2026 Wawasee Kiwanis Sprint Triathlon

The Wawasee Kiwanis is the  host of the second leg of the "Triple Crown Triathlon Series", On July 26th, 2025. 

To learn more or register for the 2025 Triple Crown Series of  which includes participation in this race  Warsaw Optimist Triathlon

You do not need to participate in the Triple Crown race series to compete in the Wawasee Kiwanis Triathlon. This event is open to everyone of all ages and abilities. 

The race is a Sprint Triathlon.

1/4-mile (400M) swim

13.5-mile (21.7kilometer) Bike

3.1-mile (5k) run

The race is hosted at the Syracuse Community Center. 

Information for the triple crown race series can be found at 

https://endurancecui.active.com/new/events/94875301/select-race?_p=08747061344041862&e4q=c51390ca-d65d-4288-b625-8460248dc926&e4p=74a96d59-939d-435e-8956-0399769b7192&e4ts=1768842829&e4c=active&e4e=snawe00000000&e4rt=Safetynet&e4h=495de7eb041c6925db4849e49640e8c8

Location:

Syracuse Lakeside Park (1013 N Long Drive, Syracuse, IN 46567) is located on the North side of Syracuse on Syracuse Lake. Syracuse is in northern Indiana, on State Highway 13.

USAT Age Division Assignments:

The age group of a participant will be determined by age on December 31 of the event year, NOT by age by race day. You will be assigned to an age division according to your age on December 31, 2025.

Race age restrictions:

The MINIMUM age for entry in the triathlon is 15 years. The triathlon is USAT sanctioned. This applies to solo triathlete or as a member of a team. USA Triathlon required age group divisions for solo: Adult: 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85+

Sponsorship:

This triathlon is sponsored by the Wawasee Kiwanis Club, a nonprofit organization. Any and all profits go to designated Wawasee Kiwanis Charities (Some of which are Riley Children’s Hospital, Teen Parents Succeeding, Syracuse Community Center, Harold Schrock Youth Complex, Scholarships, Syracuse Food Pantry and more).

A Chip Timed Race:

All participants must wear an assigned timing chip. You will be responsible for returning your timing chip at the finish line or pay a $30 replacement fee. Teams are only assigned one timing chip (Bib number) and must transfer the chip to succeeding members of the team in the transition area.

Registration and Parking:

There is a limit of 300 entries. Same Day registration will be available if race is not full, fees for same day registration will be the After July 11^th fee plus $5 for individuals and $10 for teams. Same Day Registration is considered as Friday July 25^th and Saturday July 26^th. Get your entry in early. There will be no parking at Syracuse Lakeside Park/Syracuse Community Center the day of the race. There is public parking in Downtown Syracuse (2 blocks from Park), St Andrews United Methodist Church on Long Drive and the surrounding area.

USAT:

The Triathlon is a USAT Sanctioned Race. If you are not a USAT member there will be $15 1-time pass to participate. You may purchase an annual USAT membership by calling 719-597-9090 or log on to hhtp://www.usatriathlon.org/ for membership.

Special Note- Team Transition Requirements:

Minimum age per USAT is 15 years old for all team members.   EACH AND EVERY TEAM MEMBER IS REQUIRED TO SHOW ID AND SIGN USAT RELEASE FORMS AT PACKET PICKUP. In between each leg of the race, you will always hand off the timing chip to your teammate INSIDE the transition area.

PHOTO ID:

ALL ATHLETES MUST SHOW PHOTO ID TO PICK UP THEIR PACKET TO RACE. A USAT REQUIREMENT. NO EXCEPTIONS. Additionally, USAT members must show their USAT membership cards or pay an additional $15 fee for a one-day permit.

Packet Pick Up:

Packets may be picked up at Syracuse Lakeside Park Community building on Friday night July 25, 2025, from 5:30-7:30 PM and Saturday morning July 26^th from 6:00-7:30 AM.

Arrive Early. YOU MUST SHOW PHOTO ID AND USAT MEMBERS MUST SHOW CURRENT USAT CARD.  

Late registrations forfeit rights to a t-shirt

Athletes that delay registration until after July 11^th, 2025, forfeit all rights to a T-Shirt, since there is insufficient time to order a T-Shirt for you.

Pre- Race Clinic

A pre-race clinic will be held on Friday, July 25^th at 6:00PM at Syracuse Community Center.   For those new to the sport, you will receive tips on setting up your transition area, do's and don'ts and an opportunity to ask questions.

The beach will close at 7:40AM and the race director will go over important announcements before the race.

Transition Area:

The transition area will be guarded. Only the participants will be able to be in the transition area and will be the only one to pickup bike and equipment. Your body ID must match up with your bike number. The transition area will close at 7:50AM the morning of the race. All athletes must leave the transition area at this time and head down to the start line. DO NOT FORGET TO WEAR YOUR TIMING CHIP.

Racecourse Characteristics:

Swim – ¼ mile total (out and back), USAT rules govern the use of wet suits. Bike 13.49 miles with a few rolling hills early on, then mostly a flat, fast course. Bike Helmets must be always strapped before-during-after the race to prevent disqualification. You must furnish your own water on the bike course. The run is 3.1 miles along the rolling hills of the north shore of Syracuse Lake. Runners must wear race number in front.

Per USAT rules, the sole responsibility of knowing and following the prescribed cycling course rests with each participant. No adjustments in times or results shall be made for participants who fail to follow the proper course for any reason whatsoever. Please drive the course before the race or study the maps provided.

Race Safety:

We have the right to remove anyone from the race if we feel that your safety, or the safety of others, is at risk if you continue. We will not allow you to make this an unsafe race for you, and or other participants. You cannot wear any headphones, air pods, earbuds of any kind.

Changing of Swim waves:

If you entered as an individual and you feel and have evidence that you may be an overall race winner, you may contact the race director prior to race day to request a change to the first wave. If you entered as a Team, the swimmer on your team may not change waves.

Insurance:

Triathlon – Your personal insurance will be the primary carrier. USAT will be the secondary carrier.

Awards and Prizes:

Triathlon Race awards will be presented to the female and male overall winners. Awards will also be given to female and male 1^st, 2^nd and 3^rd place winners in five-year age groups, Clydesdales, Athena’s and teams.   Swim caps for everyone. T-shirts for those who signed up prior to July 11^th.

Food and Refreshments:

Water, Gatorade, and food will be available for all athletes after the race.

Race Results:

Race results will be posted at the race, and on the website: www.wawaseekiwanis.org penalties will also be posted immediately after the race. Also results will be on https://rubletiming.com.

Event Cancellation Policy:

If Natural Disaster, Foul Weather or Community Disaster occurs, we will work with local officials to help make decisions based on safety first. Courses and/or race segments can be altered if possible, as agreed upon with local officials.

Refunds:

THERE ARE NO REFUNDS. In the event the race should be canceled for reasons beyond the control of the Race Director or Race Committee (inclement weather or unsafe weather conditions; local, state or national emergency; public health emergency), refunds will not be made. The Syracuse Wawasee Kiwanis club is a 501c3 charity and all proceeds from this event are donated to charity.