Following its cancellation in 2024, the inaugural Zuma Beach Triathlon has been confirmed to take place on September 13-14, 2025.
Organized by race director Michael Epstein via the Malibu based non-profit organization, The Zuma Foundation, this year’s event will feature the first-ever ‘Triathlon for Kids in Malibu’ on September 13th as well as the Zuma Distance and Olympic Distance Triathlons on September 14th. Registration for this year’s event is now open.
‘The Zuma Foundation is a formed to create athletic, health and wellness initiatives and events, including triathlons for all ages. Its local funding mission is to directly benefit Malibu’s youth-serving nonprofits focused on character development, healthy lifestyles, and mental health and wellness.’
The annual triathlon will support the Boys & Girls Club of Malibu’s Emergency Relief Fund for those affected by the recent Los Angeles wildfires. It will encourage participants to donate to support local families impacted by wildfires while matching up to the first US$10,000 of athlete donations.
“Our hearts are heavy as we witness the devastating impact of the wildfires affecting our beloved community,” said Kasey Earnest, Chief Executive Officer at BGCM. “Boys & Girls Club of Malibu is committed to providing critical support to families affected by the devastating Palisades Fire through loss of home, displacement, or loss of work.”
Additionally, The Zuma Foundation is partnering with Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF), the organization dedicated to empowering individuals with physical disabilities. CAF will be the exclusive and premier beneficiary of the Zuma Beach Triathlon’s Corporate Challenge.
Via the former Malibu Triathlon, The Zuma Foundation’s Executive Director Michael Epstein created a Corporate Challenge concept in Malibu over 30 years ago and has raised millions of dollars for good causes.
“We are thrilled to join forces with renowned race director Michael Epstein and the Zuma Beach Triathlon,” said Bob Babbitt, co-founder of The Challenged Athletes Foundation and inductee into the IRONMAN Triathlon Hall of Fame. "CAF was founded 32 years ago with triathlon at its core, and this partnership is a natural extension of our mission to empower athletes of all abilities. This partnership represents a perfect synergy, and I couldn’t be more excited for what is ahead.”
Michael Epstein, Executive Director of The Zuma Foundation, said “We are incredibly excited and honoured to welcome athletes, spectators, celebrities, and corporate teams to the shores of Zuma Beach in our beloved city of Malibu this September while also giving back after an extremely challenging time for many locals.
“With its crystal-clear waters and one of the safest bike courses in triathlon, completely closed to vehicle traffic, this event promises to be unforgettable.”
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