Bangalore, July 02, 2026: Canadian International School (CIS), Bangalore, has officially announced that it will host the country’s first-ever IronKids Triathlon on August 09, 2026, as part of the globally celebrated IRONMAN® legacy and India’s first triathlon experience designed exclusively for young athletes, ushering in a new era for youth fitness and multisport competition in the region.

Designed to foster a love for physical fitness, resilience, and healthy competition, the triathlon is open to children between the ages of 6 and 16. It will be a non-competitive event with Triathlon, aquathlon and run only segments. For young athletes looking for a classic multi-sport experience, the triathlon combines swimming, cycling, and running into one continuous event. It’s a wonderful way to build endurance and transition skills.

To ensure that the event is inclusive yet appropriately challenging for all growth stages, the triathlon features three distinct age-appropriate categories spanning swimming, cycling, and running. This progressive structure allows children to build confidence and endurance in an inspiring environment where sport and community come together.

Shweta Sastri, Managing Director, Canadian International School, said, “We are incredibly proud to pioneer the very first IronKids Triathlon in India. At CIS, we believe in well-rounded development, and sports play a massive role in building character, grit, and determination. This event isn’t just about winning; it’s about providing a safe, world-class platform for kids of all athletic abilities across Bangalore and India to challenge themselves, stay active, and cross a historic finish line.”

Canadian International School will support all the infrastructure necessary for both pre-event activities and race-day experiences.  The event will take place entirely within and around the state-of-the-art campus of Canadian International School in Yelahanka, Bangalore. CIS is equipped with a short-course swimming pool, secure cycling routes, and dedicated running tracks, ensuring the highest standards of safety, medical supervision, and race tracking for every participant.

Make-A-Wish India works to grant the heartfelt wishes of children with critical illnesses, providing experiences that uplift their spirits and positively support their treatment and recovery. The funds raised by CIS students will enable wishes for over 150 children, whether meeting a hero, experiencing a dream, or simply receiving something they have long hoped for.

For the students who led these campaigns, the experience was as much a lesson in empathy as it was in action. “I had participated in crowdfunding last year and felt very grateful and proud to make a difference, so I decided to do it again,” said Navika, a Grade 7 student. Her campaigning partner Avani, also from Grade 7, reflected, “I felt amazing realising how many people I helped and what an impact I made. I learnt to always be kind and help those in need.”

“The crowdfunding process is indirect initially, but it does fire up the emotional sympathy of students. Once they immerse themselves and actively campaign, the process tends to create a stronger empathy mindset. This is important. We are proud of our CIS student crowdfunders for considering those less fortunate, for engaging others in the issue, and for creating the opportunity for recipient children to feel more positive, and perhaps even joy.” said Mr. Andrew Nicholson, Principal, Canadian International School. ”

The success of this initiative reflects a growing culture of student-driven social responsibility at CIS, one where compassion is not merely taught but actively practised. CIS extends its heartfelt gratitude to all the families and friends whose generosity made this campaign possible.