About this program
Train2Race Camp is designed for experienced paratriathletes looking to elevate their racing performance. With expert coaching, hands-on instruction, and race-day strategy sessions, athletes will refine their skills in a high-performance training environment. Camp culminates in the Long Beach Legacy Triathlon, part of the 2026 Paratriathlon Nationals Qualifier Series.
In addition to our Long Beach camp, we also host Train2Race Camp in Pleasant Prairie, WI, just one hour north of Chicago.
Eligibility
Train2Race Camp is open to paratriathletes who have completed a Sprint-distance triathlon in under two hours within the last two years, without an on-course guide (except for visually impaired athletes who use sighted guides). Exceptions may be made for athletes with comparable experience and capability.
Equipment expectations
As Train2Race is an intermediate-level camp culminating in a formal triathlon, athletes are expected to bring the equipment they regularly train and race with. While we understand that traveling with personal equipment can be challenging, using your own gear helps ensure the safest and most effective experience throughout camp sessions and on race day. If you have any questions or need guidance regarding equipment, please contact Dare2tri program staff in advance of the camp.
Ground transportation
Ground transportation between Long Beach Airport (LGB) and the camp hotel is available upon request. To be eligible, participants must arrive at LGB by 4:00 p.m. on Thursday (the day before camp begins) and depart no earlier than 3 p.m. on Sunday, the final day of camp. Participants arriving after 4:00 p.m. on Thursday are responsible for arranging their own transportation to the hotel.
Participants receive
- Advanced skill instruction in swimming, cycling, running/wheelchair pushing and triathlon transition
- High-level training from certified coaches and mentor athletes
- Lodging arrangements (double occupancy)
- Meals
- Dare2tri tech T-shirts and tri top
- Entry into the Long Beach Legacy Triathlon
Location
Camp activities and lodging are located in Long Beach, California.
Volunteers
A wide variety of volunteer roles are needed at all Dare2tri paratriathlon camps. Click here to see a list of ongoing opportunities.
Cost
Camp only (no lodging) – $275
Camp + 2 nights lodging (Friday, Saturday) – $500
Camp + 3 nights lodging (Thursday, Friday, Saturday) – $550
Financial assistance
Individuals with demonstrated financial need may apply for a scholarship and/or travel stipend. Applications must be submitted BEFORE officially registering for camp.
Athletes are eligible for financial assistance for one camp per calendar year. Requests for additional funding will be placed on a waitlist and reviewed sixty (60) days prior to the scheduled camp date. Applicants will be notified of their status no later than eight (8) weeks before the camp, pending availability after first-time applicants are prioritized.
Refund policy
In order to ensure that we are to offer this experience to as many athletes as possible, Dare2tri has implemented the following refund policy for all paratriathlon camps.
- $25 of the registration cost serves as an application fee and is non-refundable.
- Cancel 60 days or more out: 100% refund (minus $25 application fee)
- Cancel 30-59 days out: 50% refund (minus $25 application fee)
- Cancel 29 days or less out: no refund given
Scholarships are available; however, the $25 application fee is the minimum cost to attend. If a scholarship or travel stipend recipient cancels within 30 days of the event, they will not be able to apply for another scholarship or other financial assistance for one (1) calendar year except in extenuating circumstances.
