2025 USA Pentathlon Multisport National Championships
Dec 7, 2025 - Dec 13, 2025 | Charlotte, NC, United States
USA Pentathlon Multisport (USAPM) is proud to host the 2025 National Championships and Open Camp & Competition, taking place December 8 to 14, 2025, on the vibrant campus of the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. This annual event marks the pinnacle of the USAPM season, bringing together athletes of all ages and skill levels for a week of elite training, spirited competition, and community celebration.
The five-day open training camp (December 8–12) will give athletes the chance to train across all disciplines - swimming, fencing, laser shooting, running, and the UIPM official obstacle course - at world-class facilities, including the Huntersville Aquatic Center, the United States Performance Center Fencing Gym, and UNCC’s Field 13b. The National Championships will follow on December 13 to 14, showcasing the best of American pentathlon talent as athletes compete for national titles and valuable international ranking points heading into the 2026 season.
Participants and spectators will enjoy a unique Olympic-style atmosphere centered around the United States Performance Center, home to the nation’s top high-performance athletes. With events open to Youth, Junior, Senior, and Masters categories, and international athletes invited to compete, the 2025 National Championships promise an inspiring week of athletic excellence and community connection.
Join us in Charlotte as we celebrate the spirit of modern pentathlon - fencing, swimming, obstacle, laser shooting, and running - all in one action-packed week. Whether you’re competing, coaching, or cheering from the sidelines, this event represents the next step on the road to LA 2028 and the future of USA Pentathlon Multisport.
Camp Dates
December 8-12, 2025
Competition Dates
December 13 & 14, 2025
Location
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
9201 University City Blvd
Charlotte, NC 28223-0001
Certification
Official UIPM Obstacle Course
National Ranking Points
Open International Entry
Date | Time (ET) | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Friday, December 12 | 5:00 PM | Technical Meeting | |
Saturday, December 13 | 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Fencing | USPC Fencing Gym |
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM | Obstacle | UNCC Field 13b | |
Sunday, December 14 | 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM | Swim | Huntersville Aquatic |
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM | Laser Run | UNCC Field 13b | |
Immediately Following | Awards | UNCC Field 13b |
Competition Rules
Fencing: Up to 5, grounded pistes
Swimming: 25m indoor
Obstacle: 2 lane, UIPM official course
Running Course: Turf field
Laser Run: Up to 18 + 2 reserves
Competition Distances
Swim:
U11, U9: 50m
U15, U13: 100m
S/J/Y19/Y17: 200m
Masters: 100m
Laser Run:
U11, U9: 2 x 300
U15, U13: TBD- decided at technical meeting
S/J/Y19/Y17: 5 x 600
Masters: TBD
Athletes who are attending the USAPM Charlotte Open Camp will check in at the venue of your first training session.
All USAPM event registrations include an Event Day License for the duration of the event. To be rostered on any Team USA event or to be ranked, you must be a yearly member of USA Pentathlon Multisport and in good standing. To find out more visit: USA Pentathlon Multisport Memberships.
Fencing
Obstacle
Swimming
Laser Run