Kids Swim Bike Run Event invites kids of all ages to "toe the start line" of this fun event that gives kids a sense of accomplishment! 
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Kids Swim Bike Run

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Get Ready to Toe the Start Line!
The Kids Swim Bike Run is a fun, non-competitive event designed for kids ages 3–12 to move their bodies, try something new, and feel a sense of accomplishment. The event welcomes all ability levels — adaptations like life jackets, training wheels, scooters, or walking are all encouraged. With a supportive environment and flexible format based on time, kids can participate at their own pace while families cheer them on from one central location.

Three Divisions 
Kids can participate in one of three divisions (Cheetah, Ostrich, or Zebra), with each division entailing a different duration of swimming, biking, and running.  The swim will take place in the pool with the bike and run taking place throughout a parking lot.  Lifejackets or swim noodles can be used during the swim, and scooters or striders are welcome for the bike.  Parents/guardians and fans can watch all of their participants at once making this a fun, family event!​ 

Cheetah
Swim: 3 minutes
Bike: 10 minutes
Run: 5 minutes

Ostrich
Swim: 5 minutes
Bike: 15 minutes
Run: 10 minutes

Zebra
Swim: 10 minutes
Bike: 20 minutes
Run: 15 minutes

**Zebras will have 10 minutes to transition from swim to bike, Ostriches and Cheetahs will have 8 minutes.
Participants can take longer than the transition time allotted but not less.

Timeline
6:00-6:30 pm - Participant check-in and transition setup
6:30-6:45 pm - Event announcements (near the pool)
6:45-7:00 pm - Pool open for warm-ups (tentative)
7:00-7:55 pm - Kids' Swim Bike Run
7:00 pm - Zebras start swim, 7:12 pm - Ostriches start swim, 7:19 pm - Cheetahs start swim
8:00-8:30 pm - Post event pictures, snacks, social

 

2025 Kids Swim Bike Run

St. Louis Park 2025 Event Recap

• 29 young athletes signed up to swim, bike, and run in this year’s St. Louis Park Kids Swim Bike Run held on Tuesday, June 2!
• Despite cooler temps and poor air quality, many kids showed up with smiles, determination, and high fives.
• Each participant received a bib, medal, and a t-shirt — plus a Dilly Bar to celebrate at the finish line!
• A huge thank you to our generous sponsors for making this event possible and supporting youth movement (see sponsors below).
• Special thanks to the City of St. Louis Park for being a strong and collaborative partner in creating this fun, active event for local families.
• A special shoutout to our incredible volunteers, whose energy and support made the day smooth, safe, and fun for all involved.

St. Louis Park Sponsors 2025
Our Kids Swim Bike Run event is all about fun, fitness, and community!  A huge thank you to our amazing sponsors for making this event possible.  Their support helps us provide scholarships and ensure every child has a great experience.  To learn more about each sponsor, click on the logos below.

2024 Kids Swim Bike Run

Orono 2024 Event Recap

• On Thursday, August 8, 48 kids participated in the 3rd annual event in Orono

• Hosted by Performance Ready and Orono Community Ed
• A cool and windy evening, but the sun was out, bringing smiles all around
• The bike discipline was voted the favorite by participants​

Orono Sponsors 2024
Our Kids Swim Bike Run event is all about fun, fitness, and community!  A huge thank you to our amazing sponsors for making this event possible.  Their support helps us provide scholarships and ensure every child has a great experience.  To learn more about each sponsor, click on the logos below.

St. Louis Park 2024 Event Recap

• On Thursday, June 27, 23 kids participated in the inaugural event in St. Louis Park
• Hosted by Performance Ready and the City of St. Louis Park
• THANK YOU sponsors!  See below for community sponsors.
• Despite the rain, all kids felt accomplished and enjoyed post-race treats

St. Louis Park Sponsors 2024
Our Kids Swim Bike Run event is all about fun, fitness, and community!  A huge thank you to our amazing sponsors for making this event possible.  Their support helps us provide scholarships and ensure every child has a great experience.  To learn more about each sponsor, click on the logos below.

2023 Kids Swim Bike Run

Performance Ready partnered with Orono Community Ed for the 2023 Kids Swim Bike Run on Thursday, August 10
at the Orono Pool and Schumann/Education Link parking lot​

In 2023:

• 50 kids participated, ranging in age from 5 to 13
• 3 categories offered with varying durations for each discipline
• 25+ volunteers
• Orono Girls' Swimming and Diving team volunteered with the captains leading each of the 3 categories
• Swam counterclockwise around the perimeter of the pool
• Biked and ran around the parking lot​
• Each participant received a medal and post race food
• ​Countless smiles!

2022 Kids Swim Bike Run

Performance Ready partnered with Orono Community Ed for the 2022 Kids Swim Bike Run on Thursday, August 11
at the Orono Pool and Schumann/Education Link parking lot​

• 48 kids participated, ranging in age from 4 to 13
• 3 categories offered with varying durations for each discipline
• Orono Girls' Swimming and Diving captains led each category
• Swam counterclockwise around the perimeter of the pool
• Biked and ran around the parking lot
• 25+ volunteers
• ​Countless memories!