Tri with Pride: New to duathlon programme for LGBTQ+ community

Triathlon Ireland, in conjunction with Sporting Pride, is delighted to launched Tri with Pride, the ‘new to duathlon’ programme aimed at getting more of the LGBTQ+ community involved in the sport.

TRI WITH PRIDE PROGRAMME

Starting on Monday 18th January, the six-week Tri with Pride programme will bring participants from complete beginner all the way to fully fledged duathlete! Participants will learn the basics of duathlon, which is a combination of running and cycling. Duathlon is very doable and, most of all, great fun!

While the programme is being run virtually, a team of experienced professionals are on hand to provide support and guidance the entire way. At the end of the programme, there will be a 'try a duathlon' event that will be a run, bike, run event.

Training

The training programme has been developed by Triathlon Ireland Development Officer and Level 2 Triathlon Coach Gary Crossan. There will also be a weekly Zoom Turbo session for the group with Gary.

Nutrition

Each week, Nutritionist and 'Beyond the Finish Line' Women in Sport Advocate Fiona O'Donnell will give advice on different aspects of supporting your training and how to fuel it with your nutrition.

General Support

Triathlon Ireland Development Officer Nikki Bradley will also host a weekly Zoom session where participants can share progress updates and talk/connect with each other.

WHO CAN TAKE PART?

Everyone is welcome! As well as members of the LGBTQ+ community, we invite their friends, family and allies to also take part in what is we hope will be a really fun and enjoyable introduction to the sport.

WHAT WILL I NEED?

You will need a pair of runners, a bike and a helmet to take part in the programme.

HOW DO I REGISTER?

There is a two-step process to register for the Tri with Pride programme. Places are limited and assigned on a first come first served basis so sign up early to avoid disappointment!

• STEP 1: Buy a Triathlon Ireland Training Membership for €25. While it is free to take part in the six-week programme, you will need TI training membership to cover your insurance while training and during the final event.
  Click here to purchase your membership.

• STEP 2: Once you have bought your TI Training Membership, you must reserve your place on the course.
  Click here to reserve your place.

For more information and full details on how to register, CLICK HERE.

FREE INFORMATION WEBINAR

Tri with Pride will launch on Wednesday 13th January 2021 at 6pm with a free online information evening. This webinar is open to everyone in the LGBTQ+ community, as well as family, friends and allies. The webinar panel will consist of Nikki Bradley, Gary Crossan and Michael Collins from Triathlon Ireland, Karina Murray from Sporting Pride and Nutritionist and 'Beyond the Finish Line' Women in Sport Advocate Fiona O'Donnell.

Log on to find out all about the programme, what you can expect, and how to sign up!

CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR FREE WEBINAR ON WEDNESDAY 13TH JANUARY

ABOUT SPORTING PRIDE

Founded in 2018, Sporting Pride is a volunteer organisation, tasked with inspiring the Irish LGBTQ+ community to get active through sport, fitness and exercise. Research shows that 55% of LGBT men and 56% of LGBT women are not active enough to maintain good health, compared with 33% and 45% respectively of the general public. As a member of the EGLSF and the Federation of Gay Games, Sporting Pride also offers LGBTQ+ sports people the opportunity to represent Ireland in international competitions. www.sportingpride.ie

This event is part of Sporting Pride’s #GetOutGetActive campaign, which is being supported by Bank of Ireland’s Begin Together Fund.

CONTACTS

If you have any questions about the programme, please feel free to get in touch with us at the details below.

Sporting Pride: Karina Murray karina.murray@sportingpride.ie  

Triathlon Ireland: Nikki Bradley nikki@triathlonireland.com