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How to get into para triathlon

At an elite level, para triathlon always takes place over the sprint triathlon distance – comprised of a 750m swim, a 20km bike and a 5km run. However at an amateur level, where participants do not have to have gone through the formal World Triathlon classification process in order to take part, there are opportunities to race at a wide variety of triathlon distances – from super sprint all the way up to Ironman.

Talent ID and elite pathways – the road to becoming a professional para triathlete

For those looking to pursue para triathlon at an elite level, the journey will typically start with a Talent ID programme. Both British Triathlon and USAT offer Talent ID days/camps aimed at discovering para athletes who show the potential to compete at an elite level. The process varies depending on the national federation, but typically you would attend a training day or a training camp and complete a number of sessions with guidance from coaches. Those showing the level of performance and potential to compete at the top level will then have the opportunity to progress onto a performance pathway with coaching, mentoring and support.

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