National Triathlon Centre (UL)
Centre for Progress, Partnership and Performance
In 2024 Triathlon Ireland and the University of Limerick (UL) proudly launched the National Triathlon Centre (NTC) – a landmark development in Irish sport and the heart of Ireland’s High Performance Triathlon Pathway.
Since opening its doors, the NTC has become a hub of excellence providing elite and student athletes with access to world-class facilities, coaching expertise and sports science support.
World Class facilities
Located on the University of Limerick’s sporting campus the National Triathlon Centre provides everything an athlete needs to perform at the highest level.
- Access to exclusive use Triathlon Ireland pool plus olympic pool
- High performance training spaces for running and cycling as well as Sports science, physiology and strength and conditioning labs.
- Daily coached and structured sessions that develop and support the athletes to reach their potential.
- Access to expertise within the university community to bolster experience and learning.
These facilities are complimented by ULs reputation as Irelands’ leading university for sport and exercise science, creating an unparalleled environment for athlete development.
Nurturing the next generation of triathletes and paratriathletes
The NTC is more than just a destination – it’s a development hub where elite, junior and student athletes train side by side learning from Ireland’s top coaches and each other.
In its first year the centre has supported:
- Triathlon Ireland’s Performance Team and Sport Ireland carded athletes
- A new generation of Junior and U23 athletes rising through the ranks
- Student triathletes balancing education and performance
Partnership with purpose
The collaboration between Triathlon Ireland and the University of Limerick continues to strengthen Ireland’s position as a global competitor in triathlon.
Through this partnership, the NTC has:
- Fostered an academic and athletic pathways for student athletes
- Enabled research collaboration in performance science
- Provided a model for sustainable talent development
The National Triathlon Centre reflects ULs mission to combine education, research and sport in ways that enrich lives and build futures.
Looking Ahead to 2028
The focus now turns to the future of Irish triathlon, preparing athletes for Olympic and Paralympic games cycle and expanding high performance access nationwide.
Ireland’s triathlon community is already looking ahead to the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics and Paralympic Games with athletes and paratriathletes aiming to represent Ireland on the world stage.
FIND OUT MORE
If you would be interested in training and studying at the Limerick University, you are welcome to visit the National Triathlon Centre. Visits can be arranged alongside a University of Limerick Open Day or arranged individually.
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