What is the Saskatchewan Development Series?
SDS provides opportunities for members of Triathlon Saskatchewan to develop, participate, and earn points in local events culminating in series awards for participants and Clubs.
Purpose of the Saskatchewan Development Series
The goal of is to increase member engagement and development in the sport of triathlon in Saskatchewan.
1. To increase the number and quality of triathlon and multisport events in Saskatchewan.
2. To promote an active healthy lifestyle and culture that encourages long-term engagement in the sport.
3. To prepare athletes and Clubs for higher levels of training and competition
4. To create an inclusive environment where both new and experienced athletes thrive.
Who is Eligible?
– Annual Members of Triathlon Saskatchewan
– 2025 Campbell and Haliburton Athlete Excellence Program Members
Clubs:
Triathlon Saskatchewan Sanctioned Clubs in Saskatchewan
Athletes:
– Youth aged 12-15 (age on Dec 31st, 2025)
– Age Group aged 18 + (age on December 31, 2025)
– Open to all levels and abilities from beginners to seasoned triathletes
Types of Events
AGE GROUP EVENTS DISTANCE
– Sprint, 750 Swim, 20 km Bike, 5 km Run
– Standard, 1500 Swim, 40 km Bike, 10 km Run
– Long Distance, 1500 M Swim, 62 km Bike, 13 km Run
YOUTH DISTANCE
– Individual Triathlon: 400 m Swim, 8 km Bike, 2 km Run
– Individual Duathlon: 2 km Run, 8 km Bike, 1 km Run
– Individual Aquathon: 400 m Swim and 2 km Run
– Team Relay Triathlon: A team will consist of two to four athletes of opposite or same gender (depending on numbers) who will race once in relay format, a 200m Swim 4 Km Bike, 1K Run.
*The distances for all SDS events will meet Provincial World Triathlon rules
Series Cost & Development Clinics
SERIES COST
– Free for annual members
– Free for Campbell and Haliburton Athlete Excellence Program Members
DEVELOPMENT COST
– Provincial Clinics at Series Events = $25.00
– Free for Campbell and Haliburton Athlete Excellence Program Members
Development Series Events
1. Icebreaker Triathlon (Regina)
May 24-25, 2025
Clinic and Sprint Triathlon
2. Wolseley Triathlon (Wolseley)
June 7, 2025
Sprint Triathlon
3. Living Sky Triathlon (Pike Lake)
June 28-29, 2025
Clinic and Sprint Triathlon
4. Echo Valley Multisport Festival (Fort Qu’Appelle)
July 5-6, 2025
Camp, Sprint (World Qualifier), Standard Triathlon (World Qualifier)
5. Waskesiu Kids Race [long distance qualifier] Prince Albert National Park
August 9-10, 2025
Clinic and 1500m swim, 62km bike, and 13km run
6. Rise and Tri (Regina)
August 16-17, 2025
Clinic and Sprint Triathlon
World Qualifiers Event
NOTE: The only World Qualifers event in Saskatchewan!
Echo Valley Multisport Festival (Fort Qu’Appelle)
July 5-6, 2025
Camp, Sprint (World Qualifier), Standard Triathlon (World Qualifier)
Series Awards
Participants will accumulate points based on their finishing position in each event.
POINTS SYSTEM
Bonus Points will be awarded for individuals who attend FIVE events and Clubs who send at least FIVE athletes to FIVE or more events.
- 1.5 X Points for participating in the Provincial Championships.
- Tie-Breaking Criteria: Highest number of event wins; Highest number of top 5 finishes.
Points will be calculated with the top 3 total point scores factoring into the Series awards for individuals and Clubs.
1. Top Three Youth (by gender)
2. Top Three Age Group (by category: <40, 40-59, 60+)
3. Top Club (for clubs accumulating the most points)
