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Sprint Triathlons
Sprint Triathlons are multisport events, consisting of a 750m swim, a 20k bike, and a 5k run. All of the sections are exactly half the distance of an Olympic distance, or Standard, triathlon. They are hugely popular events, either for beginners who are wanting to build experience in triathlons, or for regular triathletes who are wanting to keep match-fit and to aim for a speedy new PB. Aiming for finishing a sprint triathlon in under 90 minutes is a good place to start. These events are often part of bigger triathlon festivals, where other distances might be on offer, including Super-Sprint and Olympic options. This means that family members and friends can all take part in a weekend, whatever their standard or experience. Some Sprint triathlons take place in cities, and have indoor pool swims. Others require open-water swimming, and the bike and run sections take you out into the countryside.
Sunday, 16 Jul 2023
Dorney Lake Triathlon - July
Windsor, Buckinghamshire
sprint, olympic
Sunday, 23 Jul 2023
Compton Verney Sprint Triathlon
Compton Verney, Warwickshire
sprint
Wednesday, 2 Aug 2023
RunThrough Dorney Lake Evening Triathlon - August
Dorney, Buckinghamshire
sprint, super sprint
(1 reviews)
Saturday, 5 Aug 2023
Salty Sea Dog Triathlon – August
Bournemouth, Dorset
sprint, super sprint
(43 reviews)
Sunday, 6 Aug 2023
Erewash Triathlon 2023
Long Eaton, Derbyshire
sprint, super sprint
(7 reviews)
Wednesday, 9 Aug 2023
Cromhall Evening Tri Series - August
Cromhall, South Gloucestershire
sprint
(25 reviews)
Sunday, 20 Aug 2023
York Triathlon
York, York
sprint, super sprint
(10 reviews)
Sunday, 27 Aug 2023
Dorney Lake Triathlon - August
Windsor, Buckinghamshire
sprint, olympic, super sprint
Saturday, 2 Sept 2023
Outlaw Sprint - Thoresby Park 2023
Newark, Nottinghamshire
10k, sprint
Sunday, 3 Sept 2023
Lochore Off-Road Triathlon Festival
Crosshill, Fife
sprint, super sprint
Sunday, 10 Sept 2023
Brighton & Hove Triathlon
Hove, Brighton and Hove
super sprint, sprint
(2 reviews)
Wednesday, 13 Sept 2023
Cromhall Evening Tri Series - September
Cromhall, South Gloucestershire
sprint, super sprint
(9 reviews)
Sunday, 17 Sept 2023
Sandbanks Sprint Triathlon - September
Poole, Dorset
sprint
(1 reviews)
Sunday, 17 Sept 2023
Newport Sprint & Olympic Triathlon
Newport, Newport
sprint, olympic, super sprint
(22 reviews)
Sunday, 17 Sept 2023
Exmouth Openwater Sprint Triathlon
Exmouth, Devon
sprint, olympic
(15 reviews)
Saturday, 23 Sept 2023
Salcombe Sprint Triathlon
Salcombe, Devon
sprint
(4 reviews)
Sunday, 24 Sept 2023
Eton Dorney Triathlons - September
Dorney, Buckinghamshire
super sprint, sprint, olympic
(93 reviews)
Sunday, 24 Sept 2023
Dawlish Triathlon
Dawlish Warren, Devon
sprint, super sprint
(10 reviews)
Sunday, 8 Oct 2023
The Last Tri
Lydney, Gloucestershire
sprint, olympic
(22 reviews)
Sunday, 28 Apr 2024
The First Tri
Lydney, Gloucestershire
sprint, olympic
(60 reviews)
Saturday, 3 Jun 2023
Blenheim Palace Triathlon 2023
Woodstock, Oxfordshire
sprint, super sprint
(49 reviews)
Saturday, 3 Jun 2023
Triathlon @Ellesmere
Ellesmere, Shropshire
olympic, sprint
(3 reviews)
Saturday, 10 Jun 2023
Slateman Triathlon & Duathlon 2023
Llanberis, Gwynedd
olympic, sprint, half ironman, super sprint, short (0–2km), medium (2–5km)
(4 reviews)
Saturday, 10 Jun 2023
Adventure Championships Triathlon & Duathlon
Wales
sprint, super sprint
About Sprint Triathlons in the UK
The Sprint Triathlon consists of a 750m swim, 20k cycle and 5k run, making it the second shortest standard triathlon distance. It’s a great event for newbies to get to grips with the discipline and for the experienced to kickstart a season, making it one of the most popular triathlon categories in the UK. These shorter events can sometimes include indoor sections, especially for the swim, which means they can take place all year round.
It’s a good idea to be aware of the specific rules regarding equipment for any triathlon you enter. Depending on the conditions, different equipment can become mandatory for a race. We’ve put together a list of the essential items for any triathlon on our blog to help you get started.
What are the best Sprint Triathlons?
The Blenheim Palace Triathlon weekend is a great example of an event that focuses on the Sprint and Super-Sprint formats (in a truly stunning setting). In keeping with the regal settings, the Royal Windsor Triathlon offers both an Olympic distance and Sprint that is very well reviewed by our users.
Finally, the Deva Divas Sprint Triathlon has won much praise for its great atmosphere and route, but unlucky for the boys, as it’s women only.
What is the average time to complete a sprint triathlon?
For an amateur, especially if it’s your first time, anything under an hour and a half can be considered a good time. More experienced athletes might try to push for one hour and fifteen minutes or under. The top professionals expect to win races by coming in under the one hour mark.
How long should I train for a sprint triathlon?
Starting from scratch, but with a decent base fitness level, we’d recommend that you consider following our eight week training plan. This will help you to be as competitive as you’d like come race day. After you’ve completed a couple of these events, you might want to consider testing yourself with an Olympic Triathlon.
