ITU Event Organizer's Manual
November 2015 | ITU Sport Department
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ITU PRESIDENT'S FOREWORD
Triathlon is one of the most diverse sports practiced today. The traditional format includes the
combination of three unique and exhilarating disciplines across various distances. Throw in
aquathlon, cross triathlon and duathlon and the multisport lifestyle is something everyone in
all parts of the world can enjoy.
For the last 25 years, ITU has been committed to growing our great sport. I'm proud to say we
now have more than 160 National Federations, races on every continent and we enjoyed more
flags at the 2012 London Olympics than ever before. From elite participation to grassroots
events, we at ITU are committed to setting the standard for triathlon races.
The increased and ever growing interest in multisports prompted us to create a second edition
of the Event Organizers' Manual. With insight from event organizers of all levels across the
globe, this guide aims to assist you in creating the best race environment possible. An ever
evolving journey, we welcome the opportunity to continue revising event operations in order
to create safe and enjoyable triathlon atmospheres.
Thank you for your commitment to triathlon, and the best of luck to you in organizing your
next race.
Marisol Casado
President of,
International
Triahlon Union
