UConn Rec Indoor Triathlon
500 Yard Swim | 8 Mile Bike | 2 Mile Run
Join the Race on Sunday, October 6 at the Student Recreation Center!
About DEKA
What are the 10 DEKA Zones?
How does the race work?
What should I wear or bring?
Registration
Individual competitors and 2-person teams are eligible to compete on April 7. Get your time-slot now!
About DEKA
What are the 10 DEKA Zones?
How does the race work?
What should I wear or bring?
INDOOR TRIATHLON
October 6, 2024
The UConn Rec Indoor Triathlon is Back! The Indoor Triathlon is a swim, bike and run event — all taking place inside the Student Recreation Center. Participants will complete 500-yard swim, 8-mile bike and 2-mile run. You can compete individually or as a team of 3. The event is the perfect opportunity for beginners or advanced competitors.
First 80 sign-ups receive an Indoor Triathlon shirt!
Event Location
University of Connecticut, Storrs Campus
Student Recreation Center More Info
2060 Hillside Road
Storrs, CT 06269
Parking: South Garage
The Course
The DEKA course will consist of 10 training zones. For DEKA MILE, you will run 160m before each zone. For DEKA STRONG, there is no running. The zones are always presented in this order:
Zone 1. 30 Weighted Alternating Reverse Lunge (33#/55#)
Zone 2. 500m Row
Zone 3. 20 Box Jump Over/Step Overs (24" Box)
Zone 4. 25 Med-Ball Sit-Ups (14#/20#)
Zone 5. 500m Ski Erg
Zone 6. 100m Dumbbell Farmers Carry (40#/60#)
Zone 7. 25 Cal Air Bike
Zone 8. 20 Dead Ball Shoulder Overs (40#/60#)
Zone 9. 100m Tank Push/Pull
Zone 10. 20 Weighted Burpees (22#/44#)
Your score will be based on the time it takes to complete the full circuit.
Weights are listed as female/male.
All Finishers Receive
DEKA Finisher Medal
DEKA Finisher T-shirt
Prizes for Top Finishers
Your DEKA Mark on The Global Leaderboard
| DEKA STRONG HEATS | ||
|---|---|---|
| Heat 1 | 11:00 - 11:30am | DEKA STRONG Individuals |
| Heat 2 | 11:30 - 12:00pm | DEKA STRONG Individuals |
| Heat 3 | 12:00 - 12:30pm | DEKA STRONG Teams |
| DEKA MILE HEATS | ||
|---|---|---|
| Heat 1 | 12:30 - 1:00pm | DEKA MILE Individuals |
| Heat 2 | 1:00 - 1:30pm | DEKA MILE TEAMS |
| Heat 3 | 1:30 - 2:00pm | DEKA MILE TEAMS |
| Heat 4 | 2:00 - 2:30pm | DEKA MILE Individuals |
| Heat 5 | 2:30 - 3:00pm | DEKA MILE Individuals |
| Heat 6 | 3:00 - 3:30pm | DEKA MILE Individuals |
| EVENT SCHEDULE | |
|---|---|
| Doors Open | 10:00am |
| Event Starts | 10:30am |
Heats will run between 10:30am-3:00pm. You will be assigned to your specific heat time once registration closes on Wednesday, October 2.
$30
*Teams consist of 2 Adults (18+) Female, Co-Ed, and Male Categories
Adult Team Age Groups (adult ages combined) are 59 and Under, 60-79, 80-99, 100-119, and 120+
How To Register
Individuals & Teams of 3
- Log in on myrec.uconn.edu with your NetID and password.
- Select Indoor Triathlon and purchase the Special Event membership.
- Open and log in to the Fusion Play App and select Indoor Triathlon to sign up as an Individual or to Create or Join a Team
- If registering as an Individual, select the correct division, press the “+” button on the bottom right corner, and select “Create a Team”. Enter your Full Name as the “Team Name”.
- If registering as a Team Captain, select the correct division, press the “+” button on the bottom right corner, and select “Create a Team”. Once the team has been created, you can invite your team members.
- Team Captains: Please see FAQ section on how to invite team members
- If registering to join a team, choose the correct division, and pick your team to “Request to Join” the team. The team captain will have to approve your request to join the team.
Each participant must purchase a Special Event membership and sign the waiver to compete in this event.
REGISTRATION IS OPEN UNTIL WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 2ND.
Cost: $15/person for registration
Who is eligible to participate?
UConn SRC Members
How do I add members to my team?
Team captains can invite team members from your roster page, as long as they have purchased a Special Event membership for this event.
Can I bring food/drink?
Water is only allowed
Where do I check in on event day?
You will enter the SRC through Hillside entrance and check-in will be located in the Husky Suite. Bring your UConn ID or SRC ID card.
What do I wear to compete?
Participants will need to bring their own SWIM, BIKE, and RUN apparel and gear, including (but not limited to): Swim Goggles, Swim wear, Running shoes.
Bikes-bike pedals are dual sided for sneakers or SPD compatible cycling shoes.
What is the order of events?
- Swim 500 yards
- Bike 8 miles
- Run 2 miles
What treadmills are used at the event?
Matrix Treadmill
What bikes are used at the event?
Spinning Chrono bikes
What kind of shoes can you use on the bikes?
Sneakers or SPD compatible bike shoes