Junior Program
Mandurah Triathlon Club Trystars & Junior Program
TRYstars is an introduction into the sport of triathlon for Juniors. The program focuses on fun and enjoyment while teaching the fundamentals of triathlon. TRYstars allows juniors to develop their skills and fitness in a fun non-competitive environment while being with friends and making new friends.
Triathlon is: Swim, Bike, Run
Splash ‘n’ Dash is: Swim then Run
Duathlon is: Run, Bike, Run
Information about fees and racing can be found on our JOIN THE CLUB PAGE
Our TRYstars program
Our TRYstars is a 3 month program running from December to March. The TRYstars take part in a structured training session each Friday night that runs for approx 60 minutes from 5pm.
The session includes a warm-up and games and skill development followed by a ‘Splash & Dash” which is a swim then run.
The TRYstars also have the opportunity to take part in 2 Mandurah and 3 Rockingham junior triathlons over the 3 months and 2 additional skill development sessions held for the bike and the swim.
TRYstars Event Calendar
Visit the calendar to view TRYStars Events
The TRYstars program is structured similar to Vac Swim whereby during the program the children are assessed against certain criteria based on their age. They are awarded at presentations at the end of the season for achieving the particular level and also for participation throughout the program.
If you or your children are interested in knowing more about TRYstars please contact our club TRYstars Coordinator :
Keah Paxton on 0421 443 660 or via trystars@trimandurah.com
Who can be a TRYstar?
If you have an interest in swimming, biking or running or all 3 then why not give TRYstars a go!!
If you are between 7 – 11 you can become a registered TWA TRYstars member,
If you are 5 or 6 you can participate with your parent
Minimum requirements
Must be able to Swim 50m
Ride a bike.
Be able to listen to and follow instructions
How to register
Follow the link below
http://regonline.activeglobal.com/Register/Checkin.aspx?EventID=989181
Select, Junior Membership
Follow the prompts
And select Mandurah Tri Club as your nominated club
And bring your TWA TRYstars membership card down to Splash and Dash
Benefits of being a TRYstars member
- Membership to Triathlon Australia
- Membership to Triathlon WA
- Membership to your local TRYstars club
- TRYstars membership card
- TRYstars t-shirt
- TRYstars swim cap
- Club training sessions held weekly during tri season
- 5 opportunities to participate in triathlon-type events
- TRYstars certificate presented at the end of the season
- Insurance coverage whilst racing and training
Bike Tips
Here are some helpful tips for your to enjoy riding your bike
· Make sure that your helmet is free from cracks and fits correctly before you go for a ride
· If you can fit a waterbottle to your bike in case you get thirsty while you are out riding
· Make sure that your tyres are pumped up and do not have punctures
· Check that your breaks are working
· Take your bike to a local bike store for a check if you are unsure of the condition of your bike
· If you are riding in the late afternoon make sure that you wear bright clothing so that cars see you
· If you have sunglasses wear them so you protect your eyes
· Practice with a parent or friend the transition skills you have learned
· Plan a course before you take off so you and your parents know where you are riding, even better take your parents with you and you can all have fun together
· Make sure that you ride on a safe surface, if on a road lookout for dangers including cars, potholes, loose surfaces and other road users
· Make sure you know how far and where you have to ride on the day of an event. Practice this distance so you are ready on the day
