Triathlon

From beginners

to Olympic champions

Our triathlon club is an integral part of the Leeds Triathlon Centre - along with British Triathlon and University of Leeds - providing professional athletes and students the opportunity to train in world class environments side by side.

LBU Triathlon team member Toby Osman

Our Ethos

The pursuit of excellence

We are a highly successful club, offering fantastic opportunities to train and race throughout the year as well as outstanding support from a world leading setup and exceptional coaching.

By joining the club you can experience one of the most successful triathlon centres in the world, get trained by world class coaches and receive the best opportunities to help you grow as an athlete. The centre offers a unique opportunity for you to train alongside professional athletes, as well as other high quality student athletes. You will also have the chance to race a number of events for the university in BUCS Championships regardless of your level of ability.

Carnegie Sports Arena on Headingley Campus
Alex Yee running

Did you know?

We have had plenty of professional triathletes study and compete for Leeds Beckett University, including:

  • Alumni:
    • Alistair Brownlee - Double Olympic Gold medallist
    • Georgia Taylor-Brown - Former Junior European and Junior Duathlon World Champion
    • Alex Yee - Olympic Silver medallist
  • Current Students:
    • Sian Rainsley - multi U23 Triathlon European Competitions winner

What equipment will I need?

To join our performance, development or BUCS squads, you should have all the fundamental triathlon kit including a bike.  Members of the non-competitive open access squad can borrow/rent bikes for specific sessions.

Everything you need to know

Training takes place at Leeds Becket Headingley Campus and the University of Leeds’ Brownlee Centre and The Edge. Training programmes are specific to each training group and will be provided by the coach.

We have been supporting students to reach their potential through the scheme since 2002. Famous alumni that have benefitted from the scheme include Lucy Bronze, Alistair Brownlee, Alex Yee, Emily Scarratt, Vicky Fleetwood, Laura Weightman and Tom Bosworth.

Leeds Beckett awards a number of sports scholarships to high performing athletes each year who are committed to upholding the values of the university and willing to represent Leeds Beckett in BUCS events. Scholarships are also awarded to those who demonstrate the ability to progress and achieve high levels of success in their chosen sports.

Criteria

As a triathlete you may be eligible for a scholarship if you meet the following criteria:

  • Standard: Proven record of winning individual BUCS medals in either Duathlon, Sprint Triathlon and/or Olympic distance triathlon in the previous 2 years.
  • Alternatively having placed in top 10 at World U-23 championships or Top 5 at European U-23 championships.

Please note Triathlon scholarships are awarded on the recommendation of British Triathlon, Leeds Triathlon Centre and Leeds Beckett, for more information contact Mick Hill (M.Hill@leedsbeckett.ac.uk)

Contact the club using the below details to discuss training and competition opportunities.

Athletic Union Kit

Our 'Clean Sport' commitment

All sporting participants have the right to compete in drug-free sport (Clean Sport). Leeds Beckett University adopts the UK Anti-Doping and World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) position that cheating, including doping, is fundamentally contrary to the spirit of sport, undermining the otherwise positive impact it can have on society.
Male and female student in sports wear conduct practical examination on their student patient

Sports treatment centre

Leeds Beckett University has a free Injury Clinic at our Headingley Campus - giving students the experience they need for massage and injury treatment under supervision from qualified staff (only available during term times.)

  • Located at The Trackside Pavilion (Upstairs), Headingley Campus
  • Free treatment clinic when you have a sports membership
  • Injury treatment
  • Sports massage

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Be part of the winning team

Whether you're an elite athlete or just looking to get active or have some fun, we have something for everyone.

Our Athletic Union has 38 sports clubs, and over 80 teams - regardless of your sports interest, the Athletic Union is here to help you have the best student sport experience during your time at Leeds Beckett. We also have affordable gym memberships available, packed with fitness and other great activities you can get involved with.

An empty athletics track displaying the numbers on each lane
Male using gym facilities for a work out

Get in touch with the Carnegie sport team