Small Fry Tri – Exciting New Course

Saturday, August 1, 2026
Opelika Sportsplex and Aquatics Center
Ages 2-5

Registration is Open!

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About the Race

This year, our Small Fry athletes will complete all three parts of a triathlon on a brand-new course, thoughtfully designed for their age and stage, while giving them a true “big race” experience. This race will still be untimed and just for fun.

• SWIM: Begin with a fun slide into the pool’s splash area.
• BIKE: Ride a bike, trike, scooter, or balance bike (any wheeled device) along our closed, paved, course.
• RUN: Complete the course by running through the same official finish line as our regular triathletes.

Start Time: The Small Fry Tri will begin after the conclusion of the main triathlon, with a start time no earlier than 9:45 AM. The Small Fry transition area will be located outside the pool area near the water slides and will be open all morning. Please note that the actual start time may be later depending on race progress.

Note: Five-year-olds can opt to participate in the Sportsplex Tri for Kids instead of the Small Fry Tri, but they must be able to complete the race independently. For more details about the Sportsplex Tri for Kids, visit the Race Details page.

Registration and Pricing

• March 1 – July 31, 2026 (until 11:15 AM CT): $20/child
• $5 discount per child when registering 3 or more children.
• No same-day registration. Pre-registration is required.

Participant Guidelines & Race Day Information

• Helmets are required during the ride portion.
• A parent or older sibling will need to assist with shoes, fitting helmets, helping ride their “bike” if needed, and supporting them as they dismount and remove their helmet in the second transition.
• All participants receive a race T-shirt, race bib, and swag bag at packet pickup.
• All finishers receive a medal as they cross the finish line.

What to Bring

• Swimsuit or clothes that can get wet
• Water shoes or athletic shoes (with or without socks)
• Towel
• Bike, trike, scooter or balance bike (anything with wheels works!)
• Helmet
• Race Shirt (provided in race packet or another shirt)
• Race Bib (from race packet – pre-pin to front of shirt)
• Sunscreen

Transition Setup

Please place these items in your child’s transition spot before the race:

• Bike, trike, scooter, or balance bike
• Helmet
• Race Shirt
• Race Bib (attach with safety pins before the race)
• Shoes & Socks (if not wearing water shoes for the swim)
• Towel (optional, to dry off)