Program Details

Cronulla Triathlon Club Juniors

Cronulla Triathlon Club has one of the strongest and most supportive Junior programs in NSW, catering for athletes from 5 years old right through to Youth and Junior competitors.

Our program is designed to be fun, inclusive and rewarding – building confidence and friendships while developing triathlon skills. With expert coaches, loan equipment options, and clear pathways into higher-level competition, every junior has the chance to reach their potential.

For more information about our Junior Program, contact juniors@cronullatriclub.com.au.

Highlights from 2024/2025 Season

65 registered Juniors with ~60 consistently active athletes.

Club Champions – Cronulla Juniors crowned 2025 Club Champions for the second year in a row, with 16 juniors competing.

All Schools Triathlon Championships:

Kyle Mason – 1st Place Senior Boys (CHAMPION)

Petra Fransen – 2nd Place Intermediate Girls

Lachie Targett – 1st Place Junior Boys

Phoenix Rostron – 3rd Place Junior Boys

Sophie Fransen – 6th Place Junior Girls

Congratulations to all our athletes who represented the club with pride! Triathlon memberships run from 1 July to 30 June annually. Find out how to become a Cronulla Tri Club member on our Membership page.

Training Program (Weekly Sessions)

Our Juniors train across swim, bike, run, and transitions under accredited coaches.

Monday Bike – Ages 5–11 & 12+ | 5:30–6:30pm | Sutherland Cycle Track

Wednesday Swim/Run – All ages | 6:30–7:30pm | Cronulla Triathlon Clubhouse

Saturday Ocean Swim – Youth A, B & Juniors (proficiency required) | 7:30am South Cronulla/Kurnell/Gunnamatta

Additional race opportunities are shared on the Juniors Facebook page. See the full club race calendar here: Cronulla Triathlon Events

Equipment & Support

We understand triathlon can be an expensive sport, so the club provides:

● Loan tri suits – $25 for the season

● Loan road bikes – $100 for the season (limited availability)

● Membership includes a club t-shirt and swim cap

Athlete Pathways

Cronulla Tri Club is proud to have Juniors selected for the NSW Development & Pathway Programs, providing opportunities to progress towards national and international competition.

2025 Squad Athletes:

NSWT Development Squad – Ryder O’Gradey, Austin Crump, Petra Fransen, Kyle Mason

ROSTA – Lachie Targett, Harry Beukes, Darcy Kelly, Mikayla Reay, Phoenix Rostron, Cate McCulloch

These athletes competed in key pathway events including the Billigence Series, Australian Junior Championships, World Triathlon Junior/U23 races, and tactical development camps.

Active Kids Vouchers – Save up to $100 per child

Cronulla Triathlon Club is a registered Active Kids provider under the NSW Government program, which supports families to keep kids active and involved in sport.

Families can claim two $50 vouchers per child, per year via Service NSW.

Vouchers can be applied directly to your child’s Junior Membership Package, which includes:

● Junior CTC Membership (with insurance & training access)

● Club membership pack (t-shirt & swim cap)

● Entry into FIVE club races (aquathlons, duathlons, triathlons – excluding Richie Walker Aquathlon)

This means you save up to $100 per child each year on club fees, making triathlon more accessible for all families. Apply for your Active Kids Voucher with Service NSW.

Junior Points Series

All juniors earn points at club races (including Richie Walker Aquathlon & Club Championships). Points contribute to end-of-season medals and trophies.

1st Place = 4 points

2nd Place = 3 points

3rd Place = 2 points

Participation = 1 point.

Get Involved

Contact: juniors@cronullatriclub.com.au

Join the Cronulla Juniors Facebook Group for training updates & community support

Ready to join? See our Membership page.