Student Triathlon

Student Events

To reflect the needs of students and the academic year, student clubs host a number of events geared up specifically for students.  These events are for students by students and cater for both the beginner and experienced triathlete.

Autumn Races

University of St Andrews Triathlon Club host a duathlon in September / October.

Dundee University host an aquathlon in October.

Aberdeen University Triathlon Club host an aquathlon in October / November.

Spring Races

University of St Andrews Triathlon Club host a triathlon in March / April.

Glasgow University Triathlon Club host an aquathlon in March.

For details on each event and entry information, visit the host club’s webpage or our event calendar.

In addition to these student events, you can also enter any race you see on our calendar that takes your fancy.  Simply enter under the name of your student triathlon club, get some training in and go race!

Scottish Student Sport (SSS) Championships

Scottish Student Sport run a student Championship series each year. You can find out more about this year’s events here.

BUCS Triathlon

For those looking to experience competing alongside other students from around the UK, British Universities & Colleges Sport (BUCS) offer duathlon, sprint and standard distance championships.  For more detail on these events, liaise with your institution triathlon club or sports union.

Finally, if you have your sights set on representing your country in triathlon, check out our Age Group racing pages where you can learn about how to gain selection and where the event qualifiers are due to take place.

How can I get involved in Student Triathlon?

The following student clubs are affiliated to Triathlon Scotland:

However, there is triathlon activity taking place at other universities, so if your institution is not listed here, ask at your sports union and keep an eye on sports notice boards.

What if my institution has no triathlon club?

If there is no club at your institution and you want to set one up, get in touch!  We can provide support and guidance to help you get the club up and running! Contact our participation team at clubs@triathlonscotland.org.

You can still take part in student triathlon if there is no club where you study, simply enter races using your institution’s name.  With regards training options for those of you with no local student club, use our Club Finder tool to locate the nearest club to you and join them to take advantage of the coaching sessions they offer.

What do I need to get started?

You may be surprised to know that you don’t need a lot of expensive kit to get started in triathlon.  Basic requirements for a pool based triathlon are:

  • Swimsuit & goggles
  • A roadworthy bike and helmet (no need for a fancy carbon bike and aero helmet, as long as they’re roadworthy they’re good for triathlon!)
  • Shorts, t-shirt & trainers

For more information on your first triathlon, visit our dedicated you first triathlon page here.

What about Membership?

Each student club will have their own membership fees and structure so ask the club or sports union at your place of study for details.

Triathlon Scotland offer junior membership rates for those aged between 17-24 years.  Visit our membership pages for details and how to join.

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Triathlon Scotland is proud to work alongside the following partners and sponsors.

  • British Triathlon
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  • University of Stirling
  • Equality in Sport
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