A13 Academy - Aquathlon For Qatar

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

RUN

AQUATHLON

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.