Special Notice:
TriNova Trifit sessions starting soon.
Aimed at beginners or the mums and dads that have no time to train before or after school but may have some time after kids are dropped off at school.
Sessions will be aimed at increasing fitness and skills to be able to take on a Triathlon.
Sessions will be on Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 9am.
All enquiries can be made via
Rod Cook and Ben Higginbottom present TriNova Multisport triathlon squad coaching. Train alongside some of Newcastle’s best triathletes - swimming, cycling and running at varous locations around one of the best cities in NSW and Australia for triathlon training.
TriNova Multisport offers full programs for triathlon or individual programs for swimming, cycling and/or running. We also have varied squad training opportunities that provide our athletes with training in a fun yet competitive environment to help produce the results you are looking for.
From sprint distance through to Ironman and Challenge distance triathlons, for those just looking for fun and fitness in being a triathlete through to those with Olympic or Kona World Championship dreams, TriNova Multisport is Newcastle's premier triathlon coaching squad.
TriNova Coaches
Rod Cook
Level 2 Triathlon Coach
Head Coach Hunter Academy of Sport Triathlon Program
Contact 0437400139
Ben Higginbottom
Level 2 Triathlon Coach
Level 3 Track & Field Coach
Bachelor of Health and Physical Education (Honours)
Contact 0405 013 510
Training Schedule
| Monday | 6:00am | Cycle | Broadmeadow Race Course |
| Tuesday | 6:00am | Swim | Balance Aquatic Centre, Mayfield |
| 5:30pm | Run | Newcastle Athletics Field (squad members only) | |
| Wednesday | 6:00am | Cycle | Townson Oval, Merewether (squad members only) |
| 6:30pm | Swim | Balance Aquatic Centre, Mayfield | |
| Thursday | 5:45am | Run | Nobbys Beach, Newcastle |
| 6:30pm | Swim | Balance Aquatic Centre, Mayfield | |
| Friday | 6.00am | Cycle | Townson Oval, Merewether |
| 6:30pm | Swim | Balance Aquatic Centre, Mayfield | |
| Saturday | 6:30am | Run | TBA |
| Sunday | 6:00am | Cycle | Long Ride from Broadmeadow Race Course |
| various | Swim | Optional open water swim at locations TBA |
Training Programs and Squad Attendance
Your individual program is scheduled to suit your needs and availabilities and tailored to your specific athletic requirements and goals.
Sessions are open for athletes who are not on programs with TriNova to attend; however, please contact a coach/coordinator prior to attending to discuss the nature of the session including precise meeting place and time, required equipment, anticipated duration and intensities.
TriNova Squad Attendance
$5 per session OR
$60 per month; includes unlimited sessions - excluding swimming OR
$80 per month; includes unlimited sessions - including swimming
Junior Triathlon Program*
$65 per month; includes individualised program and unlimited squad attendance - excluding swimming
$85 per month; includes individualised program and unlimited squad attendance - including swimming
Senior Triathlon Program*
$95 per month; includes individualised program and unlimited squad attendance - excluding swimming
$115 per month; includes individualised program and unlimited squad attendance - including swimming
Peak Performance Plus Triathlon Program*
Program and additional services for the elite/professional or committed athlete wanting to reach their potential - fees negotiated
Personal One-on-one Training Sessions now available - POA
Swimming, Cycling or running only programs are available. Fees are dependent on specific requirements of the desired program.
Program Fees are payable on a tri-monthly basis in advance. There is no joining fee and you are welcome to commence at any time.
*The Performance Level Programs utilise the world leading Endurance Performance Systems Training Pace and Performance Calculator (Newcastle specific courses included). Developed by Tony Benson and refined by Ben Higginbottom.

TriNova Multisport athletes and coaches choose to relax and recover
at Newcastle Float Centre
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