Regional Academy
The NW Regional Triathlon Academy supports the development of young and talented athletes within the North West of England and prepares them for the British Triathlon Talent squad.
Click here for details of 2012 Academy Trials pdf
Click here for the Regional Academy Guide pdf
The North West region consists of the following areas:
- Cheshire
- Merseyside
- Lancashire
- Greater Manchester
- Cumbria
Anyone living in these areas who can meet the entry requirements for the NW Academy will be invited to join. The academy is there to supply athletes with a pathway to the British Triathlon Talent Programme.
- Identify talent by monitoring results at local events
- Direct talent by establishing links with local swim/cycle/run/triathlon clubs
- Provide support for talent via triathlon club coaches
- Guide athletes towards BTF funded programme selection
- Develop young athletes in a holistic manner to ensure their continuation within the sport of triathlon