Athlete Guides

The BTC Triathlon Series is a sprint triathlon series held on a scenic course at Middle Head in Mosman. The swim takes place in the sheltered waters of Obelisk Beach, before the cycle takes in multiple laps of Chowder Bay Road, and finally the run takes place in the historical barracks and beautiful bushland of Middle Head Reserve.

The BTC Triathlon Series races are great introductory triathlons for beginners and a fun hit out for experience triathletes on a traffic free course.  To enter, visit our events page. Our triathlon races are open to everyone!

COURSE OVERVIEW:

• 400m swim – 1 lap course starting and finishing at Obelisk Beach

• 15km bike - 5 laps of Chowder Bay Road

• 4km run - 2 lap course on Middle Head Road and Middle Head Reserve bush tracks

PRICES & ENTRY:

• $55.00 per race for BTC and Warringah Tri Club members

• $65.00 per race for TA non BTC members

• $70.00 for non BTC or TA members

To enter, visit our events page

CANCELLATION POLICY:

Transfer to another BTC race, in the same season, is available up to 7 days before the event. In the event of a race postponement then your entry will be transferred to another BTC race in the same season, as available. In the event of a cancellation then a full refund will be given. In the event of a course change, no refunds or transfers will be given.

RACE INFORMATION & RULES:

Race schedule, course maps and descriptions, and rules can be found in the BTC Triathlon Race Manual. Ensure you read the race manual before attending BTC races. If you have any questions, please contact us.

VOLUNTEER:

To volunteer at BTC races, visit our volunteers page.

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Balmoral Triathlon Club (BTC) Women’s Triathlon is open to all female participants aged 15 years or over.

Our Womens’ Triathlon is all about a fun, supportive environment: Finish Lines not Finish Times. It is a fabulous opportunity for first timers and a fun hit out for experienced triathletes on a traffic free course.  

COURSE OVERVIEW:

• 200m swim – 1 lap course starting and finishing at Obelisk Beach

• 9km bike - 3 laps of Chowder Bay Road

• 2km run - 1 lap course on Middle Head Road and Middle Head Reserve bush tracks

COmplimentary training and familiarisation

BTC is running four sessions leading up to the event and you are very welcome to come along.

• Thurs 7th March 6.30-7.30pm; Rawson Oval, Mosman; Run, core, stretch; Run session with female coach.

• Sat 9th March 1-2pm; Chowder Bay Road, Mosman; Bike familiarisation, basic skills and transition clinic.

• Sat 9th March 2-3pm; Balmoral Beach; Open water swim with female coach.

• Sat 16th March 12:30-1:30pm; Chowder Bay Road, Mosman; Course familiarisation; Course walk through and event rules .

Northern Suburbs Triathlon Club are also running sessions to get you ready for our triathlon. You are also very welcome to these too! If you would like to find out more and attend these training session, please register HERE

• Sun 28 Jan: 08.30-10.30; Bike skills; St Ives Showground

• Sun 28 Jan: 12.30-13.30; Swim skills; Terrey Hills Swim Centre

• Wed 31 Jan: 18.30-19.30; Running; St Ives Showground

• Sun 4 Feb: 08.30-10.30; Bike skills; Kuringgai Wildflower Garden

• Sun 4 Feb: 12.30-13.30; Swim skills; Terrey Hills Swim Centre

• Wed 7 Feb: 18.30-19.30; Running; St Ives Showground

• Sun 11 Feb: 08.30-10.30; Bike skills; Kuringgai Wildflower Garden

• Sun 11 Feb: 12.30-13.30; Swim skills; Terrey Hills Swim Centre

• Wed 14 Feb: 1830-1930; Running; St Ives Showground

• Sun 18 Feb: 08.30-10.30; Bike skills; St Ives Showground

• Sun 18 Feb: 12.30-13.30; Swim skills; Terrey Hills Swim Centre

• Wed 21 Feb: 18.30-19.30; Running; St Ives Showground

CANCELLATION POLICY:

Transfer to another BTC race, in the same season, is available up to 7 days before the event. In the event of a race postponement then your entry will be transferred to another BTC race in the same season, as available. In the event of a cancellation then a full refund will be given. In the event of a course change, no refunds or transfers will be given.

VOLUNTEER:

To volunteer at please visit our volunteers page.

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BTC swim time trials are held three times during the triathlon season at beautiful Balmoral Beach.

Come along and test yourself in this fun, friendly event, earn yourself some points toward the prestigious BTC Age Group Competition, and stick around for drinks and nibbles afterwards.

COURSE OVERVIEW:

• 1km swim – 2 laps around the yellow cans at the Southern end of Balmoral Beach

All participants MUST attend the pre-race briefing held at the BTC Clubhouse prior to the swim TT.

DATES:

• For swim time trial dates, visit our club events page.

PRICES & ENTRY:

• $6.00

• No prior entry required. Register on the day at the BTC Clubhouse 2.30pm onward

• Any TA member, who isn't part of BTC, can take part in the Time Trial for $10

Ensure you are at the Spit West Reserve, The Spit, Mosman by 6:40. The BTC tent will be onsite. This will give you time to warm up, and for any people new to parkrun to attend the first-timers’ briefing at 6:50am. Here’s the course and the run starts at 7am.

Please note that parkrun itself is not a race and to be courteous and respectful to all the participants and other park users.

If you would like to volunteer and help out then please let us know and we will coordinate with parkrun. Volunteering would also count toward the AG competition.

BTC run time trials are held three times during the triathlon season at Rawson Park Oval, and are 5km in length.

Come along and test yourself in this fun, friendly event, and earn points toward the prestigious BTC Age Group Competition.

COURSE OVERVIEW:

• 5km run – 13 laps around Rawson Park Oval

All participants MUST attend the pre-race briefing held at Rawson Park Oval prior to the run TT.

DATES:

• For run time trial dates, visit our club events page.

PRICES & ENTRY:

• $6.00

• No prior entry required. Register on the day at Rawson Park Oval 6.00pm onward

• Any TA member, who isn't part of BTC, can take part in the Time Trial for $10

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BTC will stage the Embassy Cycling Time Trial in the 2023/24 season at Sydney Motorsport Park and take part in the Time Trials organised at West Head by Warringah Triathlon Club.

Come along and test yourself in these fun, friendly events, earn yourself some points toward the prestigious BTC Age Group Competition.

Course Overview:

The Embassy Cycling Time Trial at Sydney Motorsport will be over 25km, 9 laps of the Druitt Circuit. All participants must be a TA member, or purchase a TA day pass.

Warringah Triathlon Club TT’s

More information about these events can be found HERE

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