March 7, 2020 – First Outdoor Triathlon of the Year in BC
Kick off your 2020 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 2020 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 7, 2020
Registration Deadline: March 2, 2020
Race Package Pick-Up:
- TBD. Please check back.
First-Time Triathlete Registration Opens: July 2, 2019
First-Time Triathlete Package Deadline: TBD
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 - 604-822-3996
I'm Ready to Register!
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.
New for 2020: Tiered Pricing Structure
We have updated our pricing structure to introduce tiered pricing. The quantity of spots available in each tier is based on the capacity of each race distance. The table will automatically update when the capacity in a tier has been filled.
Don't forget to add on your 2020 UBC Triathlon Duathlon commemorative T-shirt when you register! Order yours online by February 19th, 2020! Have additional questions? Contact ubc.triathlon@ubc.ca