Future ChampioNZ

December 4th -6th 2026
Junior Triathletes take part in three days of racing, workshops, and fun!

Future ChampioNZ Triathlon Festival 2026

We are excited to be hosting Future ChampioNZ again in 2026.
4 events over 3 days – 4th-6th December.
More information to come. Check back soon…

We’re thrilled to announce that Tri-Sport Taupō is once again hosting Future ChampioNZ in Taupō this December – and we’d love for you to be part of it.

Our Future ChampioNZ Triathlon Festival brings together New Zealand’s finest junior triathletes to take part in three days of racing, reuniting with friends, and fun. Over the years, this festival has proven to be a highlight in Triathlon NZ’s national talent pathway, and this year the festival is once again part of the TriNZ National Junior Series. The festival will be decided on points awarded during each separate event throughout the weekend. Overall festival placegetters will then be awarded points as part of the National Junior Series in line with TriNZ scoring.

Visit TriNZ website for further information on the National Series.

This isn’t just about competition — it’s about giving young people a chance to grow, connect, and take the next step in their triathlon journey. We’re creating a space where athletes, parents, coaches, and the wider community can come together to support the future of our sport.

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Entry Fees

Age eligibility according to TRINZ regulations – age as at 31st Dec 2027

Event Schedule

Registration for the festival: Friday 3pm – 4.30pm
ACACIA BAY SOUTH BOAT RAMP

Race Schedule

RACE 1 - Friday 04.12.26 - 4pm

INDIVIDUAL TIME TRIAL

ACACIA BAY SOUTH BOAT RAMP – Acacia Bay Road

YOUTH (U17) – Swim (100m) / Bike (5 km) / Run (1 km) 
JUNIORS (U20) – Swim (100m) / Bike (5 km) / Run (1 km)

30 second intervals between competitors

RACE 2 - Saturday 05.12.26 - 8.30am

OPEN WATER SWIM

TAUPO LAKE FRONT – MAIN BEACH

YOUTH (U17) – Swim 400m 
JUNIORS (U20) – Swim 800m

RACE 3 - Saturday 05.12.26 - 1pm

ELIMINATOR

WHAREWAKA RESERVE

YOUTH (U17) – multiple laps of 100m Swim / 300m Run
JUNIORS (U20) – multiple laps of 100m Swim / 400m Run

RACE 4 - Sunday 06.12.26 - 8am

TRIATHLON – The Finale

WHAREWAKA RESERVE

YOUTH (U17) – 400M Swim / 10.3km Bike / 2.5k Run
JUNIORS (U20) – 600m Swim / 14.6km Bike / 4.8km Run

With huge thanks to our sponsors

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