Our Development|Recreation Program

Otter Tri welcomes kids 8 years and up to join us.
These kids may have raced one or two triathlons, or are interested in learning.
The Development Program is a pathway to our Performance team.
The 8-10s (River Otters) are expected to compete in at least two races per year.
At 11 years, (Giant River Otters) they can choose to be more performance driven.
Because we believe in a variety of sports and activities to help us develop into well-rounded individuals, our schedule reflects that. It has flexibility.

Kids learn movement and skills related to three sports. Strength, balance and coordination is incorporated in our training.

Kids learn to set-up transition, carry their equipment, organize gear bags, and gain self-confidence as they learn!

Kids make friends on the team, and while racing. It is exciting to train and race with friends!

We play antennae tag and wear cones on our heads. There is a lot of laughter at practice.

River Otters (8-10years)

Otter Tri Team for the River Otters is an extension of play.
While learning skills necessary to compete in triathlon, our Otters are also learning movement skills. Fun is emphasized!
Our Coach encourages this age group to explore a variety of sports and activities to develop movement.
For this age group, practices are broken into 5-8week blocks with practices one to two times per week, with a focus race or event.
Because of the age and skill levels, space is limited.
Registration for upcoming sessions opens about a month prior to the session start.
Please do not hesitate to schedule a Clarity Call, if you have any questions.

Focus in training is more race-driven.
Skill-development continues, while consideration for performance and possibly endurance races.
Middle School kids are encouraged to run cross-country, and swim competitively.
Practice opportunities run 5 times per week.
Continued support for movement exploration outside of triathlon, especially in activities and sports that support triathlon.
Opportunities for Run Club and Open-Water Swim are available.