Spring training days for triathlon

The festival itself will take place on June 12 and 13 and the training days, organised by the British Triathlon Federation, will run on April 24, May 22 and May 23.

Jackie Thornhill, sports manager at Rotherham Council, said: "This is a great opportunity for people to take part in this fantastic sport and develop their skills."

Training will focus on the basics of a triathlon, explaining issues such as swimming techniques. Anyone entering one of the festival events as a newcomer to triathlon can attend the training days free of charge. The Triathlon Festival will include a children's triathlon, a women's "Super Sprint" event which comprises a 200 metre swim, a 10km cycle ride around the Country Park and a 4k run, and a sprint race for men and women, involving a 750m swim, a 25.4km cycle and a 5km run.