about triathlon england south east
The South East region is one of the 9 regions that make up Triathlon England
(TE) which is the National Governing Body for the sport of triathlon in England.
TE is managed by a Board of Directors which is appointed by a council formed by
the 9 regions of England.
It is through the 9 regions that development activity takes place for the sport
in respect of participation, clubs, coaching and volunteers.
Triathlon England South East (TESE) is the regional governance structure for the
South East of England and is the largest region in respect of the number of
members, clubs and events. The region is governed by a volunteer committee who
works alongside the employed Regional Development Manager to pursue the sports
development goals.
Latest News
Chapel Tristars celebrate 10th Anniversary with launch of new website
Posted: 26th May
As part of the ongoing celebrations of Chapel Tristars 10th anniversary. The club launch their new website on the weekend of the 16th/17th May. This is the second part of their celebrations. The first an Aquathlon held at Hamble Sports College where nearly 90 athletes were in attendance, enjoyed good competition on a sunny but windy day. The third part of their celebrations will be their inaugaral Triathlon to be held at Wildern School on August 29th 2009.
For further information regarding training and club info please visit our their website at www.chapeltri.org
Deal Tri 23rd May - Cancelled
Posted: 12th May
It is with great regret that the decision has been made to cancel the Junior
Deal Triathlon. Despite all our efforts, the decision was completely out of
our control. If you wish for more information on this matter, please
contact Deal Triathlon Club directly.
Triathlon England Reorganisation
Posted: 12th May
Triathlon England has recently gone under a reorganisation following the funding award from Sport England. The South East Region will remain the same with the Regional Committee responsible for its governance. The Regional Development Managers are now known as Regional Programme Managers (RPM) and are no longer ‘attached’ to a region. The South East Region now has the benefit of three RPM’s working within its boundaries;
- Stefan Pearce – Berkshire & Oxfordshire
- Ceri Winter – Buckinghamshire & Kent
- Kat Valk – Hampshire, Sussex & Surrey
Outlined below are the Strategic Priorities for Triathlon England for 2009 – 13 and the subsequent main work areas for the Development Team (including the RPM’s)
Triathlon England Strategic Priorities:
- Development of excellence.. This requires the development of a clear pathway
from introduction to the sport to the environments appropriate to the abilities
of any given athlete.
- Building the performance pathway to achieve the development of excellence. The talent programme aims to match the right athlete with identified potential to the right coaches in exceptional environments.
- Provision of appropriate events for athletes at the right time in their development.
Development Team Key Work Areas:
- Talent clubs
Developing standards for clubs that aspire to cater for talented young athletes in the critical 14-19 age range. The current quality assurance schemes run for triathlon clubs will be reviewed to create a greater impact, specifically targeting junior (14-19) talent development.
- Access to Triathlon Coaching
Provide athletes from all backgrounds with the opportunity to experience triathlon and triathlon coaching through taster / drop in sessions.
- Schools Competition
Developing a competition structure in conjunction with the Youth Sport Trust that will provide a national template for multi-sports schools competition.
- Right Event, Right Place, Right Organiser
It is essential that there is an appropriate event for every athlete at regular intervals within a reasonable travelling time from their home.
- Events
The experience of an athlete at an event, regardless of their experience in triathlon, will shape their opinion of the sport. Improve the quality of existing and new events.
- Officiating
Increase the quality and quantity of race officials through recruitment, training and reward.
- Volunteers
Running events and clubs requires a workforce that is dedicated, skilled and enthusiastic. Volunteers will be identified and assisted to build their skills and knowledge base.
- Quality Assured Clubs
Ensuring that the accreditation and development scheme for clubs is appropriate for all types of clubs.
- Coaching
It has become apparent that there is a requirement to build a coaching system around our trained and qualified coaches. This will help them to become better coaches, who provide better coaching and subsequently build better clubs. To develop cohorts of talent specialists with coaching at the heart.
- Triathlon for All
Continue to provide and create appropriate participation opportunities for all segments of the community. This activity will go a long way to ensuring sustainable growth of our sport over the next 4 years and beyond.
These are the headline activity areas and it is hoped that each and every club in the region will directly benefit from the development activities in the areas outlined. The information above is intended to give a brief overview, if you have any questions or would like to discuss this in more detail please feel free to contact one of the RPMs above.
Very important changes to the Qualification procedure for IRC selection
Qualification procedure for 2009 IRC in Wales.
The first 4 races of the British Triathlon South East Series will
be taken into account in selecting the team for the championships.
The Leader of the tri star 2, tri star 3, and youth up to this
point will automatically qualify. In case of a tie the person who won
the open water Triathlon at Dorney lake will gain selection.
The 2nd place will be selected based on performances in the South
East series and will take into account any mechanical failure, illness
etc... as well as current fitness levels, open water performance,
performances in championships and other events.
The 3rd place for the youth category will either go to the top
finisher from the South East at the national youth championships or if
this is held after the end of July the 3rd place will be selected on
the same basis as the 2nd place youth. Likewise if the top finisher
from the South East and the national championship is the same person as
the current leader of the South East Series the 3rd place will be
selected based on the criteria for second place selection.
A reserve for each category will be selected at the same time
based on performance in the South East series first 4 races, current
fitness levels, mechanical problems that may have affected race
results, illness."
Triathlon England South East Aquathlon Series
Posted: 26th Mar 2009
Triathlon England South East are pleased to announce the
following Aquathlon series to be held at
The Quays, Coleford Bridge Road, Mytchett, Camberley, GU16
6DS
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Sunday June 21st, Start:08:00, Registration 07:00 (enter race)
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Sunday July 26th, Start:08:00, Registration 07:00 (enter race)
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Sunday September 13th, Start:08:00, Registration 07:00 (enter race)
Inter Regional Championships - Change of date for 2009
Posted: 6th Mar 2009
This year the date for the Inter-Regional championships has changed to the weekend of 12th/13th September. The venue in Wales remains the same as last year
Triathlon England South East in Association with their Partner TriSport Coaching Launch their first Club Training Day for 7Oaks Triathlon Club in Kent.
Posted: 20th Feb 2009
Members of 7Oaks Triathlon Club were treated to a full day of coaching tips and advice ranging from running and cycling theory, practical and technique also included were core strength, conditioning and sports psychology. Heading up the Coaching team were Chris Roberts, Martin Allen, Nick De Meyer with technical support by Michael Goldbourne.
At the end of the day it was felt that the workshop was a great success. If your club is interested in this initiative, please contact either Kat Valk, South East Regional Development Manager or Sharon Taylor at TriSport Coaching.
Classification of Disabled Athletes for Triathlon
Posted: 13th Feb 2009
As the number of disabled athletes competing in triathlon increases at a
consistent rate, British Triathlon is keen to offer disabled triathletes
the opportunity to become officially classified in advance of the 2009
race season and the 2009 British Triathlon Disabled Championships.
Disabled triathletes who intend to compete in the International
competition, National Championships and the National Disabled Triathlete
Ranking Series must be officially classified. Disabled athletes who are
members of one of the Home Nations, but only intend to compete at local
level, are also encouraged to complete the Classification process, to
assist the Federation in monitoring its progress within the disabled
development of the sport.
Officially classified athletes will have their classification details
printed on their Home Nation membership card, and will not require to
produce any further documentation at National or International competition.
Physically Disabled Triathletes (athletes with amputation, paralysis,
deformity, cerebral palsy, etc) who require classification can contact
Julian Wills on julianwills@britishtriathlon.org
or 01822 850454. A series of
classification days will be held across the country at appropriate
venues for athletes to attend. The venues will relate to the athletes
location.
Visually Impaired and Blind Triathletes who require classification must
have their eyes officially tested by an Ophthalmologist / Optometrist,
asking them to complete the attached 'Competitors Medical Certificate'.
The completed certificate must be sent to British Blind Sport, who will
process the certificate and membership of British Blind Sport. The
British Blind Sport membership card is the only proof of classification
that British Triathlon requires to witness. For additional information
about British Blind Sport and the 'Ophthalmologist process' please
contact Carole Baxter on carole.baxter@britishblindsport.org.uk
Currently there is only classified triathlon competition at National
level for Triathletes with Learning Disabilities. Formal classification
is managed by the UK Sports Association for People with Learning
Disabilities. Presentation of UKSAPLD membership card is the only
requirement for British Triathlon classification. For advice on
completing the UKSAPLD classification process please contact Kathy
Anstey on sport@mencap.org.uk or 01924 234912.
Currently there is only classified triathlon competition at National
level for Hearing Impaired and Deaf Triathletes. Athletes competing
within this classification must have a hearing impairment as defined by
Deaflympics and British Deaf Sport. Official audiogrammes can be
obtained through www.ukdeafsport.org.uk Presentation of fully completed
audiogrammes is the requirement for British Triathlon classification.
Junior Triathlon Events 2009
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Deal Tri 23rd May (Cancelled due to events beyond our control)
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Arun Tri 13th June (download application form)
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Human Race 4th July TBC
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Blue Finns 12th July
(individual application form / team application form)
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Chapel Tri 29th August (download info & application form)
Martin Allen intends to promote each
organisers event by having a promotional evening at a venue of the organisers
choice, where you will be able to see the Dare to Tri DVD with a Q&A session
after.
Please note that dates may be subject to change due to circumstances outside of
our control.
TriStar & Junior Multisport Events 2009
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Steyning Aquathlon 13th April (View Results)
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Chapel Tri Aquathlon 19th April (View Results)
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Human Race Aquathlon 11th July
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Chichester Aquathon 19th July
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Woking Aquathlon 27th Sept
Please note that dates may be subject to change due to circumstances outside of
our control.
View Series Results to date
South-East Regional Triathlon Academy 2009
Applications are invited from athletes
aged 12 and upwards to be considered for inclusion in the Triathlon England
South-East Regional Academy. Enquiries and applications will be taken from
existing triathletes and those currently in other sports who feel they may meet
the selection criteria.
Three Academy days will be held at the
Eastbourne campus, University of Brighton on;
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17th January 2009
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28th February 2009
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4th April 2009
Applications must be received no later than 5th January 2009.
Download the
application form
GB DISABLED TRIATHLETE DEVELOPMENT SQUAD
Five athletes from the South East Region have been selected for the GB Disables Triathlete Development Squad
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James Smith, Guildford Tri
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Thomas Harrison, St Marys Tri
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Graham Kiff, Oxford Tri
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Chris Goodwin, Southampton Tri
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Anna Turney, who is also a GB Paralympic skier
Congratulations to you all!
TRIATHLON ENGLAND SOUTH EAST SCHOOLS SERIES 2009
This is a new series established for 2009, venues have now been confirmed as:
Schools will be invited from the surrounding locations and will receive coaching
from Christian and Nick (Regional Development Coaches). Local clubs are
encouraged to engage with the new series and provide an exit route for the
participants. A big thank you to Christian for all the hard work getting this
off the ground.
31 AUGUST - INTER REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS 2008
Picture with thanks to Martin Ingle at Bodyworks.
Congratulations to the South East IRC Team!
They have now won the Mazda Inter Regional Championships four times in a row.
The South East region held onto their title in the Mazda British Triathlon Inter Regional Championships on Saturday following a series of six exciting races across Tri Star and Youth levels. The defending champions held off challenges from Scotland and the improved Eastern region who finished second and third respectively.
The championships were held at the sports centre at Aldershot Garrison which will be the holding camp for Team GB when they gather before the London Games in 2012. The athletes swam in a 50m pool before completing a technical bike course around the barracks. The racing continued with a run combining grass and track.
The race proved to be a success for the South East off the field of play as well as on it. Triathlon England South East Region hosted an excellently organised event, thanks in particular to the Irish Guards, Trisport Coaching UK the local sponsor, Farnham Tri Club and Martin Allen the event organiser. Special thanks also to Sarah Coope, Team Manager and Bodyworks for the fantastic support they gave the athletes.
During the presentation of the medals and awards British Triathlon Federation Director, Ian Braid, announced that in 2009 the Mazda British Triathlon Inter Regional Championships will be held at Bryn Bach Parc in Tredegar, Wales. Next year’s race will include an open water swim for the first time and be staged on the course used in the Corus Elite Series.
Results of the 2008 Championships:
- South East
- Scotland
- Eastern
- North West
- London
- East Midlands
- Wales
- West Midlands
- Yorkshire and Humberside
- South West
- North East
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