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May 21, 2013JD Final Details
Venue: Park Run, Malahide Castle. Date: Saturday 25th May Time: 9:30am (please make sure you register with parkrun before race day - see link below) Venue:… -
May 15, 2013Triathlon Swim Workshop
Our very own Sinead McBreen is running a triathlon swimming specific workshop on Fri & Sat the 24th & 25th of May. Cost is normally €60 but she's very kindly… -
May 13, 2013Transition Tips
Many thanks to John Wallnutt who has documented his tips for transition. I've put the article into a google document so that you can add in your tips for… -
May 08, 2013Piranha Performance team
HI All, I’m recruiting Piranha Performance Team for upcoming triathlon season 2013. Aim of this to create solid team who are committed and focusing in… -
April 26, 2013Update: Piranha Swimming Session Attendance
Update: All Piranha members must use the adult changing area upstairs and NOT the renovated Junior Changing Area which is solely the for use of juniors. The… -
April 08, 2013New Running Coach
Good afternoon all, Some running news from the training committee. We would like to let you all know that starting April 16th Maria McCambridge will be coming… -
March 28, 2013Spinning classes - please tell us your interest
Given the appalling weather of late we thought it might be time to revisit spinning classes and would like to get some expressions of interest from you all. We… -
March 19, 2013Inter-club cycling TT series
Piranha and Belpark Triathlon Clubs are pleased to announce the inaugural 'Inter-Club TT Series' This is a series of 5 TT training events held on open roads… -
March 15, 2013Race Report: Escape from Alcatraz
Triathlon: Escape from AlcatrazDate: 7.30am, 3rd MarchLocation: San Francisco, CA, USAWinners: Female – Heather Jackson, Male – Javier Gomez Why:This… -
March 09, 2013
UCD Swim up for grabs
We are now accepting entries for the use of the UCD swimming lanes beginning Friday 22nd of March for the next 10 weeks up to an inclusive of the 31st May. 16… -
February 21, 2013Malahide Race Series
Please note that this is not a Piranha run event. While it is being run by a piranha member, this is a seperate entity to the club and so while your… -
February 05, 2013Carlingford weekend
Hi all, Just some info for those coming on the carlingford weekend March 1st-3rd!The weekend plan is as follows: Friday evening-night runSaturday am: swim in… -
February 01, 2013
WWT - Advanced notice of schedule
For those going to WWT coach Elena has kindly given notice of the kind of schedule you can expect (for advanced group) in order that you can be psychologically… -
January 28, 2013Club Gear Hoodies and Body Warmers
Hi all, By this stage you all should have received an email regarding club gear. You can now order your club gear on swimkit.ie. All orders for gear on this… -
January 25, 2013
Coaching Support Needed – time to give back
We have heard from our chairman about the amazing training offered across the club (74 cent a session!!!) as well as the surge in membership numbers and now we… -
January 22, 2013
Message from Chairman
It’s coming towards the end of January and the majority of members seem to be laying a very strong training base in advance of the race season. The numbers in… -
January 21, 2013
WWT FULL!!!!!!! Get Deposits Ready
All, Please be advised that WWT Camp is now full. For those who are traveling (listed below) we will require the following information IN AN EMAIL TO… -
January 21, 2013Reform: Fuel Your Body for Performance
Due to popular demand this workshop is being run again on Saturday the 26th of Jan at 1pm. (bookings - anna@reformcoach.ie) - there are a few places available.… -
January 08, 2013Vodafone Dublin City Triathlon
Dear Piranha MemberI am very honoured to be given the responsibility of Race Director again for the Vodafone Dublin City Triathlon. This year we will have… -
January 05, 2013Warm Weather Training
Piranha Committee is pleased to announce that Warm Weather Training will again take place in Aguilas, Spain. This was the venue for last year's successful trip… -
January 02, 2013PIRANHA MEMBERSHIP 2013
To all Members,We are happy to confirm that the membership fee's for 2013 will remain thesame.Full membership € 240 paid monthly by Standing orderFull… -
December 23, 2012Chi Running session
Following on from the interest expressed in the Chi Running article posted earlier in the month Bernard Hanratty has successfully negotiated a date of Saturday… -
December 22, 2012Secure your spot in UCD lanes
We are now accepting entries for the use of the UCD swimming lanes beginning Friday 11th of January for the next 10 weeks up to an inclusive of the 15th… -
December 18, 2012
Swim over Christmas and UCD places
Please be advised of the following re swim training over the Christmas period Friday the 21st of December is the last swim session out of UCD until January… -
December 15, 2012
Chi Running Session
Guys and Gals following on from the success of the earlier Chi Running sessions Catriona McKiernan has kindly agreed to open up another day in her already… -
December 04, 2012
TT Dates for your Diary - Beginning this Saturday
Piranha are pleased to announce the return of the much favoured out of season TT sessions to get you back in the frame of mind for competition. Pick a nemesis… -
December 04, 2012Race Report: Duggans Dollies
Duggan’s Dollies Annual Waterford Pilgrimage - Year One “Snow is falling all around me”, this is what Shakin’ Stevens promised me, the man’s pants are on fire.… -
November 30, 2012
Attention all newbies - New to Tri Programme
To All New Prianha members, We would like to introduce you to our New-to-Tri programme. This is a free programme to all new members that will take you through… -
November 28, 2012Spin Class next week - Lists complete
All, After a bit of swapping and re-jigging we have settled on the final list below for spin classes starting next week. When: Wednesdays stating the 5th of… -
November 19, 2012
Updated Mid week Turbo & Strength and…
It is really great to see that everyone is enthusiastic about the spin classes. Given the demand we have secured a further 6 spaces in the 6pm spin session on… -
November 13, 2012
Mid week Turbo & Strength and Conditioning
Further to the recent survey we have listened to what people have asked for and we are pleased to announce that we have secured a location for mid-week… -
November 10, 2012
Bike Training - Let's get out there
The long slow building phase up to a great 2013 is set to begin. Many of you have taken extended breaks from a successful 2012 and we also have a number of new… -
November 05, 2012Dublin marathon report - Running is Horrible
By Alan Duggan. To write my marathon report I thought it only fair to explain where I’ve come from in running terms. The secret running history of Alan Duggan… -
October 30, 2012
Piranha Swim Sessions
It has come to the attention of the training committee that members are not adhering to the structure of the swim sessions outlined… -
October 22, 201210 Questions with....John Wallnutt
He'sbeen the DCT race director for the past two years, has been part of the organising team for the John Davis run, dealt with all the membership issues for… -
October 20, 2012
UCD now open for registartion
We are now accepting entries for the use of the UCD swimming lanes beginning next Friday 26th of October for the next 10 weeks up to an inclusive of the 28th… -
October 18, 2012IMPORTANT! Piranha Survey - Have your say
We all have different abilities, aim and free-time. With that in mind we are listening to what you want from your club. Please take a few minutes to think… -
October 16, 2012Update: Piranha Gear
In the very near future we will have exciting news with regard to the Piranha Gear and we hope to make it very easy to order and get Piranha gear at any time.… -
October 13, 2012
Your club wants to hear from you
Your committee understands that everyone has different goals, different strengths and different areas of development need. In order to offer the best service… -
October 09, 2012DCT Nominated for Race of the Year!
From Triathlon Ireland Dear Race Organisers, It is with great pleasure to announce that your race in 2012 has been nominated for the Vodafone Race of The Year… -
September 27, 2012Race Report - Virgin Active London Triathlon
By Darren Guy It’s been a long road but I’ve enjoyed the journey! First off I’ll caveat this report, and say that it will probably bore a large number of… -
September 27, 2012Update: AGM & Club Awards
UPDATE!!!: The annual general meeting of Piranha Triathlon Club will take place on Saturday 6th October in the Garda Boat Club, Chapelizod Road, at 6.30pm.… -
September 24, 2012Race Report: 4 men & a lady (?!) in Narnia
By Ellen Shilling Hot potato, and it landed on my lap. After trying in vain to get one of the other lads to do this report my efforts were a bit like moodies… -
September 20, 2012
New Committee 2012/2013
Piranha Triathlon Club – New Committee 2012 / 2013 The club invites nominations from interested members to fill a number of committee positions. The new… -
September 18, 2012Chi Running Workshop
With Catriona McKiernan Nick Walsh has very kindly organised a chi running workshop with Catriona McKiernan for Sunday the 21st of October from 10am until… -
September 18, 201210 questions with....Your PR/Marketing Officer
As 1/2 of PR & Marketing, Sharon looks after the piranha website, is responsible for promoting the club, getting people to join, updating fb, twitter, getting… -
September 14, 2012Race Report: Vegas baby
By Steven Moody Qualifying for Vegas had always been a secret goal of mine for 2012 – even though, it was with a sense of surprise and shock that I looked at… -
September 07, 2012
Vodafone Awards Dinner
From Triathlon Ireland: Dear Club Secretaries, Chairpersons and club members, As another successful Triathlon Season draws to a close, it is time to recognise… -
September 05, 2012Core Conditioning for Triathletes
8 Week Course with Tara Fallon Overview Are you looking for a way to improve your performance in 2013 without the risk of overtraining and injury? Reform… -
September 04, 2012Race Report: What a difference a year makes
What a difference a year makes. By Gavin McAllister ( http://dublinsportsfan.blogspot.com/) One day makes such a difference. One year makes such a difference.… -
September 04, 201210 Questions with....Your Training Officer
As well as being a kick ass runner, as Training officer, Rory O'Sullivan is the man responsible for organising WWT, all our training sessions and much much… -
August 29, 2012
DCT 2012 Thank You
DCT 2012 THANK YOU ! Well it’s over for another year and it seems like we have given the triathlon community an enjoyable, competitive and rewarding event.… -
August 29, 2012DCT Marshall Race Report
By Mark McInerney "Join a Triathlon Club!" they said. "Meet lot's of new people!" they said. "Help out at Dublin City Triathlon!" they said. "It will begreat… -
August 22, 2012Race Report: Official (unoffical) club aquathon…
By Steven Moody. The day had finally arrived – I was nervous as it had been a long time in coming – it seemed like months that the official (unofficial)… -
August 20, 2012
DCT Race Briefing 2012
The 2012 Vodafone Dublin City Triathlon Race Briefing is now available online. To view PDF please click the following link:… -
August 17, 2012Noble’s promising predictions for triathlon in…
Olympian announces 100 more registrations available for Vodafone Dublin City Triathlon One of Ireland’s best performing London Olympians, Gavin Noble, has… -
August 16, 2012Challenge Copenhagen IM Race Report
By Paul Boyle. When most of Piranha were at CK, I was doing something a little more challenging in Copenhagen: The 'Challenge Copenhagen' Ironman distance… -
August 08, 201210 questions with....your events Co-ordinator
Next up in our series of interviews is Judy Mahon who looks after that all important T3 - the pub and all things social. In my mind - the best part! 1 How did… -
July 25, 2012IronMan Zurich Race Report
By Derek Leahy Switzerland Ironman 15TH July 2012 Having done Switzerland Ironman last year (July 2011) and finished in 10.14.23 I had my sights set high for… -
July 17, 201210 questions with.....your club secretary
Next up in our series of interviews is the Club Secretatry, Geraldine O'Shea. Mum to charlotte, who is rumoured to have her own personalised number plate on… -
July 11, 2012IronMan Austria
By Ian Fagan Where do I start. When I crossed the finish line in Switzerland 70.3 a couple of years ago I swore I would never put myself through something… -
July 05, 2012Kilkee 2012 Race Report
By Aishling Barry My first olympic race! After a few weeks of injuries I was nowhere near race fit but as I missed out on Dunmore East and a sore knee was not… -
June 27, 201210 questions with .....your Chairman
Over the coming weeks we'll be running a "10 questions with..." series of interviews with your committee so that you can get to know each one of us and maybe… -
June 17, 2012Workshop with Tara Fallon Core Conditioning for…
Overview Reform Pilates Instructor and Physical Therapist, Tara Fallon, is presenting a Core Conditioning Workshop on the evening of Monday 25th June at Reform… -
June 05, 2012TriAthy Olympic Race Report
By Dazguy (aka Darren) In October 2011, while starting to train for my first Marathon, I tore cartilage in my knee and had to have knee surgery. Part of my… -
June 01, 2012Piranha Member Offer
Zone3 has just launched a new performance wetsuit called the Advance. The wetsuit has an introductory price of just £99 and can also be hired from £35. It is… -
May 21, 2012Joanne Weadick Blog: Triathlon Debut
I am delighted to say I am writing this blog having completed my first triathlon! It was a difficult few weeks coming up to Valencia. Having come back off… -
May 14, 2012Race report: Valentia Sprint Triathlon
by Claire McEntee (aka Rasher) How do you fit 4 birds, bikes, wet suits and the rest in a yaris???????..... Despite being known for my jibber jabber… -
May 14, 2012Forme Coaching Offer
£150 for 3 months by Forme Coaching Offer available until the 25 May 2012 With the triathlon race season now on your doorstep we would like to provide you with… -
April 30, 2012UPDATE John Davis 5km & Ivan's BBQ
UPDATE....... John Davis 5km run followed by Ivan's now annual BBQ on Saturday, 19th May -
April 24, 2012
WWT Report
By Kevin Leavy After much organising on the part of Rory O'Sullivan 22 intrepid travellers set out for a week of gut busting Warm Weather Training in Aguilas… -
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April 23, 2012Free Talk on "Sports and Exercise with…
Dear Piranha, I hope this email finds you well. I am a Piranha member and I was wondering if you could circulate the attached flyer to the members. I would… -
April 19, 2012Leo Hughes: Blog 3
Hey Everyone, Its April already and the season is nearly upon us. I can’t wait to get going and do my first ever TRI. A big gang of us went to Naas for the… -
April 05, 2012Paris Roubaix Race Report
By: Brendan O'Brien “Your right James, get used to saying it Greg”, “I’ll never f**in say that, turn left here ..” and such were the adventures of Frodo,… -
March 23, 2012New To Triathlon Blog: Leo Hughes Blog 2
Hey Everyone, Its that time of year again when all the club members ramp up the training dials to full pelt. The atmosphere around the club sessions lately is… -
March 20, 2012
Athlete Information Session
Head coach Elena has kindly agreed to give an athlete information session to go through the training plans and answer any questions people have. As well as… -
March 16, 2012New To Triathlon: Joanne Weadick Blog 2
Hi again, Well 8 weeks and counting to my first triathlon in Valencia!! What an 8 weeks it is going to be. A 2 week holiday in the states, crazy hours in work… -
March 06, 2012Safe cycling
NB ************************** No matter what level you are, safety cycling is the key when you cycle on busy road in Ireland. PLEASE READ & adhere to these… -
March 04, 20126 Nations Rugby
While the lucky 20 Piranhas enjoy the match from Aviva stadium the rest of us are setting up Piranha HQ in Slattery's Pub, Upper Grand Canal St… -
March 01, 2012
Rostrevor Race Report
Hi all, My name is Rodrigo and I am a member of Piranha Tri since January 2012 and would like to write a few words to describe the wonderful weekend 16 of us… -
February 28, 2012Warm Weather Training 2012
Warm weather training is back!! Still places available!!! One or two people mentioned they were thinking about it. Pay day is coming up so its a good time to… -
February 22, 2012
New To Tri Blog: Introducing Leo Hughes
Hey Everyone, I'm Leo Hughes and oh yes im a Tri Newbie and a new member of Piranha. I'm from Carlow but have been living in Dublin for over 8 years.. Why Tri?… -
February 21, 2012
Survey Results
Thank you to everyone who took the time to fill out the survey last year. We had a total of 67 people fill it out which provided the committee with feedback… -
February 18, 2012New To Tri Blog: Introducing Joanne Weadick
Hi Guys, My name is Joanne and I joined Piranha in September 2011. By chance I met Tadhg through work in August 2011 and he told me all about Piranha and… -
February 15, 2012Re:Thinking Training for Female Triathletes – A…
Reform Coaching (www.reformcoach.ie) is hosting a ‘Re:Thinking Training for Female Triathletes’ workshop for women at their Blackrock studio on Sunday the 4th… -
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January 28, 2012Alcatraz 2011
Brian Kelly raced the Alcatraz Triathlon earlier this year. It is widely regarded as one of the epic races on the triathlon calendar and a race that every… -
January 21, 2012Social/Training Weekend
Now is the time to confirm your interest in the Feb weekend away. Location: Rostrevor, Co Down Date: Fri 17th Feb - Sun 19th Feb 2012 Purpose: Informal… -
January 17, 2012New to Triathlon Program
Piranha Triathlon Club is pleased to announce the return of the 'New To Triathlon Program'. The program will help new members take their first steps into the… -
January 16, 2012Social & Training Weekend
The training & events committee plan to organise a training/social weekend away. The emphasis on the weekend is a combination of training activities with fun.… -
January 12, 2012
MEMBERSHIP
Important notice for all New and existing members of Piranha Triathlon Club There seems to be some slight confusion over what you need to have to be a member… -
January 11, 2012
Warm Weather Training Dates
Thanks for all the feedback so far. Our proposed dates are 14th to 21st April which is already a lot earlier than we traditionally used to go. That week suits… -
January 04, 2012
6 NATIONS RUGBY SOCIAL
6 Nations Rugby Social by judymahon » Wed Jan 04, 2012 8:00 pm 6 NATIONS RUGBY IRELAND v SCOTLAND AVIVA STADIUM KO 5pm SATURDAY 10th MARCH The social committee… -
January 04, 2012
NEW PIRANHA's
Please Welcome the following new Members to PIRANHA TRIATHLON CLUB .......... Katie Fitzgerald, Sheona Grant, Sinead Harte, Frank O Connor, Emeline Le prince,… -
December 19, 2011Latest: Winter gear order
Your winter gear has been ordered and is due to arrive the second week of January 2012 pending payment for all items. Below is a price list for all items that… -
December 14, 2011Fat Turkey Run
Register Run Ireland The Fat Turkey Run will be organised alongside and in conjunction with the Fat Turkey Walk http://www.thefatturkeywalk.com/ on the 28th… -
December 13, 2011
Technical Officials
Please find below a message from Triathlon Ireland As a condition for club races to be sanctioned, it is a requirement that a club put forward 2 of their club… -
December 13, 2011OVER 100 PIRANHA'S renew TI membership
Over 100 members of Piranha have already renewed their TI membership which insures them to train with Piranha Triathlon Club in 2012. If Any of these members… -
December 13, 2011Race Report: Waterford 1/2 marathon
By Ellen Shilling It’s all Petrina Mulroes fault. She knew exactly how to get each of us to sign up to something we really probably wouldn’t have done… -
December 06, 2011
DCT Race Director 2012 Position
Applications are requested for the position of Race Director for the 2012 Dublin City Triathlon. The Race DCT is one of the largest and highest-profile… -
December 01, 2011Piranha Triathlon Club celebrates its 10th…
Last weekend Piranha Triathlon Club celebrated its ten year anniversary. The club was formerly known as Tsunami when it was founded in 2001 by Anna Frankland… -
December 01, 2011New Membership System
To all existing and new members, The committee have put in place a new membership system to help keep our membership up to date and insured to train. On or… -
November 24, 2011Jingle Bells 5km Run
Don't forget to sign up for the upcoming 5km run in the Park to launch the Christmas festivities if you need to do a long run - the park provides plenty of… -
November 24, 2011
Winter Gear Order
Clarification- Tri short & Top are also included in the €50 offer for those who prefer this option to trisuit. IMPORTANT UPDATEThe club will contribute €50… -
November 24, 2011Triathlon Ireland Membership
Triathlon Ireland Membership for 2012 is now live. Please note anyone purchasing 2012 membership is covered to train and race for the remainder of 2011 on 2012… -
November 24, 2011Assistant Coach Appointed
"Congratulations Tadhg Cronin - Assistant coach ! Congratulations Tadhg on new appointment as a assistant coach for Piranha triathlon club! Tadhg will play an… -
November 02, 2011Club Training Update
Following a review of the training structure of the club by the training committee a number of alterations have been made. Please read on for further details.… -
October 27, 2011
Online survey
As your new committee, we want your feedback. Piranha is your club so please do tell us what you want. Please fill out the 10 question survey here:… -
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October 21, 2011
Winter Gear Order
*******UPDATE***** Prices of gear to be updated by Tuesday Final orders to be in by Sunday 13th November for gear - we will do another gear order early next… -
October 03, 2011
Reform Pilates Endurance Circuits
We are pleased to announce a special offer for Piranha members who wish to sign up for Reformers. Read on for more details. -
October 01, 2011
Vo2 testing - discount rate for Piranha members
Piranha training committee have managed to negotiate a substantially reduced group rate for those interested in getting tested for v02 max/htreshold… -
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September 27, 2011Team Triathlon
Piranha came out on top up north in the team event at the weekend. Here's the report.... -
September 26, 2011
Mark Pollock charity run
A number of friends of Mark Pollock are organising a fundraising 4km/8km run that will take place simultaneously in Dublin, Belfast, Cork and Galway on Weds… -
September 14, 2011
Brownlee Challenge “Catch me if you can”
The newly crowned ITU world Champion Alistair Brownlee and ITU Sprint Champion Jonathan Brownlee will be Dublin to compete in a Duathlon to raise money for… -
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September 10, 2011Pilates/Core classes for the "Off…
I am starting a new session of Pilates/Core classes and am pleased to offer a discount to Piranha members. When: Thursday October 13th - Thursday Nov 17th… -
September 07, 2011Ten Year Anniversary Celebrations - update
PIRANHAS!!!!! My computer illiteracy is shining through again only copied half the list. Sharon you are on the complete one! Thanks to all who have posted… -
September 05, 2011
Third Age 5k Malahide Fun Run
Third Age 5k Malahide Fun Run The Third Age 5K Malahide Fun run which takes place on Saturday 24 September at Malahide Castle. It costs only €15 to register… -
September 02, 2011
Vodafone TI Awards Dinner
Triathlon Ireland are pleased to announce our Annual Vodafone Awards Dinner, to be held on Saturday 22nd October, in the Aviva Stadium, Dublin. With a… -
August 19, 2011
TI: Technical Official courses
Dear Club Secretaries, We are now starting to run training courses for new Technical Officials and refresher courses previously trained Technical Officials. We… -
August 19, 2011
TI: An invitation to all Triathlon Ireland…
As the 2011 season unfolds and your members continue to avail of the numerous sanctioned events on the calendar, we have another little gem to announce as a… -
August 18, 2011
Save the Date: Piranha's 10th Birthday…
**** TICKETS NOW ON SALE **** **** Over half the available tickets are now sold and with only 4 days left before the price jumps - get your ticket today! ****… -
August 11, 2011
Club champ dinner - final details
OK Final confirmation recieved from our fabulous events co-ordinator from her Restaurant: Yamamori Sushi Location: Quays Time: 7pm Late night: Hogans As per… -
August 10, 2011
Alpe D'Huez Triathlon
Martin Hoare completed the short distance Alpe D'Huez Triathlon and many other Piranha members took part in the race. Read on for his full race report. -
August 08, 2011
TI: Motorbike marshaling training courses
Triathlon Ireland is pleased to announce that motorbike marshaling training courses will be run in a number of locations around Ireland in the coming months. I… -
July 30, 2011
XTERRA Wetsuits July/August Special
In honor of Marino Vanhoenacker's Ironman World Record XTERRA offers a July/August Special to Piranha Triathlon Club. Fun Fact: Vector Pro Ironman world record… -
July 25, 2011
Race Report: Ironman Switzerland
By Derek Leahy Training Training went well in the lead up. Only a few niggles (right hip) but nothing terminal. Training volume peaked at about 20 – 22 hours… -
July 21, 2011
Your Club Needs You
Hi everybody, As most of you are now aware preparations for our very own Dublin City Triathlon are at an advanced stage, with the race now only five weeks… -
July 20, 2011
My Longest Day
By John Wallnutt - Ironman Switzerland I’m not even sure I want to write this but here goes. The last 8 weeks of training before the race had been going very… -
July 03, 2011
Day out in Howth - 17th July
I have been inspired to get off my ass and organise an informal summer event by a chat with Niall Power in the early hours of sunday morning. Read on for… -
June 29, 2011Alcatraz 2011
Brian Kelly raced the Alcatraz Triathlon earlier this year. It is widely regarded as one of the epic races on the triathlon calendar and a race that every… -
June 28, 2011DCT: Calling all Piranha members!
To All Piranha's, With just over 8 weeks to go for Dublin City Triathlon ( DCT) I just wanted to send a reminder to put it in your calender. Your services are… -
June 25, 2011
Kilkee 2011
By Matt Coughlan Its been a while since I did a race report so here's my take on Kilkee 2011. Firstly well done to Jen on her 2nd place. Again the ladies of… -
June 13, 2011
King of the Hill
King of the Hill I - Throwing down the gauntlet! The first hill climb is planned for this sunday, 19 June. This is the route The start is at the gate into the… -
June 13, 2011
TI: 2012 Age Group Selection
Dear Club Secretaries, Triathlon Ireland is pleased to announce that we have now launched the opening of applications for 2012 Age Group Selection. Could I ask… -
June 08, 2011
Contact Details E-Mail
To all members, On behalf of the committe I would like to apologise to all members who received countless emails this morning. In our attempt to update members… -
June 08, 2011
Dad's Double
John Wallnutt successfully completed the TriAthy Olympic race on Saturday and followed it up with another great performance in the TriAthy Sprint on Sunday.… -
June 03, 2011
TI: Team Managers Needed
Each year, hundred’s of Irish athletes represent Ireland by competing at international level in triathlon, duathlon and aquathlon at International Triathlon… -
May 27, 2011
REMINDER ** the social after the BBQ"
All Seeing as there has been a flurry (of good natured) banter over the race on the Sat am - I don't want people forgetting about the social in Samsara at… -
May 22, 2011
“B****cks, it looked flatter on the map!”
A year or so ago I was surfing on the web to check out races around Europe and stumbled upon the 101m in 24h. Six months later I had moved to Spain and as was… -
May 22, 2011New to Tri: The Final Blog - John Forde
It has been a fortnight of firsts since my last blog. What with being outsmarted by an ankle sock, completing my first mini tri, my first sprint tri, meeting… -
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May 21, 2011
Beginners Sunday cycling
Hi All, Cycling session for beginners going ahead . Meet you all at yellow house 9.30am. See you in the morning. Elena -
May 19, 2011
John Davis - **Teams Updated**
The Piranha teams are: Jason Milne Jonathan Eadie Ellen Skilling Fionnuala Doherty Liam Osbourne Dave O regan Tara Whyte Graham Bird Seamus Fearon Ivan Eustace… -
May 19, 2011
Update on ITU Rules and TI Manual of Guidance
Dear Technical Officials,Race Organisers and Club Secretaries, In order to reflect the changes made within our organisation, and the wider sport of triathlon,… -
May 18, 2011Graduation from the Newbie program Fingal Tri
Date: Friday May 13th Weather: Über windy, hailstones that could take an eye out and rain to add to the mix Plan for the day: Work, couch. Yep managed that one… -
May 12, 2011
A note about John Davis (by John Staunton)
With the profile and excitement of the club's John Davis 5k run growing by the day, many of you may be wondering just who John Davis was ? I was out on the… -
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May 11, 2011Introducing the 'New to Tri' Group
Over the past weeks and months the 'New to Triathlon' participants have been busily preparing for their multisport debuts. So who exactly are the newbies in… -
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May 03, 2011New to tri: Week 8 - John
This blog was meant to be all about the sport of Triathlon and to do the sport justice there is one very important aspect that I have to mention, travel. I… -
May 01, 2011
New to Tri: Week 8 - Gráinne
So after a great Easter week of cycling and running and no work it was back to reality this week as I started a new job. The nerves were at me way too much to… -
April 29, 2011
John Davis 5km Run...Now a Piranha Team Time Trial
We are pleased to announce that the John Davis 5 km Run will be a Piranha Team Time trial. The teams of 2 will be picked by Coach Elana and will be made up of… -
April 29, 2011May Cycling Training
Hi all, Having really turned up the intensity last month and introduce more intervals and power work into the training. We’re continuing on with it this month,… -
April 29, 2011
TI: Membership/Race Licence Applications
Dear Club Secretaries and Race Organisers, As we enter into the start of the main Triathlon season for 2011 it has come to our attention that a number of… -
April 28, 2011
New Membership Cards
The committee is pleased to announce the introduction of a membership card for all full, student and associate members of the club. These handy wallet-size… -
April 24, 2011New to Tri: Week 7 - Gráinne
Last weekend, after some hen party celebrations, I made my way to Limerick to check out the European Duathlon. I missed watching the open race on the Sunday… -
April 22, 2011London marathon - my final tribute
By Steven Moody London marathon was always going to be special for me for a variety of reasons. Firstly, it represented a chance to prove to myself that I was… -
April 15, 2011New to Tri: Week 6 - Grá
Hey there, Hope it's a good week so far for you. So week 6 is upon us and in good news, I think I've completely fallen in love with my bike. It's still in the… -
April 14, 2011New to Tri: Week 6 - John
I managed to regain my willpower this week, and you will be glad to hear that my diet is back under control. Things seem to be going well and I got through a… -
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April 08, 2011New to Tri: Gráinne - Week 5
I feel like this week hasn't been the best. I made plans to cycle before hitting the road last weekend and to swim in Limerick on Sunday morning. The cycle… -
April 07, 2011New to Tri: Week 4 &5 - John
There is no point in denying it for any longer. In recent days it has become clear that for the 25th year in a row I have fallen quite heavily from the Lenten… -
April 06, 2011
Attach Piranha to your TI Membership!
To all Members, If you have membership with Triathlon Ireland, and were not able to attach yourself to a club at the time of applying for your membership, you… -
April 01, 2011April Cycling Training
Hi all, We're now finished the base training for the season and it’s time to up the intensity and introduce more intervals and power work into the training.… -
April 01, 2011
Athlete Sponsorship
It is with great pleasure that I announce the launch of the Piranha Athlete Sponsorship Programme which will be given to the top 3 male and top 3 female… -
March 31, 2011New to Tri: Gráinne – Week 4
Wow so time is flying by and our first triathlon with the beginners group is creeping up fast. We've about seven weeks left and so it was high time I figured… -
March 28, 2011New to Tri: John - Week 3
The Army loves an acronym. We use them for everything. From the start to the finish of any course, whether you are training to be a sniper or a medic, you are… -
March 24, 2011
New to Tri: Gráinne - Week 3
So with Paddy's weekend being a really long weekend, I had the best intentions in making it an active workout weekend. It started with a cycle on Paddy's Day,… -
March 24, 2011
Running TT 2nd April NB Meeting at Papal…
NB Please gather at Papal cross to kick this off tomorrow @930!!!! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Following on from the… -
March 21, 2011
Time Trial
Hi all Members, This Sunday 27th March we are going to have a bike time trial in the Phoenix Park. We will be using the DCT course. Advanced- 3… -
March 21, 2011
New to Tri: John Forde - Week 2
Ok, so training seems to be going quite well. I have been getting to most of my swim sessions recently, having missed a few because of work (that is my excuse… -
March 21, 2011
New to Tri: Gráinne O'Brien - Week 2
Last weekend started out well with a 20km easy cycle with my cousin. It was my first long spin on the bike so Sharon kept the distance we had done quiet until… -
March 20, 2011
Swimming Lanes
Dear Members, In the past few months, we have set up good training for all athletes with all the sessions being led by top quality coaches. It is great to see… -
March 18, 2011
Save the date - Piranha social 28th May
Just to give you a lot of notice of an important date for your Piranha social diary - SATURDAY 28th MAY This will be the first Piranha night out on the tiles… -
March 10, 2011New to Tri: Gráinne O'Brien - Week 1
Hi folks, I'm Gráinne O'Brien, a new member of Piranha and a beginner to triathlons. I'm from Limerick but have been living in Dublin for over five years now.… -
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March 10, 2011New to Tri: John Forde - Week 1
So here it goes folks, you are joining me as I take my first steps into the world of Triathlon, and I must say I am more than a little daunted. I have never… -
March 09, 2011March Cycling Training
Hi all, Hopefully you've all been getting in some good spins on the bike lately. We're into the last month now of base training before we begin to up the… -
February 22, 2011Dublin City Triathlon 2011
Dear All, The committee is delight to announce the appointment of John Wallnutt as race director for this years DCT. John is a committed member of the club and… -
February 22, 2011
Story Contribute Writers
For those that write article stories for Piranha Triathlon, I wanted to remind everyone that there are special and unique options available to you in the… -
February 21, 2011New To Triathlon Program
Piranha Triathlon Club is pleased to announce the 'New To Triathlon Program'. Under the guidance of the club’s Head Coach ,Elena Maslova, the program will help… -
February 15, 2011Club training
Dear members, The training committee and I ( Elena Maslova, Head Coach) organised and structured a training process in the club. There are lots of training… -
February 13, 2011
Training Plans
The club's head coach, Elena Maslova, has drawn up three training plans to cater for beginners, intermediate and advanced which will serve as an excellent… -
February 02, 2011February Bike Training
Hi all, We had some very good spins last month and I even bumped into one of the groups out on the route doing a good pace last Sunday. I've changed the routes… -
January 29, 2011Underwater swim analysis with Base2Race
By Steven Moody Ever since I have gotten into triathlon - I have struggled to overcome the most technical of the disciplines .... the swim... So being a… -
January 25, 2011
Warm Weather Training
I have been looking into organising Warm Weather Training for the club, but the options that I had organised required around 25 members to attend in order for… -
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January 20, 2011Club Training Update!
Hi All Members of Piranha TC! I’m delighted to be appointed as Piranha Club Head Coach. In a coming weeks myself and training committee will structure all… -
January 18, 2011Athlinks - Track your results!
Time to get everyone’s competitive juices flowing! Athlinks is a free-of-charge social networking website which primarily presents race results for Running,… -
January 14, 2011January Bike Training
Hi all, We had a very good spin last weekend despite the cold and didn't have any trouble with ice on the route we chose. I've suggested similar costal routes… -
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January 14, 2011TI: One-day Licenses
Dear Race Organisers, As the race season is about to kick off shortly, we are now setting all races up on our online one day licence system. This means that… -
January 13, 2011
First Social Event 2011
Whether you are running, jogging, walking or supporting at the upcoming Raheny 5 drop into Clare & Rory's gaff for refuelling. Read on for… -
January 08, 2011Race Director for DCT 2011
Applications are requested for the position of Race Director for the 2011 Gatorade Dublin City Triathlon. Read on for more details... -
January 05, 2011
Age Group Selection
Each year, Triathlon Ireland offers all Irish athletes a chance to compete at international level in triathlon and duathlon. If you make the team, you can be… -
December 30, 2010Appointment of Head Coach
Dear Members With the silly season almost at an end and 2011 just around the corner now is the time to start planning (if you haven’t already done so!) for the… -
December 18, 2010
Christmas Training
Please read the story for full details on training over Christmas- -
December 15, 20102011 Triathlon Ireland Membership is now open!
Triathlon Ireland Membership is now open for you to register and you can win an iPhone at the same time! Membership of Triathlon Ireland is mandatory for… -
December 13, 2010Xmas Swim Tech
Surprise ! Last minute swim tech before Xmas. Wednesday 15th December 9-10 pm WW Clontarf. 16 places...post up if interested. -
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November 27, 2010Christmas Party
Now that the Snow is here it is officially Christmas:-) JINGLE BELLS RESCHEDULED TO SAT 18TH DECEMBER TREASURE HUNT & PYGMALION STILL ON 4th DECEMBER See you… -
November 26, 2010Saturday Run Session - 27th November 2010
Saturday Run Session changes location this weekend to St Annes Park in Raheny. ****This session has been cancelled due to snow!**** Date: Saturday 27th of… -
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November 23, 2010Events Guide!
Below is a list of events that will be organised throughout the year. Not all dates are confirmed yet but keep an eye on the website, as it will be posted up… -
November 17, 2010
Training Update
Hey all, A lot of work has gone into arranging new training sessions to meet the needs of the members and the following is a list of the sessions that are… -
November 16, 2010Swim Tech
Wednesday 24th of November. Westwood Clontarf. 9-10 pm. Jack and Lee are coaches. First 16 who post up please so we're not overcrowded. -
November 13, 2010Gavin Noble & Harry Wiltshire Swim Clinic
Dear Members, I am delighted to announce that on Saturday, 4 December 2010 Gavin Noble and Harry Wiltshire (Driven2tri coach and ITU Professional) will deliver… -
November 06, 2010Race of the Year: VOTE NOW
Folks, Two new prestigious awards will be presented at this year's Vodafone TI Awards Dinner: TI Athlete of the Year and Race of the Year. Both awards have a… -
November 04, 2010Save the date - Christmas Festivities!
With Halloween over it's time to embrace the Christmas spirit. This year's party combines the work of my two predecessors....why mess with a good idea? So save… -
October 24, 2010
Piranha crowned national club championships…
Well done to all with Piranha being crowned national club championship female and mixed team outright winners!!! Our dominance was almost complete - but we had… -
October 19, 2010
Sat 23rd Oct Samsara agenda with Alastair…
Location: Samsara Bar on Dawson St Below session will be on Mezz area and it will be 20euro to get up and this includes Food Hope to see you all…
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