About Us

 Who is Triathlon Ireland?

Triathlon Ireland (TI) is the national governing body for the sport of Triathlon, Duathlon and Aquathlon in Ireland, affiliated to the International Triathlon Union (ITU) and the European Triathlon Union(ETU). Our primary responsibility is the development promotion and safeguarding of the sport of triathlon in Ireland. We do this, in collaboration with our network of strong affiliated clubs, through the sanctioning of triathlon related events throughout Ireland; and through developing systems and structures for athletes of all levels from Novice to Elite to participate in the sport.

In order to achieve this, TI has a non-executive board who employ a Chief Executive Officer, who in turn manages a team of professional staff (listed below). Beyond this, like many sports, the achievements of the sport are due in no small way to a large number of dedicated volunteer officials, administrators, and coaches.

 Triathlon Ireland Office Staff

Members of the TI Board

Regional Board Representatives

ULSTER REGION: Gary Swenarton

LEINSTER REGION: Tania Finn

MUNSTER REGION: Eidin Christie

CONNAUGHT REGION: Tony Daley

History of the sport in Ireland

When/how the Sport came to Ireland?

The first Triathlon in Ireland was held in Skerries in 1983. The race organiser, Maurice Mullins was also a past president of Triathlon Ireland in the late 80's. The 1983 race was won by Ciaran 'Ben' Brady, an accomplished runner who was offered a scholarship to the University of Wyoming in America later that year.  

The first full distance or Ironman Triathlon was held in Skerries on the 3rd of August 1987. 11 participants took part with 10 completing the course. The race was organised by Maurice Mullins and won by Paul Emmett in a time of 11hrs 57mins and 15secs.

When the NGB was founded?

The Irish Triathlon Association was founded in 1984

When were the first National Championships held?

Greystones Co. Wicklow 1983

Past Presidents of TI/ITA

• 2010 Mark Riseley
• 2009 Jag Gunawardana
• 2008 Jag Gunawardana
• 2007 Jag Gunawardana
• 2006 Hugh McAtamney/Jag Gunawardana
• 2005 Hugh McAtamney
• 2004 Hugh McAtamney
• 2003 Hugh McAtamney
• 2002 Hugh McAtamney
• 2001 Ron McKnight