2026 Tonbridge Triathlon

Pool based Swim.
Sprint = 400M Standard = 800m
16/32 lengths in the 25m heated pool, get there in plenty of time and watch the swim unfold in front of you.

Cycle: Open roads with some challenging hilly inclines.
Sprint = 25km Standard = 50km
Sprint = 1 lap of the 25km route
Standard = 2 laps of the 25km route.

Run: Open grassy fields finishing with a 1 lap of a 400m athletics track.
Sprint = 5km Standard = 10km
After a quick change you are on the run, nothing too steep, nothing too flat, mixed terrain, but most trainers will be suited to this environment. Follow the signs and obey the marshals instructions and you will be through the finish 3/4 athleteics track to collect your medal.

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OP Events in Partnership with Tonbridge Lions offer an awesome Sprint and Standard triathlon suitable for a first timer with a safe and clean pool based swim in Tonbridge School Sports centre with controlled lanes and seeded starts, which as the day moves on turns into an early season opener for the seasoned triathlete.

The Lions are dedicating this Triathlon to celebrate the Coronation of Charles III and offer special trophies to both Sprint and Standard Championship winners.

• Medal
• Goody Bag
• Chip timed
• Scenic Routes
• Free Race Photos

06:00 Registration & Transition open
06:00 - 07:00 'Standard Distance to register First'
06:45 - 08:30 'Sprint & All other events' to register
06:45 First Wave 'Standard' competitors arrive at poolside
07:00 Standard Distance starts in the pool.
07:20 First Swimmers Out (approx.)
08:30 Onwards - Sprint, Aquabike, Aquathlon, Relay Swimmers Start (depending on Your given start time)
10:40 (approx.) Last group of competitors start the swim leg
12:15 (approx.) Last competitors complete the whole course

The 4th discipline...
Here are some tips to make race day a little bit smoother.
1) Layout your kit in the order you need it. (Always put helmet on first!)
2) What row are you in?
3) Make a note of how far you are from "swim in", walk the route and count the steps, it will help you remember your racking slot when you come out of the water.
4) Look for landmarks (Flags, kiosks, trees) level with your space to give a visual reference to where your spot is. (once you get near you should see the bike and your towel.
5) Don't panic, slow is smooth, smooth is fast!
By doing the above you can save minutes off your time, practice putting your kit on and off, it will make you efficient come race day!