How can I register for the race?
Register online at www.genmillskidsfamilytri.org.  Registration can also be completed by going directly to  www.active.com.  Paper registration can be completed through Northwest Arkansas Aquatics by contacting our office at (479) 254-9190.

Can I register on race day?
No, all registrations must be completed prior to race day.  Prior to June 6, registration is $25, plus $5 child’s USAT registration if child is not already USAT registered.  Late registration, after June 6, is $35, plus $5 USAT registration if child is not already USAT registered.  All registrations must be completed by midnight, Thursday, June 11.  Late registrations cannot be guaranteed a t-shirt for race day.

What is the parent fee for entering the race?
Parent registration is $25, plus a $10 one day USAT registration, if not already USAT registered.  Late parent registration (June 6-June 11) is $35, plus a $10 one day USAT registration, if not already USAT registered.

What will I need for packet pick-up on Friday, June 12^th?
At packet pick-up, parents will be required to show some identification.  If you are not filling out a USAT registration form, you will be required to show a current USAT registration card for each participant.  NO CARD, NO RACE.

What are the distances that my child will be racing?
Age:                Swim               Bike              Run
5-6               25 yards         .5 mile             .25 mile
7-8, 9-10     100 yards        3.1 mile           0.6 mile
11-15          200 yards        6.2 mile           1.2 mile
Parent category: same as 11-15 year olds

Can I participate with all my 3 children in the family division?
We will follow a one parent, one child rule.  A parent may race with a child in the pre-senior (7-10), or senior (11-15) category.  If you have 2 children participating, both parents may participate, one with each child.  A parent may participate with a 5-6 year-old, however, this will not be scored.

Will parents receive a shirt?
Both child and parent participants will be guaranteed a t-shirt for early registration. (Prior to June 6^th)

Do I have to register with USAT?
Yes, USAT registration is required for all sanctioned events.  This covers insurance for you and the event sponsors.

What if I have already registered with USAT but can’t find my card?
All participants must have USAT registration for race day.  You can print out a temporary card by going to the USAT website. Please remember: no card, no ID, no race!  This is a requirement for all USAT sanctioned events.

If I pay for my child’s USAT registration at your event, can my child participate in other triathlons?
If you pay the $5 USAT child registration, your child’s registration is valid for all USAT sanctioned events for one full year.  Remember to present your USAT card or a temporary card.

What about parent USAT registration for other events?
If a parent is participating and has paid the $10 one-day registration, that parent will have to register again to participate in other USAT events.  Many triathletes invest in an annual USAT registration. The cost is $39.  This registration be valid for all sanctioned events for one full year.

Can my family participate as a team? One child swimming, one biking and a parent running?
No, each participant must swim, bike and run the required distances.

Can parents participate in the practice clinic?
Yes!  Registration is $5 for each participant (child or parent). Register for the clinic at www.genmillskidsfamilytri.org, by clicking on the Triathlon 101 Clinic tab.

When is the practice clinic?
The practice clinic is scheduled for Saturday, May 30^th, , 9:00am.  Participants can preview the course and get tips from experienced triathletes.

Do I have to wear a bike helmet?
Per USAT, all participants are required to wear a CPSC (Consumer Product Safety Commission) approved helmet on the bike course.

Will bike maintenance be available?
Phat Tire Bike Shop, a local Bentonville business and our bike course sponsor will be available on race day and at packet pick up for minor checks.

How early do I need to arrive on race day?
The transition area will open at 6:00am.  We recommend that you arrive prior to that time to park and get ready.

Will there be food after the race?
Hormel is our post race sponsor and will be providing Hormel^® Natural Choice^® lunchmeat sandwiches for all participants.  Nestle Waters is our transition sponsor and will be providing water for the event.