Training & Coaches

Weekly Club Training Sessions

Mackay Triathlon Club offers a range of structured training opportunities to help you stay active, improve your skills, and connect with our supportive community. All sessions are free for current MTC members.

🏊 Swim Squad – Mondays

Time: 5:30 PM at Superkids Aquatic on Paradise Street
Start your week strong with a coached swim session focused on technique, endurance, and confidence in the water.

🏃 Run Squad – Tuesdays & Thursdays

Time: 5:30 PM
Whether you’re building speed or just love running with others, our run squads are perfect for runners of all levels. Sessions include intervals, technique, and endurance work.

☀️ BMA R2R– 100km GRAND FONDO TRAINING PROGRAM – JUNE 14TH – SEPT 7th

We are also launching our Saturday ride to 100km program targeting the BMA R2R 100km Grand Fondo

Our 1st ride starts at 55km on JUNE 14th

Every 3 weeks we will increase our distance, this is a NO DROP ride and as long as you can ride at 20km per hour we welcome you to join us.

If this pace is a bit fast for you, please contact us, there may be others as well and we will do our best to hook you up with a riding buddy!

Remember, group riding is much easier than going solo, you CAN ride faster in a group thanks to that awesome phenomena called drafting (saving approx 30% effort)

Depending on numbers and abilities, we will have 2 pace groups to accommodate everyone. So get that Mate on a bike and accept this awesome bucket list challenge!

for more info on this program, please get in touch face to face at other training sessions or email us at .

☀️ Sunday Sessions – Our Signature Social Training

Sunday is the heart of our club week—a friendly, flexible training morning designed for all ages and abilities.

Whether you’re brand new to the sport or a long-time triathlete, our Sunday sessions are the perfect way to train, meet others, and build confidence.

We remain at Eimeo until June, then we move to Mackay Harbour to focus on the Mackay Triathlon Festival from July

🏃‍♀️🚴‍♂️🏊 What to Expect:

Our sessions rotate depending on the season and upcoming events, but typically include a mix of:

• Group Rides – Various pace groups, beginner-friendly, no one gets left behind. A great starting point if you’re new to bunch riding or cycling in general.

• Brick Sessions – Practice those all-important transitions with back-to-back bike and run workouts, simulating real race conditions.

• Run Sessions – From easy social jogs to interval work and technique drills.

• Swim Sessions (Seasonal) – When conditions allow, we include open water swim training with focus on safety, sighting and confidence in ocean swimming.

• Transition Practice – Learn the tricks to fast, efficient transitions—essential for racing, fun for training!

💬 First Timer?

No worries! These sessions are relaxed, supportive, and welcoming. Our coaches are experienced triathletes themselves and are always on hand to guide you through and help you get comfortable.

📍 Where & When?

Sessions usually begin early Sunday mornings.
Exact location, session focus, and start time are updated every Sunday on our Facebook page. Make sure to check in weekly for the most up-to-date details.

👫 Want to Ride With Us?

If you’re new to group riding, we recommend joining a few Sunday rides first to get used to the flow. Once you’re confident, you’ll be welcome to join our regular mid-week and Saturday group rides and longer sessions.

📍 Weekly Training Locations

Training locations may vary. Updated weekly on our Facebook page. Check in every Sunday for the coming week’s training plan and locations.

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Why Train with MTC?

• Sessions led by accredited Triathlon Australia coaches

• Structured, safe, and inclusive training environment

• Opportunities for social connection and skill development

• Open to all fitness and experience levels

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Joining a squad is a great way to stay motivated, improve performance, and enjoy the benefits of training with others. Whether you’re training for your first triathlon or chasing a new PB—we’re here to support you every step (pedal and stroke!) of the way.

Club Sponsors

Corry Cycles – Shop Rides
FJM Massage and Fitness –  Group Swim Sessions 
On the Run Mackay – Group Run Sessions
Muscle Garden – Strength Training Face Book –  Web Site