Newsletter
Early season 2026 ·
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Good day, triathletes and triathlon supporters.
Welcome to the Bermuda Triathlon Association’s early-season newsletter. Whether you’re lining up on the start line, volunteering, or supporting from the beach and roads, you’re part of what makes our community strong.
Below you’ll find the 2026 local race calendar, news from the new board, World Championships & age group information, highlights from junior and senior racing at home and overseas, and Racing matters — including volunteer calls for the national championship and Thursday super-sprint series.
Local dates as circulated by the BTA (March 2026). Venue and timing may be confirmed closer to each event.
| 2026 date(s) | Event | Distance | Sponsor | Venue | Race timing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Apr | Good Friday Home Event | Sprint | BTA | Harrington Sound / John Smith’s (TBD) | Hand timing |
| 26 Apr | National Olympic Distance Championship (Emma Norman) | Standard | Bermuda Sports Lab | Clearwater | Hand timing · TriSignup |
| 13 Jun | Clarien Iron Kids | Super-sprint | Clarien | Clearwater | BTS |
| 15 Jun | Heroes Day Home Event | Sprint | BTA | Harrington Sound / John Smith’s (TBD) | Hand timing |
| 21 Jun | Liberty Tri — Sprint National Championship | Sprint | Liberty | Hamilton | BTS |
| 29 Jun – 3 Jul | Annual BTA Junior Summer Camp | — | — | Clearwater | — |
| 7 Sep | Labour Day Home Event | Sprint | BTA | Harrington Sound / John Smith’s (TBD) | Hand timing |
| 20 Sep | AON Mixed Team Relay | Super-sprint | AON | Clearwater | BTS |
| 15 Nov | Cambridge Beaches Triathlon | Sprint | Cambridge Beaches | Cambridge Beaches, Dockyard | BTS |
Carifta Triathlon is tentatively scheduled for 23–25 October 2026 in Bermuda. A full press release is expected after the Easter weekend once Youth & Sports gives the all-clear. The Local Organising Committee is already planning; members include Steve Petty, Charlotte Parkinson, Rhiannon Bedford, and Ryan Davidge from the BTA Executive, and Alec Shepherd and Amanda Miehm.
The BTA recently held its AGM. The following directors and executive members were elected or appointed. The new board blends experienced and new faces who are committed to continuing the work of previous boards. Thank you to Steve Petty for his leadership as President (he remains involved as Past President). Thank you also to Ian Pilgrim for his time and expertise over the years — he will be missed. Reach out to any board member with ideas or if you would like to volunteer.
Sprint · BTA · Harrington Sound / John Smith’s Bay (venue TBD). Wind direction may require a move to Harrington Sound School dock — decided on the day.
Entry: $10 adults, $5 under 16. Please bring exact change and arrive early.
Organised by Julia Hawley. If you can help, contact bermudahawleys@gmail.com.
Saturday 26 April 2026 · 8:00am · Clearwater Beach, St David’s. Sponsored by Bermuda Sports Lab. Olympic standard distance: 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run. Individuals and teams.
6:30pm at Clearwater Beach · 300m swim / 8km bike / 2km run.
Starts 4 June, through 27 August (no race during Cup Match).
BTA juniors have been impressive this season. The BTA hopes to secure allocated spots for one male and one female for the Youth Olympic Games in Senegal — we currently have six eligible athletes.
Also see recent action in Clermont:
Congratulations to Nicky Hallet and Becky Donaldson for competing at Ironman 70.3 Dallas, Little Elm on 15 March.
Read full story: Erica Hawley starts season with Ironman in Dallas — The Royal Gazette
Read full story: Tyler Smith targets podium in Namibia — The Royal Gazette
Any athletes interested in the World Championships, please contact Patty Petty.
The official event hub has schedules, qualification information, and more:
2026 World Triathlon Championship Finals — Pontevedra (World Triathlon)
Follow updates at triathlon.org/agegroup.
To add race results, local events, or stories, please email the board (cc all as directed by your group thread) so they can be included in future issues. If you know someone who raced abroad, send a link or short recap.