High Performance Pathway
HP Pathway Launches 2026 Training Programme at Sport Ireland Campus
Triathlon Ireland’s High Performance (HP) development pathway is off to an incredible start in 2026. Our first monthly HP Training Development Day took place on Saturday 24th January, at the Sport Ireland Campus, Dublin, bringing together our coaches, athletes, and para-athletes for a day of training, learning, and team development.
The session was led by HP Pathway Coaches Ciaran McGarity, Luke Conavin, Dee Needham and Paddy McLaughlin and Para-athlete Donnacha McCarthy and Guide Seán Husband. In attendance were 32 athletes, ranging in age from 12+ The diverse group enjoyed a range of activities designed to challenge, inspire, and develop high-performance skills.
Highlights of the day included:
- Focused swim session with 3 dedicated swim lanes at the National Aquatics Centre
- Bike sessions for testing handling skills and transition techniques
- Social run to build team cohesion and share experiences on and off the track
The day was a resounding success, offering athletes the opportunity to train at a high level, learn from our experienced coaches and para athletes and enjoy the support of their peers in a fun and structured environment. Parents also gained further insight into the appropriate race trajectory for High Performance and there will be more details shared on race planning for 2026 soon.
Upcoming Events
We’re already looking forward to upcoming HP events:
- 28 February – Next monthly training day at the National Triathlon Centre, University of Limerick
- 21 March – Irish Performance Assessments, ahead of GB assessments – Location to be confirmed
- 30 March – 2 April – Easter Camp at the National Triathlon Centre, University of Limerick
The HP pathway continues to grow, develop, and inspire athletes of all abilities – stay tuned for more updates as the year unfolds.
