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Join us for the New York University Abu Dhabi Indoor Triathlon, a dynamic and inclusive multi-sport event open to athletes of all levels, taking place on Sunday September 21, 2025. Test your endurance, push your limits, and enjoy the thrill of competition in a unique, indoor-friendly format combining swimming, MYWhoosh virtual cycling, and running.
Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a young aspiring champion, there's a race for you.
Junior Aquathlon
We’ll kick off the afternoon with our Junior Aquathlon, designed to introduce youth participants to the excitement of multi-sport racing. Compete against your peers in a safe and supportive environment.
Age Categories & Distances
Under 8 | 50m Swim + 500m Run
Under 11 | 100m Swim + 500m Run
Under 13 | 150m Swim + 500m Run
There will be two heats of Junior Age Triathlon to accommodate all participants.
Triathlon Format (Adults)
Athletes will race through a high-energy course that combines swimming, indoor cycling, and track running, all set up for maximum excitement and performance:
Swim | Start with a 350m open-water-style swim in the NYUAD indoor pool.
T1 Transition | Exit the water and move through a dry-off transition area to your bike station which will be located on level 1
Bike | Jump onto your preset bike set up on a smart trainer and go full gas for a 5km MyWhoosh virtual ride. This is a threshold effort, give it everything you've got! Technicians will be available pre-race to ensure your setup is ready.
T2 Transition | Step off the bike, lace up your running shoes, and hit the track.
Run | Finish strong with a 1,100m run on the 200m Indoor Track — fast, flat, and built for speed.
TIMINGS:
Event Schedule:
Time Contest Swim Cycle Run
1:30 PM Junior Aquathlon - 3 Age Group Waves 50m - 150m swims with 500m run
2:15 PM Heat 4 (20 Junior Competitors) 350m swim, 5km bike 1,100m run
2:45 PM Heat 5 (20 Competitors)350m swim, 5km bike 1,100m run
3:15 PM Heat 6 (20 Competitors)350m swim, 5km bike 1,100m run
3:45 PM Heat 7 (20 Competitors)350m swim, 5km bike 1,100m run
4:15 PM Heat 8 (20 Competitors): THRESHOLD DOUBLE 350m swim and then 5km Bike x 2 1,100m Run x 2
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