# Aquathlon Roadmap

Part of the Multisport Merit Badge Digital Resource Guide: [Introduction & Overview](https://merit-badge.university/merit-badges/multisport/guide/index.md)

*4. Aquathlon Path*

> **4.** Option C—Aquathlon. **Aquathlon**

Aquathlon combines swimming and running without the bike leg. That makes the gear simpler, but it still asks for strong safety awareness and a smooth shift from water to land.

## What You'll Complete

- **[Req 4c1 — Aquathlon Swim Skills](https://merit-badge.university/merit-badges/multisport/guide/req4c1/)**: Cover the swimming prerequisite, Safe Swim Defense, and open-water differences.
- **[Req 4c2 — Aquathlon Run Skills](https://merit-badge.university/merit-badges/multisport/guide/req4c2/)**: Build run warmup habits, road awareness, and key drills.

Aquathlon suits Scouts who like the simplicity of two disciplines but still want the challenge of leaving the water and continuing under fatigue.

> **Tip**
>
> If swimming is a strength and you want a less gear-heavy format than triathlon, aquathlon is often the cleanest next step.

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