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Rochdale Tri Club
ROCHDALE · Rochdale · England
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Rochdale Triathlon Club traces its roots to an Oldham group around 1981 and offers swimming, cycling and running across several local venues.
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About Rochdale Tri Club
Rochdale Triathlon Club grew from Oldham Triathlon Club, formed around 1981 by a group meeting at the Queens pub in Oldham. Its own history names Steve Walsh and Peter Stevens among the founders. Swimming moved to Middleton Pool in spring 1983 and the Rochdale name followed; Middleton Arena became the swimming base in 2009. These are distinct stages in the club's Greater Manchester, England, history.
The modern programme includes coached swimming at Chadderton Wellbeing Centre and Middleton Arena, running activities, indoor cycling and member-organised rides. Some outings are social rather than coached. The club also has a junior section, with enquiries directed through its general contact address.
Published training guidance says sessions are for members and asks newcomers to join before taking part. Prospective swimmers can arrange to meet coaches and discuss the right session first. Check the live timetable for pool, running and seasonal cycling arrangements: no single address or start time covers every discipline.
Notable members, past and present
Steve Walsh
Founder of the predecessor club
Named in the club history among the group that formed Oldham Triathlon Club around 1981; a historical association, not a claim of current membership.
Peter Stevens
Founder of the predecessor club
Identified in the club's own account of its Oldham beginnings, before the move to Middleton and Rochdale name.
Club history and information sources
Profile reviewed 2026-10-15. Training arrangements can change; check with the club before attending.
Athletes at this club
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