Women in Sport New2Tri Women’s Wraps Up in Cork
Sunshine, Smiles & Stamina: Women in Sport New2Tri Women's Wraps Up in Cork!
Wednesday, 18th June marked the final day of an exciting six-week journey for 15 incredible women taking part in Women In Sport New2Tri; a women’s triathlon training programme. The programme was proudly delivered by Triathlon Ireland and Cork Local Sports Partnership, with support from Sport Ireland’s Women in Sport Funding.
Hosted over six consecutive Wednesdays at Leisure World Bishopstown, the fun programme offered participants an inclusive, social, and structured introduction to the world of triathlon. Each session was delivered by Triathlon Ireland staff & coaches, focusing on building confidence, strength and camaraderie amongst the women.
The programme concluded with a finale event, which was was a back-to-back 20 minute swim, spin, and run — a real taste of triathlon, and a celebration of how far the group had come. Sunny skies set the perfect backdrop, as each woman crossed her own personal finish line!
The grand finale was a back-to-back 20-minute swim, 20-minute spin, and 20-minute run — areal taste of triathlon, and a celebration of how far the group had come. Sunny skies set the
perfect backdrop, and there were smiles all round as each woman crossed her own personal
finish line.
An introduction with local clubs
Representatives from local clubs joined the women to deliver engaging talks; we welcomed Cobh TC, Cork TC, Crosshaven TC and South Coast TC who added to great atmosphere by sharing stories, training insights, and offering warm encouragement to continue their triathlon journey. The clubs emphasised the welcoming community that awaits anyone looking to get involved in the sport.
The New2Tri event wasn’t just about fitness — it was about building confidence, trying something new, and forming friendships through shared achievement. The positive energy was contagious, and many participants left not just with tired legs, but with new goals, new connections, and a fresh passion for triathlon.
Triathlon Ireland and Cork Local Sports Partnership extend a huge thank you to everyone involved — participants, club speakers, and the team at LeisureWorld Bishopstown — for making this such a successful and empowering initiative.
We can’t wait to see these women on start lines around the country in the near future!
Photo gallery by michael Buckley
