Race Rules
- Diving, tumble turns or back stroke are not permitted any time during your swim.
- An approved safety standard cycle helmet must be worn (no helmet no race).
- Cycles must be in a road worthy condition and may be checked prior to the start.
- Competitors agree to ride their cycle in a responsible manner and obey the Highway Code, please consider other road users and above all RIDE SAFELY. Irresponsible cycling will constitute an immediate disqualification and possible prosecution from the police.
- Competitors are responsible for navigating the courses correctly & safely.
- Personal music systems are not permitted at anytime during our events for your safety.
- The organisers reserve the right to alter the format of an event without prior notice should the need arise.
- Competitors are responsible for safe guarding all clothing and equipment at the event.
- Results will be available Monday/Tuesday following the event on the official website.
- UK Triathlon abide by British Triathlon rules unless otherwise stated.
- To view British Triathlon Rules click here
Minimum age for events.
- Ultimate & Ultimate Half - 18 years old on race day.
- All Olympic distance events - 17 years old on race day
- Sprint, Super Sprint & Fun distance events - 16 years old on race day.
- Sprint, Super Sprint & Fun distance events at Birmingham & South Coast - 14 years on race day
As a competing athlete for a UK Triathlon event you will:
- Treat all competitors and the general public with dignity and respect, everyone must be respected as an equal
- Not discriminate against an individual or group on any grounds, including age, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, disability, race, occupation religion or political persuasion
- Challenge discrimination in whatever form it takes
- Recognise that bullying, harassment, and physical violence will not be tolerated
- You should always display courtesy, good behaviour as well as good manners towards others at all times
- Avoid swearing, abusive language, and irresponsible behaviour, this includes behaviour to yourself and/or others
- Avoid destructive behaviour by leaving the event as you would find it
- When leaving the event, please make sure you have not left any rubbish behind, please make sure you place any rubbish in bins provided by the organisers
- Report any poor behaviour by others
- Always adhere to the rules set down by the organiser and the governing body
- Adhere to British Triathlon competition rules and British Triathlon code of Ethics
- Always cooperate with the technical officials, failure to do so could result in a disqualification
- If any inappropriate behaviour were to take place during a UK Triathlon event, it will result in instant disqualification from the event as well as being reported to the governing body (British Triathlon Federation, UK Athletics).