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Virginia Triathlon Series

The Virginia Triathlon Series consists of events throughout the great state of Virginia. From the Blue Ridge Mountains to the Tidewater there is a race near you. With 21 events of varying length and difficulty you can find an event that fits your style. Whether it is an early season urban venue or a late season rural event, once you race in the VTS, you'll be hooked.

We look forward to hosting you at the East Coast's best triathlon series. Whether you are just starting out or a seasoned triathlete you will love our races and the VTS experience.

News

8/28/10 - VTS Season Finale!!!
The last part of the of the race season is upon us! Events are starting to sell out and October will be here before you know it! Do not be left standing on the side lines..

8/15/10 - Luray International and Sprint Triathlon Results
Overall results are now posted for the Luray International and Luray Sprint Triathlons. The Age Group and Category results will be posted by 5pm Monday, August 16. Thank you for your patience!

8/6/10 - Patriots Half Maps
The maps for Patriots Half are now posted in the event page. Please note that the run course is all on the trail system there near Anniversary Park.

Series Rules

USA Triathlon Santioning

  • All VTS events are USA Triathlon sanctioned
  • USAT's Most Commonly Violated Rules: If you are new to the sport or are wondering why you got a penalty at your last race, click HERE to read USAT's most commonly violated rules.
  • Need to print a USAT membership card? Click HERE.

Qualification Rules

  • Click HERE to learn about series qualification rules.

USAT Age Up Rule

  • Click HERE to learn about the USAT age up rule.

USAT Wetsuit Rules

  • Click HERE to learn about the VTS Wetsuit usage policy.

Series Weights, Categories and Divisions

Click here for a description of Race Categories and Divisions.
Click here for a description of Race Weights

Series Scoring and Current Standings

2010 Current Standings:
Age Group Men
Age Group Women
Athenas/Clydesdales

2009 VTS Standings
2008 VTS Standings
2007 VTS Standings

Event Scoring Details

  • The top five men's finish times will be used to create an average time that all men's finish times will be divided into. The top five women's finish times will be used to create an average time that all women's finish times are divided into.
  • All male participants' finish times will be divided into this average male "base" time to create raw scores. (same for females)

Click Here to see an example of how an event is scored

Series Awards

2010 Series Awards:

Series awards will go 5 deep for the Overall men and women as well as the Overall Masters men and women. Then we'll go 3 deep for the top 3 men and top 3 women in for every other age division and category. This includes clydesdales, masters clydesdales, athenas, and all age groupers. Each athlete must do at least 5 races to qualify for these awards.