Wild Child Triathlon
When is Wild Child Triathlon?
Wild Child Triathlon takes place on Sunday, April 19, 2026 in Isle Of Palms, SC.
What distances does Wild Child Triathlon offer?
Wild Child Triathlon offers 4 events: Youth Tri 6 Year Olds, Youth Tri 7-8 Year Olds, Youth Tri 9-10 Year Olds, Youth Tri 11-12 Year Olds.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Youth Tri 6 Year Olds | 1.5142 mi | $65.00 | Register |
| Youth Tri 7-8 Year Olds | 1.5142 mi | $65.00 | Register |
| Youth Tri 9-10 Year Olds | 2.0284 mi | $65.00 | Register |
| Youth Tri 11-12 Year Olds | 4.0568 mi | $65.00 | Register |
How much does Wild Child Triathlon cost?
Registration for Wild Child Triathlon starts at $65.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Wild Child Triathlon held?
Wild Child Triathlon is held in Isle Of Palms, SC at 5881 Palmetto Dr.
About Wild Child Triathlon
Get ready for a splash, sprint, and ride at the "Wild Child Triathlon," hosted by IOP LENS! This exhilarating event will take place at the picturesque Palmetto Hall within the Wild Dunes Resort. Open to young triathletes aged 6-12, the race features swimming, biking, and running segments, capped at 100 spirited participants to ensure a personalized experience.
Age Categories - age of athlete is determined by their age on Dec. 31st, 2026. Please register for the appropriate age category.
Age 6:
25 meter swim / 1 mile bike / .50 mile run
Age 7-8:
25 meter swim / 1 mile bike / .50 mile run
Age 9-10:
50 meter swim / 1 mile bike / 1 mile run
Age 11-12:
100 meter swim / 3 mile bike / 1 mile run
Course Maps
Race Day Schedule
Packet Pickup Date & Time
- Race Day - April 27 7:00AM - 7:45AM
- Wild Dunes Swim Center
- 5881 Palmetto Dr
- Isle of Palms, SC 29451
CHIP PICK UP AND BODY MARKING
7AM - Chip Pick Up, Body Marking, & Transition Opens - all athletes MUST pick up their chip and get body marked on race morning!
7:45AM - Transition area closes - all athletes must be cleared out of transition by 7:45AM
8AM - Race Starts - Athletes will start in a time trial fashion with swimmers starting approximately every 5-10 seconds by age groups. There will be a brief break between age groups to allow areas of the course to clear. We will start with the oldest age group, and work our way down to the 6 year olds.
10:30AM - All athletes are finished and awards presentation begins