About USAT
USA Triathlon is the sanctioning authority for more than 2,000 diverse events ranging from grassroots to high profile races nationwide. The organization works to create interest and participation in a variety of programs including camps, clinics, races and educational opportunities.
USA Triathlon’s 100,000-strong membership is comprised of athletes of all ages, coaches, officials, parents and fans striving to strengthen multisport.
On the elite level, USA Triathlon is responsible for the selection and training of teams to represent the United States in international competition, including the world championships, Pan Am Games and Olympic Games. It conducts national camps and clinics and provides coaching education programs.
On the developmental level, USA Triathlon fosters grassroots expansion of the sport, which is facilitated by the sanctioning of age-group events and triathlon clubs. National and regional championships are held for triathletes from junior to senior age divisions.
USA Triathlon's mission is to provide excellence in leadership, structure and education for the growth and development of the sport. USA Triathlon's vision is to set the standard of excellence as a world leader in the sport by promoting a healthy lifestyle and encouraging participation and achievement.
Contact Info
Have a question you need answered by USA Triathlon or do you need to contact someone at the National Office? View our list of departments and staff members.
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Helpful Links
Looking for the latest news and trends in multisport or for links to organizations affiliated with USA Triathlon? Check out these Helpful Links.
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History
The history of USA Triathlon dates back to 1982 when the U.S. Triathlon Association and the American Triathlon Association merged under one unified national governing body called the U.S. Triathlon Association, with 1,500 members. The years since have seen the sport grow exponentially in the United States. Now known as USA Triathlon, membership stands at more than 100,000.
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USAT Logo
The USAT logo is symbolic of a wave of water, a running track, a bike track, skiing tracks (for winter triathlon) a highway (where we all often ride) or just the moving landscape seen by the multisport enthusiast. USAT-affiliated events, clubs, coaches, and regions can request use of the USAT logos.
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Governance
USA Triathlon is governed by the Board of Directors, which has general charge of the business affairs and activities of the organization and defines the policies to be followed in carrying out the purposes of the organization as set down in the bylaws. All members of the Board must be current annual USA Triathlon members.
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Jobs
Would you like to join one of the fastest-growing multisport organizations in the world? Check out how you can join the USAT staff as a full-time employee or find out about internship opportunities.
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Rules
USA Triathlon has issued a set of rules to maintain consistency and order from race to race across the country. The rules include sections on membership, and rules of conduct for swimming, cycling, running, and transition. Also included are special sections on protests, hearings and appeals, and rules modifications for physically challenged athletes.
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Demographics
Find out some basic demographic data of USA Triathlon Annual Members. This information is based on 2007 membership numbers.
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Financials
The USA Triathlon financial statements have been posted to help our membership understand the financial activities of the organization. The financial statements posted are two-year comparison statements that include the Statement of Financial Position and Statement of Activities and Net Changes.
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