Guildford's Triathlon Club

Phoenix Triathlon Club is a friendly club based in Guildford, Surrey. We have over 130 members of all abilities from beginners to experienced athletes and offer a fun and varied training programme all year round.

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Races for All Ages & Abilities

The Phoenix Aquathlon Series is made up of multiple races for Tristar age groups (age 8-14), a race for youth/juniors and one for adults (age 15+) on a flat and fast circuit at The Guildford Lido.

The swim takes place in the open air, 50m lido pool and the run is around the traffic-free perimeter of Stoke Park. We welcome entrants of all abilities!

Running shoes at the aquathlon
Athletes at the aquathlon

Race Distances

  • Tristar Start (8 yrs) - 50m swim / 600m run
  • Tristar 1 (9-10yrs) - 150m swim / 1.5km run
  • Tristar 2 (11-12yrs) - 200m swim / 2km run
  • Tristar 3 (13-14yrs) - 300m swim / 3km run
  • Youth/Junior (15-19yrs) - 500m swim / 5km run
  • Adults (20yrs+) - 500m swim / 5km run

Guildford Lido

Guildford Lido is one of the few remaining 1930s outdoor pools set in four acres of beautifully landscaped gardens. Heated to 24°C in summer months, the Olympic-sized pool is a fantastic venue for our aquathlon series.

Adult Swim

The adult swim starts after the kids races with a staggered start so that everyone gets a time. The transition area is at the opposite end of the lido from the kids transition area.

Child Swim

The kids swim starts at one end of the pool with a timer and an assistant. Kids exit straight to a dedicated transition area (no adults permitted) ready to don their trainers and start the run.

Run Routes

Adults: Start from the main lido car park, past student halls, Guildford Bowling Club, through Stoke Park alongside the Parkway to the roundabout, then circling back. Fully marshalled tarmac footpaths.

Children: Exit the lido area near registration, turn right along the Parkway with marshals at each turnaround point.

Incredible Value for Money

As a full club member, you can attend over 300 coached sessions a year using great facilities at no extra cost. Join us at regular social events and enjoy discounts with club suppliers and partners.

We'll give you all the help, support and motivation you need to achieve your triathlon or multi-sport goals.

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The club organises training sessions throughout the week in all disciplines. All standards are welcome with experienced athletes providing help and advice.

Outdoor training depends on weather and time of year, with the die-hards out in all conditions!

Club member racing

Member Benefits

  • Coached swimming sessions
  • Weekly run sessions
  • Triathlon specific swimming
  • Open water swimming
  • Brick training sessions
  • Weekly social rides
  • Training camps
  • Social events
  • High quality club kit
  • Partner discounts
  • BTA membership discounts
  • Triathlon England insurance

Typical Training Schedule

Sunday

Rest Day

Member-led activities often available

Monday

Strength & Conditioning

Online Session

Tuesday

Running

Track Session

Guildford Spectrum

Wednesday

Swimming

50m Pool

Surrey Sports Park

Thursday

Cycle

Spinning

Guildford Spectrum

Friday

Swimming

25m Pool

Guildford Spectrum

Saturday

Club Ride

Social Cycle

Snooty Fox Café

Our Coaches

  • Annette Davies

    Annette Davies

  • Darren Card

    Darren Card

  • Gavin Milroy

    Gavin Milroy

  • Julian Ladd

    Julian Ladd

  • Lucy Hurn

    Lucy Hurn

Committee

  • Chrissie McCreath
    Chair

    Chrissie McCreath

  • Nicky Brenner
    Secretary

    Nicky Brenner

  • Gavin Milroy
    Head Coach

    Gavin Milroy

  • Simon Fraser
    Treasurer

    Simon Fraser

  • Kevin McDonald
    Aquathlon Organiser

    Kevin McDonald

  • Annette Davies
    Membership Secretary

    Annette Davies

  • Josh Barrow
    Social Secretary

    Josh Barrow

  • Bronwen Moss
    Welfare Officer

    Bronwen Moss

  • Harry Lewis
    Marketing Officer

    Harry Lewis

  • Jenny Condick
    Kit Officer

    Jenny Condick

  • Matt Slaney
    Website

    Matt Slaney

Contact Us


General Enquiries

info@phoenixtri.co.uk

Aquathlon Series

aquathlon@phoenixtri.co.uk