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Sprint Triathlons are one of the recognised standard distances in triathlon races. The Sprint Triathlon distance makes it one of the most popular triathlon types. They consist of a 750m swim, a 20km bike and a 5km run. There are many Sprint Triathlon training plans available online to help newcomers plan their training.
Sprint Triathlon events are good for novices trying triathlon for the first time. They are also useful for the more experienced triathlete looking to sharpen their racing at the beginning of the season.
Find A Race lists over 300 Sprint Triathlons. So whether you’re a newbie looking for your first Sprint Triathlon or an experienced racer looking for an early-season event, check out our comprehensive 2026 - 2027 Sprint Triathlon race list below: you’ll find a race that’s perfect for you... And when you've recovered, why not check out our Olympic Distance Triathlon Calendar ;-)
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Sprint Triathlon Events
2027 - Oulton Park Spring Duathlon
Tarporley, Cheshire West and Chester2027 - Fleetwood Spring Triathlon
FleetwoodEast Leake Triathlon
Loughborough, LeicestershireThe Osprey Sprint Triathlon
The Osprey Leisure Centre, Portland, DT5 1BD2027 - Ribby Hall Triathlon
Preston, LancashireStratford Triathlon 2027
Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire2027 - Wilmslow Spring Triathlon
Wilmslow, Cheshire EastX-TRON East Dereham Sprint Triathlon
Dereham, NorfolkATW St Neots Triathlon - Race 1
Riverside Park, Regatta Meadow, St Neots, Cambridgeshire, PE19 7AB2027 - Tonbridge Triathlon
Tonbridge, KentHSV Sprint Triathlon
Hatfield Sports Village, De Havilland Campus, Hatfield Business Park, Mosquito Way, Hatfield AL10 9EUCheshire Triathlon 2027
Nantwich, Cheshire EastATW Box End Mixed Team Relay
Box End Lakes,Box End Rd, Bedford MK43 8RNSkipton Multisport Festival
Aireville Park, Skipton, BD23 1UDATW Centurion 100KM Triathlon Box End
Box End Lakes,Box End Rd, Bedford MK43 8RNATW Box End Triathlon
Box End Lakes,Box End Rd, Bedford MK43 8RNMarlow Triathlon
Marlow, BuckinghamshireThe Weymouth Classic & Sprint Triathlon
Weymouth College, Cranford Avenue, Weymouth, DT4 7SWHenley Triathlon 2027
Henley-on-Thames, OxfordshireRoyal Windsor Triathlon
Windsor, BerkshireShropshire Triathlon 2027
Ellesmere, ShropshireATW Stewartby Lake Triathlon & Aquabike
Stewartby Lake, Green Ln, Bedford MK43 9LY2027 - Upton Tri + Duathlon
Worcester, WorcestershireMarlow Triathlon
Marlow, BuckinghamshireThe Dorchester Sprint Triathlon
1610 Sports Centre Coburg Rd, Dorchester DT1 2HRThorpe Park Sprint Triathlon
Chertsey, SurreyThe Bedford Triathlon
Bedford, BedfordshireYork Triathlon 2027
YorkBishopton Triathlon
Bishopton lake, Stockton-on-Tees TS21 1EYEllesmere Triathlon 2027
Ellesmere, ShropshireSundowner Triathlon
Allerthorpe Lakeland Park, Melbourne Road, Pocklington, York YO42 4RL2027 - Fleetwood Autumn Triathlon
Fleetwood, LancashireNorth West Triathlon 2027
Nantwich, Cheshire East2027 - Wilmslow Autumn Triathlon
Wilmslow, Cheshire EastSALCOMBE BREWERY CO SPRINT TRIATHLON
North Sands, Salcombe TQ8 8LDWarwickshire Triathlon 2027
Stratford-upon-Avon, WarwickshireCommon Sprint Triathlon Event Questions
What distances make up a sprint triathlon?
What distances make up a sprint triathlon?
A standard sprint triathlon combines a 750m swim, 20km bike ride and 5km run. Those figures can vary slightly when a venue needs to adapt its course. Pool-based races may also change the swim length to suit the lanes available. It’s important to check the measurements before entering rather than relying on the word “sprint” alone. If 750m of swimming feels too challenging a first step, a super-sprint triathlon usually reduces it to around 400m.
What is a decent time for a sprint triathlon?
What is a decent time for a sprint triathlon?
Finishing in under two hours is a really solid time for a first sprint-triathlon, and a result below 1 hour 30 minutes would be strong for many more experienced participants. Your final time includes both transitions, which means the clock keeps running while you change equipment and move between disciplines. Hills can slow the bike leg considerably, while an open-water swim may take longer than the same distance in a pool. Even the route from the water to transition can add several minutes. This means it’s much more useful to compare your result with people from the same race than with one universal benchmark.
Is two months enough time to train for a sprint triathlon?
Is two months enough time to train for a sprint triathlon?
Eight weeks can be enough if you’re already comfortable with each sprint triathlon discipline on its own. You’ll then need to practise joining them together, especially the change from cycling to running when your legs feel heavy. If swimming is completely new to you, two months may not be quite long enough to feel comfortable. The same applies if you haven’t exercised consistently for some time. Choosing a later race or a shorter format is more sensible than trying to squeeze too much preparation into a fixed date.
What should I step up to after my first sprint triathlon?
What should I step up to after my first sprint triathlon?
An Olympic-distance triathlon is the usual next step once sprint racing feels comfortable. It normally doubles the swim to 1.5km and the bike ride to 40km, then finishes with a 10km run. You don’t have to move up immediately, though. Another sprint on a hillier course could present a fresh challenge, as could moving from a pool to open water. Build towards middle distance only when you want the extra training and race-day commitment, not because completing one sprint means you’re expected to progress.