Perth Triathlon

The Perth Triathlon is an annual event that has been a community favourite for over 25 years. Held early in the season, it’s a great race for both beginners and experienced triathletes looking for a challenge.

Since 2022, the event has been dedicated to the memory of Jon Hetherington, one of the original organizers and a longtime participant. Jon was known for his incredible spirit—riding his single-speed bike, running in his Crocs, and still outpacing many competitors. His passion for the sport continues to inspire all who take part.

The 2026 Perth Triathlon will take place on Sunday, June 7, 2026, at the Perth & District Indoor Pool. Registration is now open.

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Registration is now open. 

Registration Fees:

  • $65 - individual
  • $85 - team

Note: You must provide your estimated 500 metre-swim time as part of your registration so that we can put people of similar abilities in each heat.

If this is your first time booking with Amilia SmartRec (the same booking tool we use for our rec facilities), you will need to create an account. Find out more and get started here.

If you have issues with your registration. please contact Alana Brankin, Manager of Aquatic Services.

If you no longer wish to participate in the Triathlon, please contact Alana Brankin, Manager of Aquatic Services by 4pm on Friday, May 29th.

The distances of the race are:

  • 500 metre swim
  • 16 km bike
  • 3.24 km run

You can register in the Individual Event for $65, you do all three portions of the race, or in the Team Event for $85 where you will team up with two (2) other people and each of you does one of the portions of the race. Registration is now open.

Minimum Ages:
Individual and Team Triathlon
  • Minimum age: 12 

Race Day Schedule

  • Bikes must be set up in the transition area by 7 a.m.
  • Athlete meeting on pool deck at 7:30 a.m.
  • First wave start at 7:45 a.m.

The transition area is in the parking lot at the Indoor Pool

The swim occurs inside the Indoor Pool. It is a 6 lane, 25-metre pool.

The bike goes from the Indoor Pool west on Sunset Blvd, 8 km down the road then turn around and cycle back. The bike course is not closed to traffic. View a map of the bike course.

The run course is also an out and back course. It goes west along the sidewalk of Sunset Blvd then turns left towards the Lanark County buildings and follows a trail out to the Tay River, then returns to the transition area at the Pool. View a map of the run course.

One of the best aspects of the Perth Triathlon is the potluck lunch following the races! The potluck will be held in the Multi-Purpose room of the Indoor Pool. Please bring items such as salads, sandwiches, casseroles, snacks, desserts, etc. We also encourage you to bring your own plates and utensils to help save the planet!  We will have some disposable options for those who forget. 

Awards will be handed out during the Potluck lunch. Participants must be present to accept their award, and the Triathlon committee will not mail out awards to those not present.

2025 Results

2024 Results

2023 Results

2022 Results

FAQs

Timing Questions

Timing is done manually by a dedicated group of volunteers.

Official results will be posted after the event. Live unofficial results will be available via scan code. Scan code will be posted at the pool.

Results will be posted on this page as well as on our Facebook page.

Final times, as well as times for each leg (Swim, Bike, Run) will be posted. Transition times will not be posted.

Swim Questions

Yes.

Yes.

Yes.

No.

Yes, 2 per lane.

Yes, one lane will be designated for warming up for the entire swim portion of the triathlon.

Yes, but just note that sometimes swim times go quicker than expected. The times are a guide. You are responsible to be ready to swim when your heat is called.

Swim times can be changed up to the Friday at 12 p.m. of the weekend of the race. Contact Alana Brankin, Manager of Aquatic Services.

The swim is 500 m (20 laps).

The pool is 25 m long.

Yes.

Individual Triathlete athletes must be 12 years old on race day. Team swimmers may be 10 years old on race day.

Bike Questions

The bike goes from the Indoor Pool west on Sunset Blvd, 8 km down the road then turn around and cycle back. The bike course is not closed to traffic. View a map of the bike course.

The route is not monitored so drafting is allowed but not encouraged.

Yes.

Yes, there is a water station available at the turnaround.

Yes, helmets are mandatory.

There are volunteers at the bike turnaround (it is a straight out and back route) and signs posted, as well as distance markings on the road.

16 kms.

12 years old for both individual and team.

Run Questions

The run course is an out and back course. It goes west along the sidewalk of Sunset Blvd then turns left towards the Lanark County buildings and follows a trail out to the Tay River, then returns to the transition area at the Pool. View a map of the run course.

The run route takes place on trails/sidewalks.

Yes, there is a water station available at the turnaround.

3.6 kms.

Individual Triathlete athletes must be 12 years old on race day. Team runners may be 10 years old on race day.

Potluck Questions

Please bring a food item to be shared, utensils, and a plate/bowl.

No, you are not required to stay for the potluck.

Potluck is intended for the athletes as space is limited.

Yes, although space is limited (so we encourage items that don't need to be refrigerated).

Yes.

Race Day Questions

Athletes can start checking in at 6:30 a.m. All athletes must have their bikes racked and be checked with race day registration in by 7:15 a.m.

No bib required. Numbers will be written on outside arms and calves.

Bikes to be racked by 7:15 a.m.

The transition area is not locked, however there are volunteers in the area while the Triathlon is underway.

Parking is available at The Stewart School (beside the Pool), across the street on Sunset Blvd. and on side streets in Perth. While there is parking at the pool, vehicles will not be permitted to leave until all cyclists have completed the route.

Other Questions

Yes.

Unfortunately, refunds are not available.

Registration will close on Friday of race weekend at 12 p.m. unless registration is met prior to the date (cap: 125 registrants).

Yes, there is sitting room available (limited) in the pool and lots of places to sit and watch runners and cyclists.

The volunteers will reach out if there is space to register.

Yes! All funds raised go to the Perth Stingrays and the Perth & District Indoor Pool.

Contact Us

Town of Perth
Town Hall
80 Gore Street East
Perth, Ontario
K7H 1H9
Telephone: (613) 267-3311
Fax: (613) 267-5635
Email