Welcome!
Welcome to the WolfPack PUPS Youth Triathlon Program! We offer two pathways for young athletes — the Development Team and the Travel Team — designed to meet each athlete’s goals, experience, and commitment level. Whether your child is new to triathlon or ready to compete regionally, there’s a place for them on our team!
🌱 Development Team
The Development Team is designed for athletes who are learning the fundamentals of triathlon. It emphasizes skill development, fitness, and fun, with an introduction to racing in a supportive environment.
Includes:
- 6+ team practices on weekends (swim, bike, run sessions)
- Technique-focused training (form, transitions, safety)
- 5+ Local fun races and time trials
- Option to purchase Team uniform and coaching support
- FREE Entry to 2026 Finger Lakes Silver Youth Duathlon (5/30/2026)
- FREE Entry to 2026 Finger Lakes Canandaigua Youth Triathlon
- Season: May–September
Ideal For: Athletes ages 7–16 who are newer to triathlon or prefer a non-travel experience.
Cost: $125
🏆 Travel Team
The Travel Team is a competitive program for experienced youth triathletes ready for regional and national-level racing. It includes structured, high-performance training and race support across all disciplines.
Includes:
- Everything listed in Development team offering plus...
- 2-3 structured training sessions per week
- Advanced coaching featuring progressive, phase-based training plans
- Travel to regional and national youth triathlon events
- Strength, nutrition, and race strategy sessions
- Season: February–October with option for indoor group rides in winter
Ideal For: Athletes ages 10–18 with prior triathlon or multisport experience seeking higher-level competition.
Cost: $200 + travel expenses + team tri kit
Comparison: Development vs. Travel
| Feature | Development Team | Travel Team |
|---|---|---|
| Focus | Skill building, fitness, fun | Competition, performance, race strategy |
| Training Load | 1 practice or race a week | 2-3 workouts a week |
| Races | Local youth triathlons | Regional & national USAT Youth/Junior races |
| Travel | Minimal | Regular travel required |
| Coaching | Fundamental technique | Advanced, individualized plans |
| Season | March–Sept | Feb–Oct* |
| Commitment Level | Moderate | High |
| Ideal For | New or recreational athletes | Experienced, competitive athletes |
Tentative 2026 Schedule
| Date | Type | Location | City/State | Discipline | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 4 | Race (Out of Town) | Innsbrook | Glen Allen, VA | S/B/R | East Coast Tri – Out of State |
| May 10 | Training (9–11 AM) | Mendon Ponds Park | Mendon, NY | R/B | — |
| May 17 | Training (9–11 AM) | Mendon Ponds Park | Mendon, NY | R/B/R | — |
| May 31 | Race | Silver Lake* | Wyoming County, NY | R/B/R | Silver Serpent |
| June 7 | Training (9–11 AM) | Durand Eastman Beach | Irondequoit, NY | S/B/R | — |
| June 13–15 | Race (Out of Town) | Bradys Run Park | Beaver Falls, PA | S/B/R | Jenny Lee Tri |
| June 28 | Training (9–11 AM) | Mendon Ponds Park | Mendon, NY | R/B/R | — |
| July 12 | Training (9–11 AM) | Canandaigua Lake | Canandaigua, NY | S/B/R | |
| July 26 | Training (9–11 AM) | Durand Eastman Beach | Irondequoit, NY | S/B/R | |
| August 1–3 | Race | VOA Lake | West Chester, OH | S/B/R | Youth & Junior Nationals Championship |
| August 2 | Race | Perinton Community Center | Perinton, NY | S/B/R | Perinton Rec Youth Tri |
| August 9 | Race | Healthy Kids Buffalo Tri | Buffalo, NY | — | — |
| August 16 | Race | Indian Pines Park* | Penn Yan, NY | S/B/R | Peasantman |
| August 22 | Race | Durand Eastman Beach* | Irondequoit, NY | S/B/R | Rochester Splash & Dash |
| September 6 | Race | FLT* | Canandaigua, NY | S/B/R | Finger Lakes Triathlon – race fees included |
Next Steps
✅ Select your program and complete the registration form.
📅 Registration deadline: No deadline, but the sooner the better
📧 Questions? Contact info@wolfpackmultisport.com
