Registration Info

Your registration includes*

• Race Day Raffle prizes include
  • Quintana Roo Ultra-John wetsuit from Gear West Bike & Tri
  • Pair of running shoes from Gear West Run
  • Total Immersion swim instruction package
  • Your choice of free endurance sports class at the YWCA, e.g. running, triathlon
• Performance technical race shirt and personalized race number (your first name so spectators can cheer for you!).
• From beginners to elites, we celebrate your personal success with multiple award categories and a finisher award for all.
• Optional bike safety check at Gear West Bike & Tri the week prior to the race
• 15% off nutrition at both Gear West stores the week before the race
• Training support such as 12-week training plan template, First Tri clinics and race email newsletter with training and racing tips, and course talks at packet pickup.
• Supporting a good cause! Race proceeds benefit the YWCA's Women's Wellness program that helps urban women of color take charge of their health.

Prices

Pricing is based on when you register:

Register through June 1:	$65
Register June 2 - August 1:	$75
Register August 2 - 16:	$85

Note: You will also have to have a USA Triathlon membership (see below) or purchase a 1-day license. The 1-day license fee is $10, and you can pay for it during online registration on midwestevents.com. If you purchase a 1-day license, then later decide to get a USA Triathlon membership, you can have your 1-day license fee refunded at packet pickup (with proof of membership and ID).

Packet Pickup Requirements

All participants must have photo ID. No exceptions.

All participants must sign an event waiver. Minors (age 14-17) must be accompanied by a parent or guardian to also sign the waiver in order for the minor to race.

Annual USAT members are required to show their membership card before they will be issued their packet. If they do not have their membership card, they will be charged $10 for a one-day permit or $39 to renew their annual membership.

If you purchase a single event permit but later choose to purchase an annual membership, you will be refunded the $10 1-day license fee (with proof of membership and ID) at packet pickup.

Refund and Transfer Policy

No refunds will be given for any reason and no entry transfers are allowed. However, if you notify race management of your inability to participate in time for a waitlisted registrant to participate, you will receive the opportunity for preferred early registration for 2009. Please know that your entry fee will benefit the YWCA of Minneapolis Women's Wellness program-empowering urban women of color to take control of their health.

Waitlist

If the race fills before you can get in, please email us at triathlon@ywcampls.org. We can put you on a waiting list. If a spot opens you will be able to register and participate. Please also consider volunteering.

USA Triathlon Sanctioning

The YWCA of Minneapolis Women's Triathlon will be sanctioned by USA Triathlon (USAT). USAT is the governing body of triathlon in the United States. They set and are responsible for enforcing all of the rules and guidelines associated with the sport of triathlon. By having a race sanctioned through USAT, you are ensuring that the race will be conducted under established guidelines to present a safe, professional, and fair event. In addition, competitors, volunteers, and spectators will be covered by a race day insurance policy.

*USA Triathlon Membership

All adult (18+) participants of USAT sanctioned events must have an annual USAT membership ($39) or purchase a 1-day license ($10). Youth 15-17 must purchase a $5 annual membership. If you will be participating in four or more USAT sanctioned races in one year, we encourage you to join USA Triathlon. Check out USA Triathlon's web page (usatriathlon.org) for information on membership and sanctioning.