. Distance flows from the participant's comfort and ability.
• Bike: On closed, smooth park roads. Distance is personalized.
• Run/Roll: On accessible park pathways.
• Philosophy: Focus on goal-setting, participation, and personal achievements.

Registration & Eligibility

• Eligibility: Open to all youth with disabilities. No prior racing experience required.
• Registration Cost (Historical): Typically minimal or free.
• How to Register: Announced through the Inclusive Biking Club and local disability advocacy networks.

Course Details

• Swim Segment:
  • Venue: Soldier's Field Park indoor pool.
  • Conditions: Warm, controlled environment with shallow-end or lane-based starts.
  • Layout: Linearly within a lane. Flotation devices and physical assistance are encouraged.
• Bike Segment:
  • Terrain: Completely flat, smooth asphalt on closed park roads.
  • Layout: A simple, wide loop within the park.
  • Equipment: All adaptive cycles are welcomed.
• Run/Roll Segment:
  • Course Type: Accessible, paved park pathways.
  • Surface: Smooth concrete/asphalt.

Rules and Regulations

• Governing Philosophy: Rules focus on safety and inclusion.
• Key Regulations:
  1. Equipment: Any adaptive equipment required for participation is allowed.
  2. Assistance: Volunteer "buddies," parents, and guides are permitted to assist.
  3. Drafting: No restrictions.
  4. Cut-Off Times: None. Athletes have all the time they need.
  5. Transition Area: Open and accessible.

Race Day Operations

• Check-In: A calm, personalized check-in process on race morning.
• Transition Area Layout: Spacious, accessible, and organized.
• Bag Drop: Informal; personal items remain with family or in a designated area.
• Parking: Ample free parking available.
• Spectator Access: The entire park is a celebration zone.

Course Support

• Aid Stations: Hydration available at the pool exit, in transition, and on the run course.
• Technical Support: Basic mechanical support for bicycles.
• Medical & Safety: On-site medical personnel and volunteers stationed throughout.
• Timing: "Fun run" style timing; no official clock times recorded or published.

Training Considerations

• Preparation Timeline: Focus on gradual exposure over weeks or months.
• Course-Specific Training: Familiarization beats intensity.
• Local Training: Soldier's Field Park Pool and pathways are public for practice.

Race Strategy & Planning

• Pre-Race: The goal is a positive experience.
• Transitions: Practice transitions at home.
• Nutrition/Hydration: Stick to familiar foods.
• Equipment Check: Test all adaptive equipment in the days before.

Finding Future Event Details

• Primary Source: Contact the Inclusive Biking Club of Rochester, MN.
• Secondary Sources: Follow local community recreation centers and disability advocacy organizations.

Recommended Accommodation

Information Gaps & Notes for Athletes

• Future Dates/Location: Confirm for 2026 or beyond.
• Registration Opening: Proactive outreach to organizers is recommended.
• Exact Distances: Customized per athlete.