March 9, 2019 – First Outdoor Triathlon of the Year in BC
Kick off your 2019 race season with BC’s longest running triathlon. With a wide variety of distances and race formats, there is something for everyone. The swimming segment of this triathlon takes place indoors in the competition tank of the UBC Aquatic Centre. The event takes place on UBC’s beautiful campus and you’ll enjoy professional race timing and friendly volunteers to keep you safe on route.
I am looking for information for…
FIRST-TIME TRIATHLETES
ADULT TRIATHLETES
YOUTH TRIATHLETES
Do you have a special request or circumstance?
We would love to hear from you! UBC Recreation takes great pride in ensuring that all our participants feel welcomed and have a safe amd inclusive race experience. If you have a special request or circumstance please contact us at ubc.triathlon@ubc.ca.
Adult Triathletes
Kick off your 2019 race season with BC’s longest running triathlon. Swim in the competition tank of the award winning UBC Aquatic Centre, then bike and run through UBC’s picturesque campus.
Key Dates
Race Day: Saturday, March 9, 2019
Registration Deadline: March 4, 2019
Earlybird Registration Deadline: February 11, 2019
First-Time Triathlete Registration Opens: August 1, 2018
First-Time Triathlete Package Deadline: January 14th, 2019
Race Distances Overview
The UBC Triathlon Duathlon offers a variety of race types and distances.
| Triathlon Races | Swim | Cycle | Run |
| Olympic Triathlon | 1500m | 40km | 10km |
| Sprint Triathlon | 700m | 20km | 5km |
| Short Triathlon | 400m | 10km | 5km |
| Relay Triathlon | 700m | 20km | 5km |
| Duathlon Races | Run | Cycle | Run |
| Duathlon | 5km | 20km | 5km |
Modified and Team Experiences
Relay
A Relay team can consist of 2 or 3 participants, Participants will make exchanges in designated zones located near Cycle Transition.
The Relay race use the distances associated to the Sprint Course.
Duathlon
The Duathlon is an individual event featuring two 5km runs and a 20km cycle and no swim portion.
Curious about the route? rules? etc?
Everything you could possibly want to know about the race is listed on our Event Details page.
Have Further Questions or Concerns?
Please direct your inquiries to ubc.triathlon@ubc.ca or the UBC Events hotline - 604.822.9052
You can register for your race online by clicking the "Register" button next to the appropriate race distance. Alternatively, you can register in-person at the UBC Student Recreation Centre.
Don't forget to add on your 2019 UBC Triathlon Duathlon technical T-shirt when you register! Have additional questions? Contact ubc.triathlon@ubc.ca