LavaKids Aquathonn & Keiki Dash - Youth 11 - 14 year olds
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External Event
Distance
1.4 mi
Pace
All paces
Terrain
Road
Difficulty
All Levels
About this run
LavaKids Aquathon is a swim/run event on the Saturday before the Lavaman Triathlon. It takes place in a protected lagoon at the Hilton Waikoloa Beach Resort. Short course for ages 7-10: 100 meter swim, 1k run. Long course for ages 11 - 14: 200 meter swim, 2k run. Keiki Dash is a 1k run for kids 6 and under. Lavakids is an 501c3 nonprofit organization. All event revenue goes to support youth development in sport in the local communities of Hawaii Island.
Typical conditions
For events around April 2027 in Waikoloa, HI, United States: Typical spring conditions in this region — mornings can still be cool; confirm start-time guidance on the official page.
How to prepare
Most runners can prepare for a 5K with a few weeks of easy runs and one short faster session per week. Focus on consistency, not volume, and rest the day before race day.
Beginner's guide to your first 5KGetting there
This event is listed in Waikoloa, HI, United States. Confirm the exact start venue, parking, and transit options on the official registration page.
Registration is handled by the official event organizer
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- Apr 3, 2027 · 1:30 PM (this one)
