In preparation for the addition of Paratriathlon to the 2016 Rio Paralympic Games, Triathlon NSW will host the only dedicated Paratriathlon event in Australia; The Australian Paratriathlon Championships 10-12th January 2014 at the Sydney International Regatta Centre, Penrith
This exciting event in the Triathlon Australia calendar will be held in conjunction with the Oceania Paratriathlon Championships. This is a perfect opportunity for new and existing athletes with a physical disability to participate in a fast growing sport that offers something for every level; with the potential to represent your country in future years
For those competing in the Australian and Oceania Champs, the course will be set at the same distance used at the ITU World Paratriathlon Championships being a 750m Swim, 20km Cycle and 5km Run. The event will give athletes with a disability in Australia the opportunity to race on a course and at a venue that is designed to enable all classes of athletes to compete in a safe and protected environment.
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Footage from the inaugural 2012 Australian Paratriathlon Championships