Training tips, connections and inspiration
The Kāpiti Women's Tri events are all about inspiring you to the next level. No matter if you are starting out or a bit more experienced, we want to be there alongside you all the way.
The training sessions below are designed to connect you to like-minded athletes (because you are one now), and share the journey. Keep an eye on our Facebook page for more training events and tips.
Looking for more - check out our blog packed with insights and learnings from our team of everyday athletes just like you. Alternatively, download our:
Intermediate Short Distance 6-Week training plan;
Beginner's Short Distance 10-Week training plan
Swim Technique Coaching
Training for one of the Kāpiti Women's Tri events? Don't forget our FREE Sunday swim sessions! No matter your swim ability, our coach will give you tips and tricks to hone your technique.
No need to book and you just pay for pool entry.
Coastlands Aquatic Centre, 10 Brett Ambler Way, Paraparaumu
DETAILS: TBA
Wednesday Ocean Swims
Swimming in the open water can be a bit nerve racking if you have never done it before.
Even if you have, it is great (and safe) to swim with a group!
These two Wed evening swims will get you confident and familiar with the course. The buoys will be out so you can practice swimming out to them and getting your bearings. Surf Lifesaving will also be present.
Cost is $5 per session per person. Please bring cash.
Meet outside The Waterfront Bar/Raumati Beach Carpark. Please arrive by 6:15pm to register and be ready to go by 6:30pm sharp! A KWT team member will be there to watch over gear and the lovely Di will take you for the swim session.
2025 dates: TBC
Tri Skills Training
The KWT team has teamed up with the lovely Sierra of Sparkle Fitness to deliver tri-focused training sessions for KWT participants.
Each session is designed to build your skills and confidence so you can have a fantastic day in Feb! It's a chance to meet other like minded wāhine to enjoy the journey together.
Meet outside the Waterfront Bar. Matatua Road, Raumati Beach.
$5 per session
You can register for training via the event tab on our Facebook page or, if you don't have Facebook, just turn up on the day!
Saturday 13 January | Ocean swim session | Waterfront Bar carpark, Raumati | 9am - 10am |
Saturday 20 January | Ocean swim & bike including transition | Waterfront Bar carpark, Raumati | 9am - 10am |
Saturday 27 January | Run session | Waterfront Bar carpark, Raumati | 9am - 10am |
Saturday 3 February | Swim / bike / run with focus on transition | Waterfront Bar carpark, Raumati | 9am - 10am |
Saturday 10 February | Ocean swim session | Waterfront Bar carpark, Raumati | 9am - 10am |
Saturday 17 February | Swim / bike / run with focus on transition | Waterfront Bar carpark, Raumati | 9am - 10am |
There are public toilets and changing facilities next to the Waterfront Bar.
Also try to arrive 10-15min early to get set up and ready to start at 9am
Sierra Ryland of Sparkle Fitness is a top age group triathlete and triathlon coach, and won her age group at the Taupō Ironman 70.3 in December 2023.
Sierra's passion is training women and mums and helping them to discover a love of triathlon - or at the very least the feeling of accomplishment of ticking off a goal!
Sierra also offers personal training and triathlon programming services. If that is something you are interested in you can contact her via email (sparklefitnz@gmail.com) or on 021 258 9445.