Development

Developing Triathlon for the Future

World Triathlon is committed to supporting the development of the sport worldwide.

World Triathlon seeks to support these goals through solid relationships with Continental Confederation and National Federation members, working with its partners to offer a balanced sport development programme from grassroots to a high-performance level. World Triathlon has several established sport development initiatives that address the needs of young and elite athletes alike, focusing on those from emerging and developing federations.

These initiatives from the foundations upon which National Federations, particularly developing and emerging federations, can build an effective athlete development pathway - a vital element of any long-term performance sports strategy Such a pathway is so essential as federations, athletes, and their coaches strive for sustained competitive excellence at all levels of the sport.

World Triathlon has several established sport development initiatives that address the needs of young and elite athletes alike, focusing on those from emerging and developing federations.
World Triathlon has several established sport development initiatives that address the needs of young and elite athletes alike, focusing on those from emerging and developing federations.
World Triathlon has several established sport development initiatives that address the needs of young and elite athletes alike, focusing on those from emerging and developing federations.
World Triathlon has several established sport development initiatives that address the needs of young and elite athletes alike, focusing on those from emerging and developing federations.

World Triathlon Development Programmes

Coach Development

The World Triathlon is committed to supporting the development of Triathlon worldwide, and actively pursues this approach in several development initiatives.

Technical Official Development

World Triathlon has a number of sport development educational programs in place that are designed to facilitate all levels from grassroots to Olympic Games level.

Athlete Development

The World Triathlon Development programme strives to ensure that athletes receive a consistently positive experience in the sport by recognizing and supporting global coach education, mentoringa nd athlete development programmes.

National Federation Development

The World Triathlon National Federation Survey is being carried out every year to provide a better understanding of affiliated members.

Other Development Programmes

Sport Activators

These individuals are dedicated to bring the sport to their local communities and to lay down the foundations of future events, groups of Triathlon enthusiasts and clubs.

Leadership Mentoring

Each continent has its own Continental Mentor Lead (CML) appointed by the respective Continental Confederation. The CMLs are going to oversee the administration of the Confederation’s participation in the World Triathlon Mentoring Programme.

“In countries around the world, sport, recreation and play are improving health; both body and mind. They are teaching important life lessons about respect, leadership and cooperation. They are promoting equality for all and bridging divides between people.”
Sport, Recreation and Play’UNICEF 2004

Education Hub

This resource hub holds education and learning materials for individuals and member National Federations enrolled onto official World Triathlon education programmes.

Educational resources, courses, and other opportunities for Triathletes

Education and resources for Triathlon coaches at all stages of the World Triathlon coaching pathway.

E-seminars, revalidation courses, and other self enrolment education modules for Technical Officials

Complete the required Anti-Doping Education courses for World Triathlon athletes and coaches

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Meet Team World Triathlon

The primary objective the Team World Triathlon project is to provide support, resources, and expertise to athletes from emerging/developing National Federations (NF Group* 2, 3B, 3A) with the potential to compete at the World Triathlon Cup level and qualify for the Paris Olympic Games. World Triathlon Development also looks after young talents, facilitating their athlete career from junior to elite, aiming at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games and beyond.

The project also aims to increase the number of coaches from emerging/developing National Federations (NF Group* 2, 3B, 3A), gaining experience in preparing and supporting athletes competing at a World Cup level.

Upcoming Development Calendar

9 - 13 Dec, 24

Fujairah, United Arab Emirates

2024 Fujairah World Triathlon Coaches Level 1 Course

Coaching, Level 1 Triathlon Coach

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