These are questions people new to the club often ask in our WhatsApp groups (with answers). Lists are not exhaustive and we have no commercial links to any venue/business listed below except our coaches. *Junior FAQs can be found here.
1. What races are members doing?
Club Championships take place at local organised events through the season. The only exception is our Middle Distance Club Championships which rotates between an overseas and UK event. All are listed as events on the Races WhatsApp group. Our self service calendar shows other races members are doing including triathlons, runs and cycles.
2. Who do members go to for bike servicing?
- https://nestcycles.com/ (Eltham)
- https://www.thecyclerylewisham.com/
- https://info4441.wixsite.com/chislehurst-cycles
3. Who do members go to for bike fitting?
- https://www.panaguabikes.com/ (Hayes)
- https://www.strypestreetcycles.co.uk/ (Liverpool Street)
- https://www.elitecycling.uk/bike-fitting (Crystal Palace)
4. Where can I get hold of a bike box for my event abroad?
We have boxes available for hire to members. Contact Michelle Witheriff to check availability and buy through the Club Shop.
5. What are some good bike routes from South East London?
A dedicated page is under development with recommended routes.
6. Do you have weekly club bike rides?
Rides of various lengths and speeds for novices, intermediates and more experienced riders are all organised through our club WhatsApp groups.
7. Am I good enough to join the swim training sessions?
Our swims are open to all, although we recommend you are able to swim 200m continuously. If not, you may want to consider adult beginner classes or private coaching first.
8. Where can I swim open water locally?
- https://loveopenwater.co.uk/swimming-venues/ (Victoria Docks, Canary Wharf)*
- https://www.dswc.org/watersports/ (Docklands Watersports Centre)*
- https://southwarkleisure.co.uk/watersports/ (Surrey Quays)
- https://www.ptpcoaching.co.uk/ (Beckenham Place Park)
- https://www.leybournelakewatersports.co.uk/ (Larkfield, Kent)
- https://www.diverscove.co.uk/ (Godstone, Surrey)
- https://www.triswim.org.uk/product/haysden-lake-swim/ (Tonbridge)
- https://www.triswim.org.uk/product/chipstead-lake-swim-gf/ (Sevenoaks)
*Part of Nowca network booked through ACTiO App
9. Who can offer coaching tailored to my needs?
We have a fantastic team coaches in the club. Some are able to provide 1:1 support outside of the club sessions:
- Adults Head Coach Hilary Logan offers support with personalised training plans: https://www.triathlondoctor.co.uk/
- Junior Head Coach Bruno Mahsoud offers 1:1 coaching: https://www.facebook.com/performfitness.london/
- Junior Coach Ralph Krause offers training support: https://www.runbikecoach.com/en
- Junior Coach Tina Reeves also offers 1:1 PT coaching: https://www.facebook.com/tinareevestrainright/
- Thursday Swim Coach Tracy is the Swim Doctor based at Charlton Lido and can help with technique: https://www.instagram.com/swimdoctortracy/
10. Who are some local physios that members use?
Bonus. Can I complete a full distance IRONMAN?
Absolutely! Come to our training sessions regularly (including the core session), speak to other members for advice, utilise ChatGPT/YouTube and consider getting a training plan from a coach for more structured support.