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Captain Kids Triathlon

Galveston, Texas
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Galveston, Texas

About Captain Kids Triathlon

Get ready for a great race!

Your Mates and Mini Mates will swim in a lazy river, bike through the Moody Gardens resort, and run through the tropical gardens—all leading up to a waterpark celebration for the family! Every athlete gets a waterpark admission + free entries for three family members or friends! Come for race day or make it a fun family getaway. Parents, siblings, friends & teammates can join the fun—volunteer as a Deckhand and experience the race up close!

 

Captain Kids Waves for 2025:

✔️ Age Group Waves: Mini Mates, Mates & Long Course Mates (based on USAT age)

✔️Captain's Waves: For experienced youth triathletes ready to race


✔️ First Mates Waves: Adaptive divisions with guides & race modifications available

 

Race Distances:


✔️ Mini Mates (6-10): 100m swim, 2 mile bike, ½ mile run


✔️ Mates (11-14): 200m swim, 4 mile bike, 1 mile run


✔️ Long Course Mates (15): 200m swim, 6 mile bike, 1.7 mile run


✔️ Captain's Wave Mini Mates (6-10): 200m swim, 4 mile bike, 1 mile run


✔️ Captain's Wave Mates (11-14): 200m swim, 6 mile bike, 1.7 mile run

 

The Captain's Wave:

The Captain's Wave is for those athletes that have their sea legs and are experienced triathletes wanting to race, and is designed to add additional safety and fairness within the races. If your athlete is on a racing team, has a coach, routinely places in other youth races, and wants to test their skills against the other experienced athletes, then the athlete may qualify to compete in the Captain's Wave. Your athlete should be familiar with all aspects of triathlon, including the rules and regulations for youth triathlons (drafting, spacing, passing, etc), and should have competed in a number of triathlons prior to this event. If you’re not sure which division is right for your athlete, send the Captain an email and we’ll help you figure it out.  

The Captain's Waves have separate awards from the age group division and only compete against each other. The athletes are numbered from oldest to youngest, and awards are based on the number of participants. 

🏴‍☠️ Ready to race? Join the crew and sign up today!

Captain Kids TriathlonGet ready for a great race! Your Mates and Mini Mates will swim in a lazy river, bike through the Moody Gardens resort, and run through the tropical gardens—all leading up to a waterpark celebration for the family! Every athlete gets a waterpark admission + free entries for three family members or friends! Come for race day or make it a fun family getaway. Parents, siblings, friends & teammates can join the fun—volunteer as a Deckhand and experience the race up close!   Captain Kids Waves for 2025: ✔️ Age Group Waves: Mini Mates, Mates & Long Course Mates (based on USAT age) ✔️Captain's Waves: For experienced youth triathletes ready to race
 ✔️ First Mates Waves: Adaptive divisions with guides & race modifications available   Race Distances:
 ✔️ Mini Mates (6-10): 100m swim, 2 mile bike, ½ mile run
 ✔️ Mates (11-14): 200m swim, 4 mile bike, 1 mile run
 ✔️ Long Course Mates (15): 200m swim, 6 mile bike, 1.7 mile run
 ✔️ Captain's Wave Mini Mates (6-10): 200m swim, 4 mile bike, 1 mile run
 ✔️ Captain's Wave Mates (11-14): 200m swim, 6 mile bike, 1.7 mile run   The Captain's Wave: The Captain's Wave is for those athletes that have their sea legs and are experienced triathletes wanting to race, and is designed to add additional safety and fairness within the races. If your athlete is on a racing team, has a coach, routinely places in other youth races, and wants to test their skills against the other experienced athletes, then the athlete may qualify to compete in the Captain's Wave. Your athlete should be familiar with all aspects of triathlon, including the rules and regulations for youth triathlons (drafting, spacing, passing, etc), and should have competed in a number of triathlons prior to this event. If you’re not sure which division is right for your athlete, send the Captain an email and we’ll help you figure it out.   The Captain's Waves have separate awards from the age group division and only compete against each other. The athletes are numbered from oldest to youngest, and awards are based on the number of participants.  🏴‍☠️ Ready to race? Join the crew and sign up today!
Galveston, TX

Race Events & Distances

Choose from 7 race distances available for Captain Kids Triathlon in Galveston, TX. Registration includes timing, finisher medals, and post-race refreshments.

Mini Mates Kids Tri (Ages 6-10)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Mini Mates Kids Tri (Ages 6-10)

How long is the Mini Mates Kids Tri (Ages 6-10)?
The Mini Mates Kids Tri (Ages 6-10) covers Distance varies.
What time does the Mini Mates Kids Tri (Ages 6-10) start?
The Mini Mates Kids Tri (Ages 6-10) starts at 7:30:00 AM.
Where is the Mini Mates Kids Tri (Ages 6-10) located?
The Mini Mates Kids Tri (Ages 6-10) takes place in Galveston, TX.

Captain's Wave - Mates (Ages 11-14)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Captain's Wave - Mates (Ages 11-14)

How long is the Captain's Wave - Mates (Ages 11-14)?
The Captain's Wave - Mates (Ages 11-14) covers Distance varies.
What time does the Captain's Wave - Mates (Ages 11-14) start?
The Captain's Wave - Mates (Ages 11-14) starts at 7:30:00 AM.
Where is the Captain's Wave - Mates (Ages 11-14) located?
The Captain's Wave - Mates (Ages 11-14) takes place in Galveston, TX.

Mates Kids Tri (Ages 11-14)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Mates Kids Tri (Ages 11-14)

How long is the Mates Kids Tri (Ages 11-14)?
The Mates Kids Tri (Ages 11-14) covers Distance varies.
What time does the Mates Kids Tri (Ages 11-14) start?
The Mates Kids Tri (Ages 11-14) starts at 7:30:00 AM.
Where is the Mates Kids Tri (Ages 11-14) located?
The Mates Kids Tri (Ages 11-14) takes place in Galveston, TX.

Captain's Wave - Mini Mates (Ages 6-10)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Captain's Wave - Mini Mates (Ages 6-10)

How long is the Captain's Wave - Mini Mates (Ages 6-10)?
The Captain's Wave - Mini Mates (Ages 6-10) covers Distance varies.
What time does the Captain's Wave - Mini Mates (Ages 6-10) start?
The Captain's Wave - Mini Mates (Ages 6-10) starts at 7:30:00 AM.
Where is the Captain's Wave - Mini Mates (Ages 6-10) located?
The Captain's Wave - Mini Mates (Ages 6-10) takes place in Galveston, TX.

1st Mini Mates

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1st Mini Mates

How long is the 1st Mini Mates?
The 1st Mini Mates covers Distance varies.
What time does the 1st Mini Mates start?
The 1st Mini Mates starts at 7:30:00 AM.
Where is the 1st Mini Mates located?
The 1st Mini Mates takes place in Galveston, TX.

Long Course Mates (Age 15)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Long Course Mates (Age 15)

How long is the Long Course Mates (Age 15)?
The Long Course Mates (Age 15) covers Distance varies.
What time does the Long Course Mates (Age 15) start?
The Long Course Mates (Age 15) starts at 7:30:00 AM.
Where is the Long Course Mates (Age 15) located?
The Long Course Mates (Age 15) takes place in Galveston, TX.

1st Mates

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1st Mates

How long is the 1st Mates?
The 1st Mates covers Distance varies.
What time does the 1st Mates start?
The 1st Mates starts at 7:30:00 AM.
Where is the 1st Mates located?
The 1st Mates takes place in Galveston, TX.

Registration Information

Registration is typically available online until race day (subject to capacity). Early registration is recommended for guaranteed entry and potential early bird pricing. Check with race organizers for specific event details and included amenities.

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