06/05/2021: Covid-19 Return to Triathlon Update for ROI

Adult Club Training in the Republic of Ireland (ROI) can resume from 10th May 2021. Following consultation with Sport Ireland, Triathlon Ireland have updated the Return to Training Protocol for Clubs & Members in ROI to reflect the current Government Guidelines. 

This change in guidelines represents the first time that all of our clubs will be back training in 2021. Training together again is exciting for us all but we urge our community to remain vigilant and to maintain the basics including social distancing, hand washing and, when necessary, face coverings.

Please note there are now two separate protocol documents for NI and ROI, you can download the Return to Training Protocol for Northern Ireland here.  

Training Guidelines from 10th May 2021

There will be changes for both adult clubs and members starting from Monday, 10th May 2021.

Triathlon Ireland Members – Training Guidance

Outside of organised club training sessions, Triathlon Ireland members must adhere to all public health guidelines. Before taking part in open water swimming we recommend that all members read the Covid-19 Open Water Guidance for Swimmers document here. 

Triathlon Ireland Club Training Guidance

Club Sessions

• Junior (under 18) TI club sessions can take place outdoors in pods of 15
  
• Adult TI club sessions can take place outdoors in pods of 15.
  • Pods must include the coach and anyone else present to assist in the total number (eg.  pod of 14+ 1 coach). 
  • A coach can oversee multiple pods but must not move between pods.
  • Multiple pods are permitted if space allows.
  • Safety crew for open water sessions should be a separate pod.
  • No indoor sessions permitted. Indoor facilities can only open for essential toilet facilities. 

It will be permitted to open outdoor sports facilities for structured club  training sessions in pods of no more than 15 and in compliance with approved COVID-19 protocols and all relevant public health guidance. It excludes the use of any indoor facilities, club houses, changing rooms (or any related “touch” points) which should be closed bar toilets which may be open for essential use.

RETURN TO CLUB TRAINING PROTOCOL

Full guidelines can be viewed by downloading the Return to Club Training Protocol for Clubs & Members in ROI. This is an important document for all clubs and members to reference.

GET IN TOUCH

As always, please get in touch with any questions in relation to training, the Triathlon Ireland team are here to help. Niamh O’Gorman, our Head of Education & Development can be contacted on niamh@triathlonireland.com.

For all other queries, view our staff directory here.

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Last Updated: 6/05/2021