regional Junior Triathlon Training Hubs and Interclub coaching
Triathlon Ireland’s Junior Training Sessions and Boost Hubs are group training sessions run on a regular basis. They give young athletes the chance to train together in a safe and fun environment.
Boost Hubs are delivered by fully qualified Triathlon Ireland Coaches with the support of Triathlon Ireland Development Officers. Interclubs are delivered by club coaches with the support of Triathlon Ireland.
Discover upcoming courses on the Triathlon Ireland “Course Calendar”
Upcoming Junior Triathlon Hubs
Explore our Junior Triathlon Boost Hubs and Swim, Bike, Run sessions – perfect for young athletes to build confidence, skills, fitness and make new friends!
Training Hub – Focus Duathlon Skills
Type: Run, Bike, Run session
Location: Emo, Co Laois
Date: 28th March 2026
Time: 11am-1pm
Training Hub – Triathlon Skills
Type: Swim, Bike, Run Session
Location: South Lake Leisure Centre, Craigavon
Date: 22nd March 2026
Time: 10am-12pm
Duathlon Skills Session
Type: Run, Bike, Run Session
Location: Nutts Corner, Antrim
Date: 2nd April 2026
Time: 10am-2pm
(Suitable for 13-17 year olds)
Contact: Mary Crosbie via email mary@triathlonireland.com for more information
Book via “Course Calendar” on triathlonireland.com
Course Calendar
Take a look at the Triathlon Ireland Course Calendar for Triathlon Training Sessions, Boost Hubs, Interclubs, New to Triathlon Programmes and Holiday Camps.
A dedicated overview of all Junior activities can be found on our Junior webpage here.
Training Hub Focus Duathlon Skills | Leinster
Training Hub – Focus Duathlon Skills
Type: Run,Bike,Run session
Location: Emo, Co Laois
Date: 28th March 2026
Time: 11am-1pm
Age: 8-17 years
What you will need:
- Triathlon Ireland Membership
- Roadworthy Bike and Helmet
- Runners / Trainers
- Water and small snack
Training Hub - triathlon skills | Ulster
Training Hub – Triathlon Skills
Type: Swim, Bike, Run Session
Location: South Lake Leisure Centre, Craigavon
Date: 22nd March 2026
Time: 10am-12pm
Age: 10-17 years
What you will need:
- Triathlon Ireland Membership
- Roadworthy Bike and Helmet
- Swim wear
- Runners / Trainers
- Water and small snack
Cycling Ireland and Triathlon Ireland Duathlon Skills | Ulster
Duathlon Skills Session
Type: Run, Bike, Run Session
Location: Nutts Corner, Antrim
Date: 2nd April 2026
Time: 10am-2pm
Age: 13-17 years
What you will need:
- Triathlon Ireland Membership
- Roadworthy Bike and Helmet
- Runners / Trainers
- Water and small snack
About TRIATHLON Boost Hubs
Triathlon Ireland’s Regional Boost Training Hubs are open to all levels and have two tiers
- Triathlon Participation
- Triathlon Development
Junior Training Hubs are for you if:
- There is currently no local junior club in your area
- You have done a Tri Heroes schools programme and want to do more
- You are a club member and want to further develop your skills and train with others
- You are thinking about races and want to train to improve
Age
Sessions are for ages 8 – 17 and vary by hub.
Sessions are aimed at both club and non club athletes but you must be a member of Triathlon Ireland to attend.
Equipment, Membership and Minimum Skills Requirements
- You will need Triathlon Ireland Membership (see here) to participate from an insurance perspective.
- For Duathlon Skills Sessions you will need to be able to ride a bike.
- For Duathlon Skills Sessions you will need access to a bicycle which is in good working order and helmet. (If your child does not have a bike or helmet but wishes to attend please let us know.)
- For all sessions you will need Trainers / Running shoes.
- For Triathlon or Aquathlon Sessions you will need to be able to swim comfortably out of your depth – this won’t be a requirement for every session and we will detail in the registration if there will be a swim session.
- For Triathlon or Aquathlon Sessions you will need swimwear, goggles and a swim hat.
Unfortunately our coaches will not be able to give swim lessons for beginners at these sessions.
Steps to sign up
Step 1: Membership
Triathlon Ireland Membership:
Parents/Carers to register young person in advance of session.
Valid Triathlon Ireland Youth / Junior membership must be in place.
Step 2: Course / Hub Booking
Parent/Carer should login to the Triathlon Ireland account and then sign up for each hub through the links on Triathlon Ireland Course Calendar. Filter the calendar for ‘Junior Development’ to view all hubs open for booking or search by location.
There is usually a charge per session – this is detailed in the booking information.
Please note that when registering, the Parent/Carer should register with their contact details (email address and telephone number) but put the attendee’s name.
Get in touch
To find out more about Junior Triathlon Training sessions please get in touch with a member of our Development Team who will be happy to help.
Email: development@triathlonireland.com