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ABOUT
CHI TRI

TO TRAIN
TO RACE

TOGETHER

Welcome to Chichester Triathlon Club

Formed in 2009 Chichester Triathlon Club (CTC) or ‘Chi Tri’ is one of the country’s biggest Triathlon Clubs including over 200 members of all age categories within our adult, youth and junior groups.

From beginners to Great Britain amateur qualifiers, Chi Tri prides itself on facilitating training for everyone within a tolerant and inclusive community under the guidance of some of the very best British Triathlon Federation (BTF) accredited coaches in the country.

Mission Statement

Club mission: 

  1. Increase participation in triathlon in our community for all ages and abilities. 
  1. Improve triathlon performance for all club members at whatever level. 
  1. To provide an inclusive, welcoming club that meets the needs of its members. 

Objectives to deliver mission statement 1 (participation): 

  • We will work in partnership with the Everyone Active Leisure Centre, local schools, and single sport clubs to promote multi-sport participation. 
  • We will promote CTC to the local community through a range of media. 
  • We will support and promote local triathlon, duathlon and aquathlon events in the Chichester area. 
  • We will develop a ‘youth’ element to the club to ease transition from juniors to adults. 

Objectives to deliver mission statement 2 (performance): 

  • We will provide regular, qualified coaching in all three disciplines for members of all abilities and experiences. 
  • We will support performance pathways from juniors through to adults. 
  • We will support the provision of masterclasses at regular intervals throughout the season, including sport science and nutrition. 
  • We will work in partnership with the Everyone Active Leisure Centre and other partners to enable club members to access a full package of performance support. 

Objectives to deliver mission statement 3 (club environment): 

  • We will ensure that club membership fees reflect our mission to be inclusive and affordable for all. 
  • All materials and events will promote CTC as a welcoming and friendly club. 
  • All members’ behaviours will promote CTC as a welcoming and friendly club. 
  • We will sustain a strong junior section that promotes a family-friendly environment. 
  • We will provide free coaching. 
  • All new members will have a mentor for their first 3 months. 

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Training

Our weekly adult coached SwimBike / Run sessions are carefully adapted to suit all abilities, be they newbies, developers or seasoned competitors. Sessions are challenging and fun with a mental and physical health ‘fix’ for everyone.

Youths & Juniors

The Juniors & Youths club is focused on fun and well being, with kids enjoying the social, mental and health benefits of training together. For those that would like to compete, our team mantra is that athletes race happy with integrity and good sportsmanship. Our BTF qualified coaches have Safeguarding at the heart of each session, trained to provide age-appropriate training that is both fun and challenging.

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Leadership

Chi Tri has a passionate and committed leadership team, supporting our team of fantastic coaches . Please get in touch if you would like to find out more about becoming a coach and/or committee member.

Membership benefits

There are lots of membership benefits  including (free) training, discounts, kit deals, events, races and championship competitions to name a few…..

No matter your age, ability or goals Chi Tri will support your development, helping members achieve what (at first) may seem impossible. We shall introduce you to a friendly community, who will quickly become your support crew and training buddies, encouraging you to set new challenges and feel good about yourself in a positive inclusive environment To Train. To Race. Together.


 

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Chichester Triathlon Club
To train. To race. Together.

We look forward to meeting you.


 

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