Sunday September 9th, 2018

Dear 2018 Athletes,
On behalf of our entire team, we welcome you to ALL KIDS TRIATHLON EVENT!

Special THANKS to the support of our:

● KEY CONTACTS
Race Organizer: TEAM KEN'S
Contact(Japanese): Jun Nishizawa Tel 042-468-3513 info@teamkens.co.jp
Contact (English): Tomoko Oda Tel 090-6005-3000 applegg@gmail.com
Event Web Site: http://www.allkidstriathlon.com/

●DATE: Sunday September 9th, 2018
●LOCATION
VENUE
Showa Kinen Park http://www.showakinen-koen.jp/html/english/＊Race day registration at Tachikawa Gate
Parking http://www.showakinen-koen.jp/html/english/info/index.htm#opening
Local Transportation http://www.showakinen-koen.jp/html/english/info/access.htm● RACE TYPE

Category
Elementary 1-3
Elementary 4-6
Junior High 1-3

Distance
Swim 0.1km・Bike 5km(1 lap)･Run 1km(1 lap)
Swim 0.15km・Bike 10km(2 laps)･Run 2km(2 laps)
Swim 0.2km・Bike 15km(3 laps)･Run 3km(3 laps)● AWARD CEREMONY
Top 3 Athletes for each grade (Boys and Girls)* All finishers receive finisher's medal.
【Remarks】＜PLEASE OBEY THE PARK RULES＞

Please refer to the event map.

●Registration and Entrance: TACHIKAWA GATE ONLY●How to bring your bike

Tachikawa Bike
Check in Gate
Nishi Tachikawa Bike
Check-in Gate

Please push your bike on the park
passage
You can ride on your bikeonly on Cycling Road

Bike
ParkingSpace

Please push
your bike on
the park
passage

Race Venue

Tachikawa Gate

※Only participating athletes can bring their bikes on the park passage other than Cycling
Road.

●From where can I bring my bike to the park?
You can only bring your bike from Tachikawa Gate to race venue (RV).
If you walk from Tachikawa gate to RV, it takes about 15 minutes.
If you like to go outside of the race venue by bike, please use Cycling Road
and park your bike in the Bike Parking Space.
●Where can I park my car?
Only Tachikawa Gate Parking is available. (Not Nishi Tachikawa Gate Parking)Tachikawa
Gate

Race Venue

Bike parking area

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Tachikawa
Gate
Parking
Area

Parking entrance(Open at 9:30am)

● SCHEDULE
Sunday, September 9th, 2018
The race adopts a "Wave Start" to avoid congestion at the start.
"Wave Start" means that each competitor starts the event with his/her assigned start time.

Before Race

TIME
8:30
9:00～10:00
9:30
9:30～10:25
10:30～10:45

1st Group
2nd Group
3rd Group
After Race

10:50～11:05
11:20～11:30
11:35
12:05
12:07
12:09
12:11
12:13
12:15
12:25～12:35
12:40
13:10
13:12
13:14
13:16
13:18
13:20
13:30～13:40
13:45
14:00
14:02
14:04
14:06
14:08
14:10
15:20ish13:30ish14:20ish15:20ish15:50ish

CONENT
LOCATION
Tachikawa Gate
Paring Gate OpenTachikawa Gate
Registration
Tachikawa Gate
Park Gates open
Transition Preparation
Transition Area
Attendance is mandatory Under the Big RoofOpening Ceremony
Attendance is mandatory Under the Big Roof
General Briefing
For beginners and 1st time competitors in the parkTransition Area
Race Briefing
Designated Pool Area
Swim Warm up
Elementary1-3 1st group athletes gather for Briefing, Swimming cap & Timing chip to be handed out
Nakanoshima
Elementary 3 Boys Start
1st Wave
Elementary 3 Girls Start
2nd Wave
Elementary2 Boys Start
3rd Wave
Elementary2 Girls Start
4th Wave
Elementary1 Boys Start
5th Wave
Elementary1 Girls Start
6th Wave
Designated Pool Area
Swim Warm up
Elementary4-6 2nd group athletes gather for Briefing, Swimming cap &Timing chip to be handed out
Nakanoshima
Elementary6 Boys Start
7th Wave
Elementary6 Girls Start
8th Wave
Elementary5 Boys Start
9th Wave
Elementary5 Girls Start
10th Wave
Elementary4 Boys Start
11th Wave
Elementary4 Girls Start
12th Wave
Designated Pool Area
Swim Warm up
JuniorHigh1-3 3rd group athletes gather for Briefing,Swimming cap &Timing chip to be handed out
Nakanoshima
13th Wave
JuniorHigh3 Boys Start
14th Wave
JuniorHigh3 Girls Start
15th Wave
JuniorHigh2 Boys Start
16th Wave
JuniorHigh2 Girls Start
17th Wave
JuniorHigh1 Boys Start
18th Wave
JuniorHigh1 Girls Start
Cut off time/ End of all competitions
Under the Big Roof
Elementary1-3 Award Ceremony
Under the Big Roof
Elementary4-6 Award Ceremony
Under the Big Roof
JuniorHigh1-3 Award Ceremony
End of all programs

As Japanese school and various International schools have different starting date of school
grade, we ask you to register your school grade according to the Japanese school grade
definition as below.
● RACE TYPE

Category
Elementary 1-3
Elementary 4-6
Junior High 1-3

Distance
Swim 0.1km・Bike 5km(1 lap)･Run 1km(1 lap)
Swim 0.15km・Bike 10km(2 laps)･Run 2km(2 laps)
Swim 0.2km・Bike 15km(3 laps)･Run 3km(3 laps)2【Course Map】

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【Pool/ Transition area/ Warm-up area】
1、Warm-up area will be provided as below
Permitted are
Swim
Designated area in the pool
Bike and Run warm-up area
Bike※
*Please refer the map below
Run

Prohibited area
Anywhere else
Parking (without bicycle trainer)
Cycling road

Parking area (only with bicycle trainer) Anywhere other than shown in the map below※Bike warm-up is possible only with cycle trainer.

ウォーミングアップエリア

1. Things to bring◎Mandatory○Suggested●Registration●Bike & Run◎Athlete Guide◎Bike and bike bottle◎Race Number, Number Stickers （For Bike and Helmet） ◎Helmet○Health Insurance Card
◎Clothes (bare torso is prohibited)◎shoes●Swim●Other◎Swim wear (trisuit is ok, wetsuit is not allowed)○Cap
Designated swim cap will be provided○Towel○Swim goggles○Sun screen＜Attention please!＞＊All athlete must bring their own bike. The race organizer does not provide rental bikes.
＊You can not race with a park rental bike.
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2. Registration＜Attention please!＞★立川駅から受付まで,
If you walk from Tachikawa
受付から大会会場（スタート地点）まで,
Station to Tachikawa Gate (Registration
それぞれ徒歩15分ほど
area) it takes about 15 mins.
かかります。時間に余裕を持ってお越しください。
From Registration area to race venue also takes about 15 mins to walk.
1）Registration is at Tachikawa gate.
2）Please bring the athlete guide.
3）We will provide:●・Race numbers※We do not provide safety pins.
・Number stickers for bike and helmet＊We suggest you use a race number belt which will be available to buy at the booth.
＊If you don't wish to buy one, we can provide a simple belt band for free at registration .
●At Registration
・Event Brochure
・A gift from our sponsors
・Park admission ticket (athlete only)●Just before race start・Swim Cap・Timing Chip
3. Parking
1）Only Tachikawa gate parking is available. (Not Nishi Tachikawa gate parking)2）Dismount your bike in the parking area. (Roller stand is allowed)
3）Tachikawa gate parking opens around 9:30 a.m.
4. Race number1)Race number and Swim cap color
Grade# GenderStart
1001～ Boys 5th wave
Elementary1
1501～ Girls 6th wave
2001～ Boys 3rd wave
Elementary2
2501～ Girls 4th wave
3001～ Boys 1st wave
Elementary3
3501～ Girls 2nd wave
4001～ Boys 11th wave
Elementary44501～ Girls 12th wave
5001～ Boys 9th wave
Elementary5
5501～ Girls 10th wave
6001～ Boys 7th wave
Elementary6
6501～ Girls 8th wave

Cap color

Red
White
Blue
Yellow
Red
White
Blue
Yellow
Red
White
Blue
Yellow＊Swim cap will be given right before swim start
Cap color
Grade# GenderStart
7001～ Boys 17th wave
Red
Junior High17501～ Girls 18th wave
White
8001～ Boys 15th wave
Blue
Junior High28501～ Girls 16th wave
Yellow9001～ Boys 13th wave
Red
Junior High39501～ Girls 14th wave
White
*Your race number is printed on the front sideof the envelope.

52）Body Numbering
After registration, put your number on both arms and legs ( 4 parts)※Boys with black pen and Girls with red pen※You can write your number by yourself※Race number is printed on the envelop3）Where to place race numbers◆Please refer to the photos.
Bike: Back side
Run: Front side

＊Bring your race number belt.
Or you can buy it in the sales booth.
Because of safety reasons,
we do not provide safety pins.

Write emergency contact on the back of race number.

It is helpful in case of an emergency.
＊You can use an elastic band as your race number
belt. (Make sure your number is visible)◆Number sticker for Helmet（Front side）＊You can stitch race number on the front & back of ◆バイクステッカー貼付位置
Number sticker for bikeyour top wear. (If you wear 2 numbers, you don't need
（Left side）
to change its position from bike to run)
5. If you are late.
1）You may race but the result may not be official. Please consult with Race Officials.
6. Award ceremony and results
1) Award ceremony will be held after the race "Under the big roof".
2) Results will be posted on board "Under the big room" when available.
3) The official results will be posted on the event homepage in the following days.
7. DNF
1) Securing safety for athletes is the first priority at the event.
If you don't feel well, please stop racing. We'd like you to race safely and pleasantly.
2) If you decide to discontinue the race (DNF), report to the nearby officials or staff.
Provide your race number and hand in your timing tip to Race Organizer office.
*Please don't hand in your timing chip to the time measuring tent near finish area
as computer detects your chip as "finished".
8. Taking pictures
Recently secret filming at sports events has been reported,
If you would like to take picture or video,
1, Please sign up at Registration and put "Ribbon" as a proof.
（We mail you 2 ribbons per athlete. If you need more, please let us know.）2, If someone is taking picture or video without a ribbon, we may ask you to show the contents.
3, Professional photo service is also available.
4, If you see any suspicious person, please report to Race Organizer.
If you see any secret filming, please talk to a nearby guard or call us (090-1764-5366)

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9. Mechanic service1)Mechanic service is available with fees.
There is no bike check before the race, Bring "ready to race" bicycle.
Mechanic service cannot fix any improperly maintained bicycle.
10. Cancellation, Modification and interruption of the competition
1）Due to the weather condition, if we find it dangerous to conduct the race,
we will announce any changes or cancellation of the event at Registration tent around 9am.
※We may change the competition from triathlon to duathlon by canceling swim leg.
2）If lightening occurs, we may interrupt the competition until safety is secured.
中止の判断を決定します。
Whether we resume or cancel the competition will be determined by the weather condition.
3）If the competition is interrupted and cannot resume, the award is determined by HQ and officials.
4）The competition fee is non refundable if the competition is cancelled.
11. In case of emergency1）In case of emergency, if an ambulance is called, we will interrupt the competition to
escort the ambulance. The time spent during this halt is counted toward your race time.
Please understand. Safety is the first priority.
2） If you find any athlete in trouble, please talk to the nearby officials and staff.
12. Other remarks
1）Please make sure to hydrate yourself at least one day before the race.
2）Please be prepared for rain or even cold temperature.
3）Wearing head gear is suggested.
4）If you find any athletes in trouble, please contact nearby staff or guards.
5）Make sure your health condition is good before you race.
6）If we make any changes, we will post it on the board near Headquarter.
7）Please bring your trash home with you.
8）You cannot send your belongings to the park.
9）Coin Lockers are available for your personal belongings （In the Pool Locker Room：\100）

10）Please make sure to keep your valuables safe.
11）We have race insurance for athletes.
12）Timing chips must be returned at the finish or to Headquarter. If you lose it, you will be charged for it.

13）Please bring one bike per athlete.
14）TV or newspaper crews may be on site.
15）Spectators need to pay a park admission fee.
15）Athlete can only swim in the designated pool.
16）Please do not enter the off limit area.
17）Only participating athlete can go into the pool.

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【Competition Rules】
Managing your health condition is important before the race.

◆If you don't feel well, do not push yourself to race.
◆If you become sick during the race, ask someone nearby for help.
◆Hydrate enough at least one day before the race.
1. Basics
1）The race complies with JTU Competition Rules and local rules partially.
2）"SAFETY" for everyone related to the race is the number one priority.
3）The race goal is for the kids to enjoy triathlon.
In order to secure safety and to enjoy triathlon, officials or staff may assist athletes.
4）Junior Triathlon is a healthy sport to enjoy swim, bike and run. It is not only to compete with others.
5）The Race Organizer has the rights on the basis of (2) and (3)A)We may change the race contents if we cannot secure safety due to bad weather conditionsB)We may disqualify athletes who violate the rules and ignore the instructionsC)We may discontinue an athlete due to accident or lack of technical ability or fatigue.
6）Triathlon is an individual sport. Any support from parents or others is not allowed.
（In order to secure safety, our staff may assist athletes. Running along side athletes or giving drinks orfood is not allowed. Any kind of personal support is prohibited.
7）Please follow the instructions of race officials and staff.
8）Please remember the fair play spirit at all the times.
9）You may rest during the race but make sure you are not in anyone's way.
2. Call-up time, time limit, DNF
1）Don't be late for the gathering time at the start area.
3. Race number
1）Before you start, make sure you set out your clothes, shoes and race numbers in transition area.
2）Racing without clothes and putting race number improperly is prohibited.
We may stop you to fix it.
3）You must show your race number to enter transition area and also to pick up your bike andpersonal belongings after the race.
4. Transition（Transition is a place where you change from swim to bike, bike to run)
＜1＞Preparation and pick-up1）Rack your bike on your race number as shown in photo ①
2)Put your bike on the rack and your number should be visible as shown in photo ②(Same when you rack your bike before run） ・・・（Photo②）①③②

In the direction of3）You can use a marker such as a balloon only if it does not disturb other athletes.
We may remove it without warning if it is an obstacle to others.
A）If necessary, using string to rack your bike is allowed as shown in photo③ and ④.
Ｂ）You cannot bring a box or a bike stand into the transition area.
If officials find any unnecessary articles, they will be removed without warning.
4）The transition area can be very crowded. Make sure you put your belongings neatly.
5）Only athletes can enter the transition area.
However, parents/guardians may enter the transition area during the preparation period.

8④6）After the last athlete finishes in each group, an announcement to open the transition area will be made.

Please take your bike and belongings from the transition area before 15:20.
Any bikes left after 15:20, they will be stored at the other location.
※Due to the ongoing competition, you may have to wait to take you belongings.
7）Bring your race number to access the transition area and bike set up.
Upon picking up your belongings, we ask you to show your race number, helmet and bike number.
＜2＞Competition
1）The transition area is a part of the Field of Play (FOP). You must dismount your bike in Transition area.

2）Helmet strap must be securely fastened before you unrack your bike.
Helmet strap must be securely fastened until you rack your bike after bike finish.
3）You must pass Mount Line to mount your bike.
You must dismount your bike before Dismount Line.
4) You have to wear clothes during the race.（ Racing with a bare torso is subject to penalty.）5）Make sure you put your number card in right position before bike and run leg.
6）Leaving your personal belongings outside of the designated area is subject to penalty.

5, Swim familiarization Counting the number of athletes (Timing chip distribution）
Timing chip will be distributed near swim start.

↓
Put timing chip around your ankle.
↓
Warm-up↓Once you receive timing chip, you cannot come back to transition area↓
Start
6. Swim＜1＞Equipment
1）Designated swim cap will be given right before the swim start.
2）Only goggles and earplugs are allowed to be used. (wetsuits are not allowed)＜2＞Competition
Pool is 1.1meter deep. A raised floor is provided at the star area for Elementary 1-3.
2）Make sure of the location of the Swim Start and Finish Area before the competition.
3）Dolphin through (proceed by kicking the floor) or walking in the pool is prohibited.
4）You may cling to wall or stand to rest.
5）If you need help, stop swimming and wave your hand to get attention.
Don't panic, and wait to be helped.
6）Swim in a fair-minded way, especially when there are many athletes around you.
Don't pull someone's hand or leg or push someone down in the pool.
＜3＞Others1）You may leave your eye glasses at the swim finish.（Bring your own eye glasses before swim start.）
2）Swim familiarization is available at designated time and area.
7. Bike＜1＞Equipment1）It is mandatory to wear and securely fasten your helmet strap while riding the bike on the courseand pushing the bike in the transition area.
◆Kinds of helmet
Helmet must be approved by an accredited testing authority.
The athlete with a non approved helmet is subject to DNS.
＜Examples of prohibited helmet＞
・Helmet for construction, Non-bicycle helmet
・Helmet strap made of rubber
Safety is the most important. Use an approved helmet by authority.

92)Securely fasten the strap to avoid unnecessary injury.
If the strap is too loose, we will ask you to stop and securely fasten it.
3）Use a bike which you are familiar with.
4）Take all unnecessary equipment off from the bike to avoid injury if you fall from bike.
It is suggested to take off the bike stand.
5）No battery assisted bicycle is arrowed.
6）Aero bars and assist bars are prohibited. (Please take them off before the race）
7)Put end caps on handle bars to avoid injury if you fall from bike.
8）Bring your own bike repair kits if you use a road bike.
Make sure you can fix your puncture by yourself.
9）Bring enough drink in the bottle to hydrate yourself during the race.
（There is no aid station on bike course）
10）Using a pet bottle and pet bottle cage is prohibited. Make sure to use a bike bottle.

（Pet bottles can easily come off from the bike and become obstacles on the bike course.
Trying to open a bottle cap on the bike is also dangerous)
11)Wear trisuits, T-shirts or running shirts during the race.
＜2＞Competition
1）Bike course is a 5km loop.
2）You will be DNF if you lack the required laps. We recommend you use a cycle computer
Officials and staff can not tell you your laps. Count them by yourself.
A）We will judge the number of your laps by checking①the number of your race number counted at check points②other athletes' time in your wave
③the distance on your cycle computerIf we find you finish without completing the required laps, you will be DNF.
B)If you realize you did not complete your laps before you dismount your bike, report to officials.
Officials will guide you back to the bike loop course, push your bike to the point.
3) Cycling in the wrong direction on the bike course is prohibited.
4）Obey the traffic rules. Make sure to follow the instructions posted and officials and staff.
5）Keep to the left on the bike course. When you pass another athlete, pass from the right side
and clearly and loudly say "On your right" in English or "右=Migi"in Japanese.
6）You may pass an athlete when it is safe. If someone tries to pass you, do not obstruct.
7）Slow down at the acute curves and passing is prohibited.
8）If your bike has technical problems, talk to the nearby officials or staff.
If you cannot ride the bike, you may push your bike by walking on the left side of the course.
9)There is no Spare wheel stop.
10)When you finish the bike leg, bring your bike to the rack with your race number in transition area.
11）Drafting, cycling in a group, and cycling next to someone is prohibited.
Especially junior high school athletes should be aware of it!
※What is drafting?・・・ （Refer the diagram below）
・Drafting means you cycle within the draft zone of someone in front of you.
In draft zone, you can avoid the air resistance and cycle easier.
・You may enter draft zone only when:・you can pass the front athlete within 20 seconds
・ｗhen you are slowing down near mount/dismount line or near the turn around point

10ｍ（Draft zone）
A

B

・If B tries to pass A, pass as the arrows show within 20 sec.
When you finish passing, come back to the left side of the course.
・A must keep left and can not accelerate while being passed.

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★Attention
・Make sure you know the location of mount and dismount line.
・It is 100m to 200m from transition area to mount/dismount line.
・Mount and dismount line area is narrow. Make sure to slow down near these areas.
(especially near dismount line)
8. Run＜1＞Equipment and course
1）The run course is a 500meter out and back loop in the park.
2）Wear trisuits, T-shirt, or running shirts during the race. (Bare torso is prohibited)＜2＞Competition
1）You will be DNF if you lack the required laps.
2）Run on left side. Pass on right side. You may say " on your right" in English or"右=Migi" in Japanese to pass someone smoothly.
3）Parents, friends or supporters cannot run along beside you.
4）How to check the number of laps
We will give you a rubber band at the far side turn around.
・If you want to make sure the number of laps, take the rubber band and count them before you finish.

・It is not mandatory to take the rubber bands.
Elementary 1-3 1lap （finish with 1 rubber band)
Elementary 4-6 2lap （finish with 2 rubber bands)
Junior High1-3 3lap （finish with 3 rubber bands)
9. Penalty
1）If we predict any penalty or cause danger, we will give you a waring.
10. Protest
1）Any protest regarding the competition will be accepted at Headquarterwithin 30 minutes after the race ends.
11. Aid Station◆We will provide cold water at the aid stations. Drink it to hydrate yourself.
If you don't feel well, don't push yourself. Have some rest.
1）Aid stations are located at Swim Finish, on run course, and near Finish Area. (Not on bike course)
2） Put your used cups in the trash boxes on the course.
Littering on the course is subject to penalty.
3）Staff don't run with you to give cups. Slow down when you take cups.
4）Only taking drinks at aid station is allowed.
12. Finish
1）You will be DSQ(Disqualified) if your parents, friends or supporters run along beside you to finish.

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【Transportation】

Estimated time required
Local street
Shinjuku

Parking fee
LargeRegular car
Motor bike

80minsHighway (Chuuodou&Shutokou) 40mins

40mins
JR Chuo Line local
JR Chuo Line Express
30minsHachioji Local street
30minsSagamioono JR Chuo Line (from Hachioji) 15mins
Kawasaki JR Nambu line
60minsYokohama JR Yokohama line Express
70minsTokorozawa Seibu line (transfer at Kokubunji)
25minsUrawa JR Musachino&Chuo line
50mins※Exclude time needed for transfer

1750yen
820yen260yen（Parking）
・Tachikawa gate parking is only available（Not Nishitachikawa gate parking ）・Parking opens at 9:30a.m.
（Street parking is prohibited.)
・Tachikawa gate parking and therace site is about 15 mins away by
foot.

Time required from Gates and stations by footJR Chuo line Tachikawa St. 10mins
Akebono gate

8mins
Park Admission
Tachikaw JR Chuo line Tachikawa St. 15mins
Adult450yena gate Tamatoshi Monorail Tachikawakita St. 13mins
Children (7-15)
freeNishitachikawa JR Ome line Nishitachikawa St.
2mins
65 years of age or older 210yen
Akishima gate
10mins
JR Ome line Higashinakagami St.青梅線・東中神駅
25mins St.
Tamagawac Seibu Haejima line Musashisunagawa
For more information, please refer the
housui gate （via Zanboriryokudo）
park homepage
Sunagaw Seibu line Haejima line Musashisunagawa
20minsSt.
http://www.showakinenpark.go.jp
Tamatoshi Monorail Tachikawakita St.

English guide: http://www.showakinen-koen.jp/html/english/info/access.htm
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