JCPRD Kids Triathlon

Join local Kansas City USAT and Ironman coaches for a one-of-a-kind clinic that will prepare you to conquer the dam hill on August 2nd. The clinic will cover all aspects of the Shawnee Mission Triathlon & Duathlon with a short open water swim session, riding the bike course, running the run course, and opportunities to work on transitions.

All participants need to bring their own tow buoy in order to participate in the open water swim portion of the clinic.

We are looking forward to our 24th Annual Sunflowers to Roses Bike tour on Sunday, August 2nd. We are a fundraising ride that raises money in the fight against Cancer. We are supporting Cancer Action Kansas City once again this year. We hope you will not only join us to ride but set up a fundraising page as well to make your impact even bigger.

We will start and finish at Erik's Bike Shop at 11500 W. 135th St, Overland Park, KS 66221. We are looking forward to a great ride with a variety of lengths including two gravel optoins through South Johnson County. We will return to Erik's for our well know Post Ride Party that kicks off at 10am. We will once again have Food Trucks and each rider will receive a meal ticket. Additional purchases can be made from the Food Trucks at the event.

Packet Pickup with be at Erik's on Saturday 8/1 from 11 am - 2 pm or on Sunday morning before the ride from 6:30 am - 7:15 am

We will stage in front of Erik's and leave after the National Anthem promptly at 7:30am.

The event is held rain or shine with no refunds.

There are seven days in a week and “someday” isn’t one of them. Make the commitment to become a triathlete or duathlete today! The Shawnee Mission Triathlon & Duathlon takes athletes throughout the most visited park in the state that serves as a 1,250-acre urban refuge. Additionally, the course joins the Mill Creek Streamway Trail offering asphalt pathways snaking along the stream and through hillside forests. With five different events including relays, there is something for every athlete ranging in experience from first timer to the seasoned veteran. The Shawnee Mission Triathlon & Duathlon is featured as the USA Triathlon Kansas State Championship event with the top 35% of finishers in the Short Course and Olympic Triathlons qualifying for USA Triathlon Nationals.

COURSE OPTIONS

Triathlon - Olympic

1500 meter swim, 27 mile bike (6 laps), and a 6.1 mile run

Triathlon - Long

1000 meter swim, 18 mile bike (4 laps), and 4.68 mile run

Triathlon - Short

500 meter swim, 9 mile bike (2 laps), and 3.1 mile run

Triathlon - Super Sprint (athletes 11 and older)

200 meter swim, 4.5 mile bike (1 lap), and 2.25 mile run

Duathlon

3.1 mile run, 13.5 mile bike (3 laps), 3.1 mile run

The duathlon race begins on the main park road near the check-in tent. The run segments will take place on the main park road and the Mill Creek Streamway Trail. The first run course will be in a loop going in a counterclockwise direction, and the second run course will be the same loop but in a clockwise direction. The bike segment will consist of three laps around the park on the main park road.

USAT-Sanctioned Para Friendly Race

The Shawnee Mission Triathlon & Duathlon has again been designated by the USA Triathlon Paratriathlon Committee as “Paratriathlon Friendly”. Athletes wishing to race in this division will register under "Individual Adaptive Open Division".

Interested in learning more about this Paratriathlon friendly race or want to sign up? Contact Katy Renner at [email protected] or 913-826-2964 for more information.

Athena and Clydesdale Categories

The triathlon races in this event hosts Athena divisions for women and Clydesdale divisions for men. The minimum weight for men is 220 pounds and for women is 165 pounds. The age categories for these divisions for men and women will be 39 years of age and under, and 40 years of age and over. Participants are not eligible to compete in these divisions and in an age group division at the same event.

Enjoy a beautiful morning in Kill Creek Park! 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place medals will be awarded in each of the following age groups for men and women. Age groups: 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, etc.

Packet Pick-Up

Friday, September 24th, 12:00PM - 5:00PM: Mill Creek Activity Center, 6518 Vista Dr., Shawnee, KS 66218

Sunday, September 26th, 6:00AM - 7:30AM: Kill Creek Park 11670 Homestead Lane Olathe, KS 66061

*Photo ID required to pick up packet.

Race Details

• Packets will include participant bib and safety pins. Bibs must be pinned on the front of the shirt or shorts during the race. Participant's bib number must be visible when crossing the finish line.

• Entrants will be placed in the appropriate 10-year age group according to their age as of December 31st of the current year and scored in the following age groups: Under 18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+.

• The distance is equivalent to 3.1 miles and held on the trails inside Kill Creek Park.

• Runners will line-up in waves based on their estimated finish time. Waves will go off approximately every minute until all runners are on the course. Signs will be placed throughout the starting line and announcements will be made concerning how to line-up.

• No outside competitors for “pacing” purposes are allowed on the course. All participants on the course must be wearing the race bib provided at check-in. Participants may walk if necessary. Walkers should start at the back of the “pack”.

• The Race Committee reserves the right to delay the start of a race or change the course if conditions warrant such a change.

• 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place medals will be awarded in each age group for men and women.

Course map

Join us for our THIRD annual ASL for All 5K!

Help us celebrate and grow Olathe as a Shared Signing Community—a place where Deaf and non-Deaf people connect through sign language. Whether you sign or not, everyone is welcome! Our 3rd annual ASL for ALL 5K fundraiser will take place along the scenic Indian Creek Trail, starting and ending at Frontier Park. Water and light refreshments will be provided to all registered participants.

After the 5K, join us for two exciting Fun Runs:

• Tots-Fun-Run: 50-yard dash for ages 6 and under

• Kids-Fun-Run: 100-yard dash for ages 7–10

Stay afterwards and enjoy our ASL Festival at the park, featuring community booths and live ASL performances following the conclusion of 5K race. It’s a celebration for all—runners, families, signers, and supporters alike!

Race Schedule:

7:30 AM – Registration Opens

8:30 AM – 5K Race Begins

9:30 AM – Tots’ and Kids’ Fun Runs

9:45 AM – Live ASL Performance

Registration Fees:

• $30 per person ($35 after Sept 5th)

• $25 per person for families/ groups of 4 to 10 ($30 after Sept 5th)

• $10 per person Tots’ and Kids’ Fun Run ($15 after Sept 5th)

• 50% off discount for middle-school/ high-school/ college students (contact us for coupon code)

🎽 Packet Pick-Up: Participant packets—including race bibs—will be available on Friday, September 26, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at:

Museum of Deaf History, Arts & Culture, 455 E. Park Street, Olathe, KS

👕 Late Registration Reminder: Participants who register after September 12 are not guaranteed a race t-shirt or their preferred size—register early to claim your shirt!

All proceeds from the ASL for ALL 5K will be shared between the Kansas School for the Deaf Endowment Association (KSDEA) and Museum of Deaf History, Arts & Culture (MDHAC). Together, we’re building a stronger future by fostering shared signing communities where Deaf and non-Deaf people thrive together.

For any questions, please e-mail: [email protected]

See below for information on American Sign Language, Shared Signing Communities and Signed Language Benefits

American Sign Language (ASL):

ASL is a natural language that serves as the most predominant sign language of Deaf communities in the United States of America and most of Anglophone Canada. ASL is NOT signing in or shorthand for English. It is a complete and organized visual language that is expressed by employing both manual and non-manual features. It is a natural language that has the same linguistic properties as spoken language, with its own grammar, syntax and vocabulary.

ASL originated more than 200 years ago from the intermixing of local Native American sign language, French Sign Language, and Martha’s Vineyard Sign language (developed signs from a once-thriving shared signing community on the island of Martha’s Vineyard). While ASL is the most predominant, there is growing recognition of the use of Black American Sign Language, Plains Indian Sign Language, and Mexican Sign Language in the United States.

Currently, other than English, ASL is the third-most taught language at high schools, colleges, and universities after Spanish and French. For more information about where you can take ASL classes, please check with your local high school, Johnson County Community College (JCCC), and the University of Kansas (KU)- Edwards Campus.

Shared Signing Communities:

Imagine living in a place where everyone—Deaf and non-Deaf alike—uses sign language as a natural part of daily life. That’s what defines a shared signing community: a space where communication flows freely through sign language at home, in schools, at work, and during community gatherings. Deaf people are not on the margins—they’re central, included, and valued.

This is a powerful contrast to most mainstream environments, where Deaf individuals are often surrounded by non-signers. Shared signing communities have existed around the world for thousands of years, creating inclusive environments that celebrate language and connection. One of the most well-known examples in the United States is Martha’s Vineyard, where from the early 1700s through the 1950s, both Deaf and hearing residents commonly used sign language. It became known as a place where “everyone spoke sign.”

Today, Olathe is reawakening this tradition. With the presence of the Museum of Deaf History, Arts & Culture and the Kansas School for the Deaf, Olathe is growing into a vibrant shared signing community—one that embraces visual language, cultural exchange, and mutual respect. Through public events, education, and outreach, we’re helping foster a city where sign language is not just welcomed—it’s shared.

To explore the roots of shared signing communities, start by watching this brief film about 👉 Martha’s Vineyard and Sign Language

How Signed Language Benefits Everyone:

Signed language is a powerful tool that opens up communication for all—without barriers, without frustration. Whether you're Deaf or hearing, signing makes conversations more fluid, expressive, and inclusive. You can dive deeper into what you really want to say—no need to leave anything out.

It’s also a brain booster! Signing sharpens memory, improves focus, enhances spatial awareness, and strengthens mental flexibility. It even helps you respond more quickly to visual cues, making you more tuned in to the world around you.

But perhaps the most beautiful benefit? Signing brings people closer. It deepens emotional connections and builds stronger bonds, helping you read and respond to others with empathy and clarity.

And it starts early—babies as young as six months, Deaf or not, can begin signing. This early exposure builds a solid foundation for language, learning, and connection that lasts a lifetime.