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Triathlon

Triathlon is an exciting multi-discipline sport made up of a swim, then a bike ride and then a run.

See Also:
Cycling, Running, Swimming

An Overview of Triathlon

Competitors race against the clock which starts as they begin the swim and stops as they cross the finish line after the run. Race distances vary depending on age and preference. Maximum distances are set for children but adults can choose to race over a number of distances.

The kit you need for swimming, swimsuit and goggles. For riding, any bike in good working order and cycle helmet. For running, trainers, t-shirt/vest and shorts.

Triathlon is a great way to get active and, by taking on the three elements of swimming, cycling and running you can keep it fun and varied too.

Benefits

Triathlon offers an all-over body work out that will tone the legs through cycling and running, and the arms and upper body through swimming. Depending on your weight and how hard you work in training, swimming and cycling eat up around 600-700 calories an hour, and running even more, perhaps as many as 900.

Involvement

For people of all ages and abilities wanting to take part, there are approximately 750 triathlon clubs in the United Kingdom with many of them offering taster sessions for people interested in taking up the sport.

Adaptations and Equipment

Some clubs offer wetsuits to hire for free, so just sort yourself out with a working bike for the cycling leg!

Facts

  • Triathlon made its debut in the Olympics in 2000.
  • The Brownlee brothers won Gold and Bronze in the London 2012 Olympics.

Find Triathlon Clubs/Groups Near You

Use the search below to find local organisations near you.

National Governing Bodies

British Triathlon Federation

Contact Name
General Information
Contact Email
info@britishtriathlon.org
Contact Telephone
01509 226 161

Triathalon Scotland

Contact Name
General Information
Contact Email
admin@triathlonscotland.org
Contact Telephone
01786 466921
Glasgow Triathlon Club

Glasgow Triathlon Club

Welcome to Scotland’s largest triathlon club. Our friendly and all-inclusive club has more than 500 members across the adult and junior sections. A swim, bike, run club for everyone!

Fusion Triathlon Club

Fusion Triathlon Club

Everyone is welcome at Fusion Triathlon Club – we are open to people of all ages and abilities. We have multiple coached swim, bike and run sessions every week based around the Glasgow. So getting your running shoes out and come along!

Triathlon Fun and Fitness (7 - 16 years)

Triathlon Fun and Fitness (7 - 16 years)

Coached swim/run session. “Development” spaces available for those having attended a swim assessment and felt to need more time before joining standard “Club” sessions.

Triathlon Fun and Fitness (7 - 16 years)

Triathlon Fun and Fitness (7 - 16 years)

Coached swim/run session. “Development” spaces available for those having attended a swim assessment and felt to need more time before joining standard “Club” sessions.

Fusion Triathlon: Bellahouston Park Cycle (16+ years)

Fusion Triathlon: Bellahouston Park Cycle (16+ years)

Fusion sessions are all taken by qualified coaches and are suited to all abilities. We’re a friendly and supportive bunch and you can be sure of a warm welcome. We deliver sessions across all 3 Triathlon discplines - cycling, running and swimming.

Triathlon Junior Session (8 - 16 years)

Triathlon Junior Session (8 - 16 years)

Our junior section is the most successful in Scotland. The importance of juniors to the sport in Scotland is unquestionable and we currently offer one of the best junior set ups in the country. Plus it’s also fun, friendly and fast, Fusion’s Junior sessions will introduce kids to triathlon and develop comprehensive skills and athletic ability.

Fusion Triathlon: Scotstoun Thursday Swim (16+ years)

Fusion Triathlon: Scotstoun Thursday Swim (16+ years)

Fusion sessions are all taken by qualified coaches and are suited to all abilities. We’re a friendly and supportive bunch and you can be sure of a warm welcome. We deliver sessions across all 3 Triathlon discplines - cycling, running and swimming.

Fusion Triathlon: Bellahouston Park Run (16+ years)

Fusion Triathlon: Bellahouston Park Run (16+ years)

Fusion sessions are all taken by qualified coaches and are suited to all abilities. We’re a friendly and supportive bunch and you can be sure of a warm welcome. We deliver sessions across all 3 Triathlon discplines - cycling, running and swimming.

Fusion Triathlon: Bellahouston Sunday Swim (16+ years)

Fusion Triathlon: Bellahouston Sunday Swim (16+ years)

Fusion sessions are all taken by qualified coaches and are suited to all abilities. We’re a friendly and supportive bunch and you can be sure of a warm welcome. We deliver sessions across all 3 Triathlon discplines - cycling, running and swimming.

Triathlon Junior Session (8 - 16 years)

Triathlon Junior Session (8 - 16 years)

Our junior section is the most successful in Scotland. The importance of juniors to the sport in Scotland is unquestionable and we currently offer one of the best junior set ups in the country. Plus it’s also fun, friendly and fast, Fusion’s Junior sessions will introduce kids to triathlon and develop comprehensive skills and athletic ability.

Fusion Triathlon: Scotstoun Monday Swim (16+ years)

Fusion Triathlon: Scotstoun Monday Swim (16+ years)

Fusion sessions are all taken by qualified coaches and are suited to all abilities. We’re a friendly and supportive bunch and you can be sure of a warm welcome. We deliver sessions across all 3 Triathlon discplines - cycling, running and swimming.

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