The MINI COW TRI CLUB is the first youth focused USA Triathlon Club in Maryland, encouraging healthy lifestyle choices through multisport with an emphasis on fun! We also race direct a couple of pretty cool youth multisport events. The club is open to children ages 7 to 15 as of December 31, 2012, and while previous multisport experience is not necessary a "Can MOO" attitude is!
In 2012, in addition to our regular team training and racing in local/regional events, the MINI COW TRI CLUB will be training and supporting youth triathletes interested in competing at the USA Triathlon Youth National Championship on August 12 in West Chester, OH.
As of May 15, we have a limited number of spots remaining on our 2012 Youth Triathlon Racing Team and uniform orders have been placed.
From our new member Triathlete Starter Kit and weekly training sessions, to discounts on club sponsored clinics, camps and events, there's a barnful of reasons to join the herd!
- New members receive a MINI COW TRI CLUB Triathlete Starter Kit which includes elastic speed laces, and MINI COW TRI CLUB branded bag tag, race belt and transition towel
- Returning members receive a MINI COW TRI CLUB branded sports bottle
- 10% discount to MINI COW TRI CLUB sponsored clinics, camps and events (discounts not retroactive)
- Weekly training sessions May through October led by a USA Triathlon Certified Youth and Junior Coach
- Bike loaner program—for a weekend or a season (based on availability and subject to a nominal fee)
- Pre-race communications with reminders and tips for parents and course notes for our triathletes to help take the stress out of race day
- Race day support including a super cool team tent for pre- and post-race hangin' out
- Race day professional photography (see our gallery)
- Team sponsor and partner discounts
- Member profile on the MINI COW TRI CLUB website
- Official MINI COW TRI CLUB Youth Triathlon Racing Team uniform ($100)
ATHLETIC PREREQUISITES
Membership is open to children ages 7 to 15 as of December 31, 2012. Previous multisport experience is not necessary, but children should be able to swim 50 yards, confidently ride a bike without training wheels, and run for 10 minutes continuously. These athletic prerequisites ensure the safety and enjoyment of our triathletes and coaches. MINI COW TRI CLUB members must be USA Triathlon Youth Members.
READY TO JOIN THE HERD?
2012 membership is just $75 for new members, and $50 for returning members. If your child is not already a USA Triathlon Youth Member, the first step is becoming a member of USA Triathlon. USA Triathlon Youth Membership is available for just $15 per year. The second step is to download, complete, sign and mail the MINI COW TRI CLUB Membership Application and Release of Liability to MINI COW TRI CLUB, 1201 Longbow Road, Mount Airy, MD, 21771.
As of May 15, we have a limited number of spots remaining on our 2012 Youth Triathlon Racing Team and uniform orders have been placed.
To learn more about team training, team commitment and triathlete equipment needs, please see our FAQ page. For the complete 2012 MINI COW TRI CLUB clinc, camp and event schedule, see our cowendar.