A13 Academy - Aquathlon For Qatar
▣ 12/02/2024 ● The Ritz-Carlton ▮ Doha Finished

A13 Academy - Aquathlon For Qatar

DATE & VENUE

 

RACE MAP

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SCHEDULE

  • 06:30 AM – Race Pack Collection, Transition Zone Opens

  • 06:45 AM – Swimming Pool is Open for Warm Up 

  • 07:30 AM – Race Pack Collection ENDS, Transition Zone Temporarily Closed 

  • 07:40 AM – Swim Warm-Up ENDS, all athletes are advised to attend the briefing

  • 07:45 AM – Mandatory Race Briefing

  • 08:00 AM – The first 3 Competitors will start with the following athletes starting at 10-second intervals thereafter.

  • 09:30 AM – Expected time of Medal Ceremony

 

AGE GROUP & RACE DISTANCE

RUN

  • AG 3-6 - Run 600m

AQUATHLON

  • AG 7-8 - Swim 50m > Run 1km 

  • AG 9-10 - Swim 50m > Run 1km

  • AG 11-13 - Swim 100m > Run 2km

  • AG 14-16 - Swim 100m > Run 2km

Note: Your age on December 31, 2024, will determine which age group you will belong.

 

SWIMMING ATTIRE

  • Athletes must always cover their upper body & thighs. The use of a tri-suit is recommended. But if a tri-suit is unavailable, athletes can wear swimming attire that should cover the torso, back, and upper thighs. 

 

START PROTOCOL

  • Athletes enter the pool area just before their start time, lining up based on race numbers.

  • The starter calls athletes one by one, starting them 10 seconds apart. 

  • Participants start every 10 seconds. Cross the timing mat then jump or dive into the pool.

  • Swimmers record their swim time by crossing another timing mat when exiting the pool.

 

RULES AND REGULATIONS

SWIM RULES (in addition to what is in the World Triathlon Competition Rules)

  • Swimming is at your own risk and responsibility. You'll need to be able to cover the swim distance without any assistance. 

  • Wetsuits are NOT allowed. 

  • Floaters & Kickboards are allowed for use for Age Group 7-8.

  • Swim Attire: Athletes must always cover their upper body & thighs. The use of a tri-suit is recommended. But if a tri-suit is unavailable, athletes can wear swimming attire that should cover the torso, back, and upper thighs. 

TRANSITION RULES (in addition to what is in the World Triathlon Competition Rules)

  • The transition zone will open at 06:30 AM and close at 07:30 AM

  • Athletes are not allowed inside transition after 07:30 AM

  • Spectators/family/friends/etc. are NOT allowed in transition.

  • Bags are not allowed inside the transition.

  • Athletes are allowed to have a towel on the floor inside the transition.

  • Only equipment used during the race is allowed inside the transition.

  • After finishing the swim, make sure you place your swim gear in your designated bin.

RUN RULES (in addition to what is in the World Triathlon Competition Rules)

  • Athletes are NOT allowed to run with a bare torso. Athletes must always cover their upper body & thighs.

  • No Littering on the run route. 

  • Bib number OR Body Marking MUST be visible during the run leg.

 

GENERAL RULES & INFORMATION

  • Athletes must return their timing chips. Failure to do so, the athlete must pay 500 QAR.

  • A timing chip must be placed on the left foot ankle.

  • Our officials are available to assist you. Kindly adhere to their instructions.

  • We strongly advise you to stay hydrated and use sunscreen.

  • The race course will be marked. However, it is the athletes' responsibility to follow the course and count their laps.

  • The Top 3 Winners for each age group will be awarded trophies.

  • Each Finisher will get a Finisher Medal.

 

REGISTRATION

  • Online Pre-Registration Only

  • Registration is Open until 10:00 AM (MORNING) on February 6 (Tuesday)

  • There will be NO onsite registration on Event day

  • There is NO Entry Fee