TriGator For Kids 2026

Kids aged 3 to 14. A triathlon designed just for them. TriGator For Kids returns on Saturday, June 20, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM at the Woolwich Memorial Centre. Managed by a small group of devoted volunteers — not‑for‑profit, all heart. Proceeds go to the TriGator For Kids Foundation and Canadian Tire Jumpstart, helping kids across Canada access sports and play. SOLD OUT. Fundraising goal CA$10,000 met — currently CA$10,511 raised (100%+). Non‑refundable, non‑transferable, non‑deferrable entries.

Location — Woolwich Memorial Centre, Ontario:

• Woolwich Memorial Centre is a community recreation facility in Elmira, Ontario (approximately 15 km northwest of Kitchener‑Waterloo)
• Address not fully listed — search "Woolwich Memorial Centre, Elmira, ON"
• The facility includes a pool (swim leg), indoor track, and outdoor fields (run and transition areas)
• TriGator is designed specifically for children — distances are short and age‑appropriate

Age Categories & Distances (typical for TriGator — verify on website):

• Ages 3‑5: wading pool swim, tricycle or run, short dash
• Ages 6‑7: pool swim, bike with training wheels or without, run
• Ages 8‑10: longer pool swim, bike on closed roads/parks, longer run
• Ages 11‑14: full youth triathlon distances (sprint‑level for kids)
• Exact distances not listed — check event website for age‑specific charts

Charity Beneficiaries:

• Canadian Tire Jumpstart — national charity that helps kids in financial need participate in sports and physical activity (equipment, registration fees, transportation)
• TriGator For Kids Foundation — local foundation supporting youth sports and triathlon programming in the Woolwich/Elmira area
• Fundraising goal: CA$10,000 — EXCEEDED (CA$10,511 raised as of posting)
• Top fundraisers: Kayce McEachern (CA$544), Torin Sheng (CA$534), Ryan Godkin (CA$506)

What's Included (with sold‑out registration):

• Participant t‑shirt (youth sizing)
• Finisher medal for every child who completes the triathlon
• Chip timing (for older age groups — younger kids may not be timed)
• Post‑race snacks and celebration
• Medical support on site
• Volunteer‑led transition area support

Sold‑Out Status & Registration Policies:

• Online registration opened Saturday, March 7 at 10:00 AM and closed on June 12 (or when sold out)
• SOLD OUT for 2026 — no waitlist mentioned
• All entries are non‑refundable, non‑transferable, and non‑deferrable under any circumstances
• Entry fee includes processing fee, participant t‑shirt, and finisher medal

Fundraising — Every Dollar Helps Kids Play:

• Registration fee alone covers event costs; fundraising supports the charities
• Participants can create personal fundraising pages to collect donations
• 100% of fundraising goal met — but extra donations still accepted
• Canadian Tire Jumpstart has helped over 2 million kids across Canada since 2005

Volunteer‑Run Event:

• TriGator For Kids is managed and operated by a small group of devoted volunteers (no paid staff)
• Volunteers handle registration, transition area, course marshaling, water stations, finish line, and cleanup
• Opportunities to volunteer for future events — contact the race director

Logistics (for future participants — 2027):

• Parking available at Woolwich Memorial Centre (arrive early — limited spaces)
• Bib pickup: race morning at the centre (check event website for exact times)
• Race day registration not available (sold out online)
• No dogs allowed at the venue
• Parents and spectators welcome — cheer zones along the course

Nearby Attractions (for families staying the weekend):

• Elmira's downtown — shops, cafes, and the Elmira Theatre Company
• St. Jacobs Farmers' Market (10 minutes away) — one of Canada's largest outdoor markets
• Kitchener‑Waterloo — museums, restaurants, and the Waterloo Region Museum

Contact: Race Director via Race Roster platform.