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WELCOME TO THE WORLD OF TRIATHLON TRAINING!

You will find people from all walks of life are hooked on the great lifestyle that training for triathlon brings. There is a strong friendly, social side to the sport with affiliated Triathlon clubs offering a range of training sessions each week catering for all levels of fitness. The clubs run sessions that also offer a very supportive environment for those new to the sport, with plenty of experienced triathletes and qualified coaches willing to provide advice. If you are ready to step up and get serious, you will find other like minded athletes to motivate you to reach your full potential.

WHAT IS THE NOVICE PROGRAM?

We have three fantastic clubs in the ACT that provide 8-12 week Novice Triathlon programs from September to December each year. They all cater for people, like you, who wish to get a start in the sport of triathlon. The programs involve a series of specific sessions focused on skills, fitness and other helpful hints, for those new to the sport. The programs culminate in participants competing in the ACT Triathlon Novice series.

Please note that there will be limited spaces in the Novice programs, so get in quick, and register, to avoid disappointment. 

HOW TO JOIN A NOVICE PROGRAM AND BECOME A NOVICE MEMBER?

To join a novice program, please contact the club that looks the most suitable for you. They will provide introductory sessions, information, training sessions, social gatherings and race preparation. 

Once you join a novice program you will automatically become a novice, Triathlon ACT and Triathlon Australia member.

Please visit the Triathlon ACT Benefits of Annual Membership website to see Novice Program Members' benefits. Triathlon Australia also provide amazing benefits that are included as part of your membership Benefits of Annual Membership.

BENEFITS FOR NOVICE PROGRAMS MEMBERS

• A training program adapted for beginners or young triathletes
• A special discount for Triathlon ACT events (Specific Novice events)
• Technique sessions
• Four bikes, supplied by Triathlon ACT, are available to lend for a short period of time if you don’t have a bike. (Please contact us at admin@act.triathlon.org.au if you are interested)
• ALL the Triathlon ACT & Triathlon Australia member benefits

PARTICIPATING IN OUR EVENTS:

The best way to get into triathlon is to come to one of our event. There are 2 duathlon, 4 triathlon and 4 aquathlon events during the season suitable for beginners:

The best way to get into triathlon is to come to one of our 2020-21 events, which are suitable for beginners:

All of the above events are suitable for people starting from age 12 and above we have no age limits. You can enter an event online at the events calendar.

NOVICE RACE SERIES PASSES AVAILABLE

This season you can either register for each event individually, or you can save money by purchasing a 5 race series for the 2019-20 season. Please click here to find out more details and register for some great deals. 

ATHLETES WITH A DISABILITY

Triathlon ACT welcomes any athletes with a disability to participate to our events. However in some cases the courses might not be safe for some disability. We encourage you to contact us at admin@act.triathlon.org.au prior to registering for an event to ensure the course will be suitable.

RESOURCES FOR BEGINNERS

How to fit a Helmet correctly
Tips for beginners
10 important triathlon points to remember
Open water swimming