Are you looking for a new way to get active or simply seeking a new challenge? If so, read on to find out how to #MixItUp with GO TRI.
On Thursday 7 June 2018, The Accenture World Triathlon Mixed Relay Nottingham will feature top international elite triathletes racing around Victoria Embankment and Trent Bridge in this dynamic and exciting format of the sport as part of an Olympic qualification event. However, this exciting event isn’t just about the elites having a go….
The GO TRI and Sprint Relay offers opportunities for beginners to get involved.
Alongside the televised World Triathlon Series event a brand new and exciting mass participation triathlon event is taking place in Nottingham on Thursday 7 June 2018 with the GO TRI and Sprint Relay options be to give triathlon a go either as a team or on their own.
With two distances available participants will take part in a pool swim, followed by a very safe bike ride on closed roads and a flat run.
Distances:
- GO TRI (individual event): 300m open water swim, 9km bike, 1.5km run
- Sprint Relay (3 per team): 750m open water swim, 18km bike, 4.5km run
There are a range of training and learning opportunities in the city as well as the chance to be a bit more competitive and enter an event. Below you will find a range of opportunities in and around Nottingham.
#MixItUp - Getting ready with GO TRI
Whether you want to TRI a beginner session, learn about the different aspects of triathlon, take part in an event or get involved in volunteering – this is the place to start. Whatever your age, experience or fitness level, there is something to suit you. All sessions are led by friendly, experienced leaders who are ready to welcome you long and support you on your journey into triathlon activity.
Activity Key
GO TRI Gym
With GO TRI Gym, triathlon-trained instructors will give you the confidence and motivation to be a part of this fun and fast-growing sport - all at the convenience of your local gym.
GO TRI Events
GO TRI Events are a fun way to access triathlon, aquathlon (swim/run) or duathlon (run/bike/run) for the first time. GO TRI Events are available locally, reasonably priced, with manageable distances which have been purpose-designed for beginners.
GO TRI Active
Looking for a more interesting way to get fit? GO TRI Active is a coached session that is designed to help intorduce beginners to triathlon.
#MixItUp Nottingham GO TRI Activity
| Date | Activity | Location | Booking Options |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 May | GO TRI Aquathlon | Colwick Country Park, NG4 2DW | Click here |
| 26 May | GO TRI Aquathlon | Ken Martin Leisure Centre, NG6 8AP | Click Here |
| 2 June | GO TRI Active - Into to Tri | Rushcliffe Arena, NG2 7HY | Click Here |
| 7 June | GO TRI Triathlon | Accenture World Triathlon Mixed Relay Nottingham, Victoria Embankment | Click Here |
| 10 June | GO TRI Triathlon | Kimberley Leisure Centre, NG16 2NJ | Click Here |
| 23 June | GO TRI Aquathlon | Colwick Country Park, NG4 2DW | Click here |
| 24 June | GO TRI Family Aquathlon | Bingham Leisure Centre, NG13 8BL | Click Here |
| 21 July | GO TRI Aquathlon (including juniors) |
Colwick Country Park, NG4 2DW | Click here |
| 22 September | GO TRI Aquathlon (including juniors) |
Colwick Country Park, NG4 2DW | Click here |
Looking for a bigger challenge?
You can use the British Triathlon permitted events finder to search for events in the East Midlands (and across the country!) by clicking the button below.
Open Water Swimming sessions
Parklives GO TRI Swim
The free open water swim sessions are a great introduction to your first time in open water and a great way to get involved and progress as the weeks go on.
- Wednesday 23rd May 2018 6:00pm - 8:00pm
- Saturday 16th June 2018 2:00pm - 4:00pm
- Saturday 30th June 2018 2:00pm - 4:00pm
- Saturday 14th July 2018 2:00pm - 4:00pm
- Saturday 11th August 2018 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Colwick Park Open Water Swimming
As part of the British Triathlon Federation and Royal Life Partnership, Colwick Park will be working towards SH2OUT Venue Accreditation. You can learn more about the SH2OUT strategy for open water swimming here.
Starting in April, our open water swim centre offers that chance to swim in open water in a safe and friendly environment three times a week. Entrants to the City of Nottingham Triathlon and members of Triathlon England can get a £2 discount on each swim, just show your membership card or entry confirmation.
Cycling Skills sessions
Harvey Hadden
Basic through to advanced cycling skills session for all abilities on closed road circuit. Session will be tailored for every level of cyclist/triathlete so all welcome.
- Thursday 3rd May 2018 7:00pm - 8:00pm
- Thursday 14th June 2018 7:00pm - 8:00pm
- Thursday 12th July 2018 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Want to join a British Triathlon club?
If you are interested in having the opportunity to participate with people just like you, with one thing in common, the love of triathlon and have access to affordable access training from British Triathlon trained coaches in a safe and insured environment, then why not come along to a local British Triathlon affiliated club?
It’s a great way to have fun while exercising, make friends and share tips and information. A triathlon club is a friendly atmosphere to get stuck into your swim, cycle and run. We know being new to Triathlon can be daunting, everyone in the club you join has been there before you and will welcome you to the triathlon family!
Nottinghamshire clubs
| Triathlon Club | contact | More info |
|---|---|---|
| Absolute Triathlon Club | bob@absolutetri.com | British Triathlon Club Profile: Click here Club website: www.absolutetriathlonclub.co.uk |
| Bassetlaw Triathlon Club | bassetlawtriclub@hotmail.co.uk | British Triathlon Club Profile: Click here Club website: www.bassetlawtriclub.co.uk |
| Bingham Tri Club | binghamtri@gmail.com | British Triathlon Club Profile: Click here Club website: www.binghamtriclub.org |
| Broxtowe Tri Club | Membership@broxtowetriathlonclub.org.uk | British Triathlon Club Profile: Click here Club website: broxtowetriclub.wixsite.com/broxtowetriclub |
| TFN Tri Club | tfn_membership@hotmail.co.uk | British Triathlon Club Profile: Click here Club website: www.tfntriclub.co.uk |
| University of Nottingham Triathlon Club | sutriathlonclub@nottingham.ac.uk | British Triathlon Club Profile: Click here Club website: www.uontri.com |
| 4Life Triathlon Club | chairperson4life@hotmail.com | British Triathlon Club Profile: Click here Club website: www.pitchero.com/clubs/4lifetriathlon |
Additional Projects
This Girl Can
This Girl Can with Nottingham City Council - www.nottsgirlscan.co.uk
ParkLives Nottingham
ParkLives Nottingham will provide a wide range of sport and physical activities in some of Nottingham City’s award-winning parks, helping the community to get active. It doesn’t matter what your age, sex or ability, we aim to provide an activity for everyone to come and have a go. More importantly, everything is FREE! - www.parklives.com/councils/nottingham
Leisure Centres
- Nottingham City Council Leisure Centres - visit website
- Rushcliffe Borough Council Leisure Centres - visit website
