Third London Fields aquathlon announced

In the swim: 400m in the Lido before a 5km run round the Fields. Photo: LFTC

London Fields Triathlon Club is to host the third London Fields Aquathlon following the success of events in the spring of this year and the autumn of 2010. There will, once again, be a Junior Race for under 16s as part of the club’s commitment to bringing multi-event athletics to all in Hackney.

LFTC has been running well-coached sessions for local aspiring athletes since 2009 when the club was founded by Chris Skinner and Guy Holbrow.

Entrants face the challenge of swimming 400m in the London Fields Lido followed by a 5km run around the park. The race commences at 8am on Sunday 2nd October and will take place as a time trial with competitors being set off in intervals.

For the first time, there will be a team prize to be a claimed, in addition to the honours for the male, female and age group competitors.

Unlike the daunting reputation of the triathlon, this event has grown in popularity due to it’s inclusive nature and beautiful setting in the lido and surrounding London Fields. The race is ideal for both novice and elite athlete, many of whom will be returning for a third time.

Club Secretary Chris Skinner expects 200 participants this autumn for an event that invites participants to enjoy the day and compete at their own pace.

LFTC is a not-for-profit club, with a great sense of community spirit and a busy team of volunteers. The club runs a variety of sessions, four times a week, which help to develop fitness levels through running, swimming and cycling.

The event is now open to enter, with fees of £15 for adults and £5 for juniors.

Apply online by visiting the London Fields Triathlon Club website.