A Message from Rockingham Triathlon Club
Rockingham Triathlon Club is excited to welcome all competitors and spectators to the 2026 The Bike Place Shoalwater Classic Triathlon!
This long-running event is undergoing a major transformation for the 2026 season, evolving into a pure Sprint Distance race to host the Triathlon Western Australia Sprint Championships. This means only the Sprint distance will be contested at the Shoalwater Classic, allowing us to focus on delivering a top-quality State Championship event for everyone involved.
Don’t worry if you’re not a TWA member — the race is still open to all non-members as well!
The Shoalwater Classic is held on one of the most picturesque triathlon courses in Western Australia. The swim takes place in the stunning waters of Shoalwater Bay, where calm conditions with minimal currents and waves make for a fast swim.
The new bike course is a fast, multi-lap route along Arcadia Drive and Boundary Road. These wide, open roads feature minimal corners, with only two semi-hairpin turns at either end — perfect for a quick, smooth ride.
The run course also consists of multiple laps, taking athletes along the beautiful Shoalwater Foreshore, offering breathtaking views of Penguin Island and Seal Island.
Rockingham Triathlon Club is proud to invite both Triathlon WA members and the wider triathlon community to race in our beautiful backyard. At its heart, the Shoalwater Classic remains a club-operated event, organised and run entirely by volunteers.
For this reason, we kindly ask for your patience and kindness throughout the day — and please don’t forget to thank our amazing volunteers along the course!
We’re an inclusive, family-friendly club, and we encourage everyone to show respect and consideration to fellow competitors.
Once again, we can’t wait to see you at Shoalwater Bay in Rockingham for what promises to be a fantastic, fun-filled day of racing!
Event Details
Date
Sunday 1st February 2026
Event Location
The event area and transition will be located at the Shoalwater Bay car park, near the Arcadia Drive and Gloucester Avenue intersection.
Race Distances
Sprint
| Swim (laps) | Bike (laps) | Run (laps) |
| 750m (1) | 20km (3) | 5km (2) |
The minimum age for individual participants is 14 years for the Sprint course.
Triathlon Western Australia Sprint Championships
The Bike Place Shoalwater Classic is the Triathlon Western Australia State Sprint Championships and forms part of the State Series. Gold, silver and bronze State Series medals are awarded to each eligible (TWA members) age group and Open and Paratri category athletes at all State Championship events as per the State Series policy. Please use the link below to the Triathlon Western Australia State Series policy in which all relevant information is detailed.
https://www.triwa.com.au/state-series/
It is important that ALL TWA members who wish to compete in the State Championships ensure that they have their up-to-date Triathlon Australia membership number on their EntryBoss profile. Failure to do so may lead to members not being recognised and miss out on the opportunity for State recognition and points towards the State Series.
**Note:
- For the Sprint race, while the event is open for all to enter, only current 2025/2026 Triathlon Australia affiliated Standard or Premium annual members will be valid for points contribution to selection for WA State Series points score for both Junior and Senior athletes.
- Non-affiliated entries (non-members) and TA/TWA Basic members are required to obtain a Triathlon Australia one day membership for race day that provides a Triathlon Australia One Day Licence (ODL) providing you with Public Liability insurance during the event. More information on insurance can be found here on the Triathlon Australia website – https://www.triathlon.org.au/insurance
- The purchase of a Triathlon Australia one day membership and ODL is not a substitute for a Triathlon Australia and Triathlon WA annual membership and the associated entitlements, points or selection for Triathlon Australia representation.
Registration
Individuals
Sprint: $90
Sprint RTC Member: $70
Registration is online only through the EntryBoss platform. Triathlon Western Australia members will receive a priority entry window until 30th December 2025. A link to the priority registration will be emailed out by Triathlon Western Australia (TWA).
On the 1st December 2025 a registration link will appear below on this page for all other competitors to register.
Places will be limited so get in quick
Registration will close on the 18th January 2026, if the event is not sold out before that time.
Upon registration competitors must select one of the following categories
- TWA Member – OPEN
This category is for male and female TWA members who wish to compete in the Open category of the TWA State Sprint Championships. Open Category (Elite athletes) entries are subject to approval by the organisers and Triathlon WA.
- TWA Member – AGE GROUP
This category is for male and female TWA members who wish to compete in the Age Group category of the TWA State Sprint Championships
- TWA Member –Multi Class / ParaTri
This category is for eligible Multi Class Para-triathlete male and female TWA members who wish to compete in the Multi Class / ParaTri category of the TWA State Sprint Championships
- Non Member
This category is for male and female athletes who wish to compete or just complete the Shoalwater Classic Triathlon. Please note, if you are not a Triathlon Australia member, you will need to purchase a One Day License during registration for insurance purposes to compete.
**Note:
- Age is calculated in align to TA policy as at 31st of December 2025.
- *Open Category (Elite athletes) entries are subject to approval by the organisers and Triathlon WA.
Event Road Closures & Parking
Road closures for the Shoalwater Classic will be from 7am to 11am incorporating, Lease Road, Boundary Rd and Arcadia Drive from Boundary Road through to Seaforth Road.
The event parking is available in the southern section of the Shoalwater Bay carpark and north along Arcadia Drive (around 130 bays). Please note these parking spots will be subjected to the road closures between 7am-11am.
If you choose to park down one of the side streets please be considerate of the local residents, do not block any driveways, access ways, obstruct street traffic and/or park on someone’s lawn. As the event has an early start please keep the noise to a minimum (at least until you get to the event site).
Additional parking area may become available closer to the event date. Please keep an eye on the Rockingham Triathlon Club socials for updated information.
Key Event Times
5am Shoalwater Classic Triathlon Set-up – event area & course
5:45am – 7am Race Pack Collection
6am – 7:15am Transition Open
7am Volunteer Briefing (for volunteers, volunteering during the race)
7am – 11am Road Closures
7:15am Compulsory Race Briefing, southern end of transition area
7:30am* Competitor wave starts
10:40am Bike Course Cut Off Time
12pm Shoalwater Pack Away – event area & course
*Start times may change
Event Area
Shoalwater Classic event area map including locations and transition area
Race Pack collection
Race pack collection will be from 5:45am – 7am. Race pack collection site will be located on the south west shelter marked on the event area map. Race pack will include a timing chip, swim cap, race bib, bike sticker and bag drop Tyvek band. Please note:
- Swim caps are compulsory for the swim,
- Race bibs are compulsory for the bike and run,
- Bike sticker to be placed on the bikes seat post or top tube for identification
- Timing chip to be worn on your left ankle.
- Numbered Tyvek band – to be used on your bag if you wish to use the bag drop
Volunteer Sign In
Volunteers sign in will be from 6am – 7am. Sign in will be located on the southwest shelter marked on the event area map
Transition (Bike Racking)
Transition access on race day for Bike check-in and racking will be on race day Sunday 1st February prior to race start. You will require your race number, bike identification number and helmet to gain entry to transition. Helmets should be placed on your head and buckled up for safety inspection.
- Transition will be open from 5:45am – 7am.
There will be dedicated competitor (race) numbers on the bike racks (numbered stickers on the horizontal bar). Please ensure that you rack your bike at your competitor (race) number. The middle racks are dual sided so please rack your bike & place your gear on the side your number is facing on the rack.
Be sure to get to the event early to register and rack your bike in time.
We are expecting large number of competitors, so it is important that you ensure your transition race gear is compact and placed next to your bike, do not take up large areas or leave gear in the alleyway. As it is a State Championship, this will be monitored by the Technical Officials.
As a security precaution, you will require your Race Bib Number to gain entry to Transition once your race is completed. You must show your Race Bib Number and bike identification number to a race official before you can remove your bike.
Note – Failure to abide by the race rules above will result in disqualification and possible further disciplinary action!
Bag Drop Area
Bag drop area located at the finish line (refer to the event area map). Please ensure your bag is identified by your Tyvek band.
Hydration Stations
There will be two aid stations on the run, 1.25km apart. At the Northern end of the run course, which will have Electrolyte and Water. At the Southern end of the run course, the Aid Station will stock Water.
There will be no aid stations on the bike course.
Club Alley
Our fellow triathlon clubs are welcome to set their club tents up along the run course / finish chute as shown in the event area map.
Race Briefing
The compulsory race briefing will be held at 7:15am on the southern side of transition.
The Shoalwater Classic Triathlon is a Triathlon Australia sanctioned race, as such Triathlon Australia race rules apply. For more information, please visit https://www.triathlon.org.au/rules
Swim Course
The swim course consists of 1 lap, 750m course located in the pristine Shoalwater Bay. The swim will begin with a ‘beach start’, competitors will then swim 200m directly out to sea to the first large orange buoy, competitors must swim around the outside of this buoy (buoy on their right-hand side). Competitors will then swim 275m to the second large buoy, competitors must again swim around the outside of this buoy (buoy on their right-hand side). Competitors will then swim the remaining 275m back to the swim start / exit, another large orange buoy will be placed at the shoreline, competitors must swim past the inside (oceanside) of this buoy, buoy on their left-hand side, prior to exiting the swim and heading up the ramp to transition
Swim rules will follow Triathlon Australia race rules, in addition:
- The instructions of water safety must be followed at all times.
- Swim caps are mandatory and will be supplied for all competitors.
- If the megaphone siren goes off, swim to the shore immediately.
- If in discomfort, raise and waive your fist in the air and the Water safety will provide assistance.
Bike Course
The 4 lap (19kms) bike course includes 2 turns and two ‘semi-hairpin’ turn arounds per lap.
The Course sets out north along Arcadia Drive from transition, before a right-hand turn onto Boundary Road. Competitors will head down Boundary Rd and perform a U-turn and the intersection with First Ave. Competitors will then head back up Boundary Rd and turn follow the left hand turn onto Arcadia Dr. Competitors will the ride along Arcadia Dr until performing a U-Turn at the intersection of Seaforth Rd and head back along Arcadia Dr towards transition to begin their next lap.
Bike rules will follow Triathlon Australia race rules, in addition:
- Helmets must be fitted correctly and clipped on before removing your bike off the rack and on conclusion of the ride leg bikes must be placed back on the rack before unclipping and removing your helmet
- Please cross over the mount line before mounting your bike. Likewise, to dismount before crossing over the dismount line to conclude the bike leg.
- Stay left unless overtaking
- While road closures are in place, local residents may still use the road so please be mindful that cars can still appear on the course.
- No drafting
- Headphones are not allowed.
- The instructions of traffic marshals must be followed at all times
Run Course
The run course is 2.5km long, with competitors completing 2 laps (5kms).
Competitors will exit on the northern end of transition and run then run south to and along on the footpath. Competitors will continue along the footpath alongside Arcadia drive until they reach Lions Park. Competitors will loop around Lions Park and head back towards transition. Once competitors return to the event area, they will perform a ‘hair pin’ U-turn just prior to the kid’s playground. Competitors must complete their 2 full laps prior to entering the finishing chute (go around run turn around near kids park twice and enter finish chute with left hand turn)
Run course rules will follow Triathlon Australia race rules, in addition
- Please be mindful that the path on which the run leg will be held will remain open to the public during the duration of the triathlon
Finish
Once Competitors have completed their 2 full by going around, the run turn around near kids park twice, they can then perform a slight left turn into the finishing chute. This will take you along the grass to the finish line.
Recovery Area
The Recovery area situated near the finish line will have Water, Coke, Bananas. Please use this area to recover, if you are feeling unwell, please get the attention of one of the volunteers who will escort you to the First Aid Station.
Race Dropouts (DNF’s)
If for whatever reason you are unable to complete the race, please go to the finish line Volunteers, let them know and hand in your timing chip. This is important for the event staff to account for competitors.
First Aid
A First Aid post will be set up on the southern side of the event area as marked on the event area map.
Spectators
We greatly encourage spectators to come down and experience an amazing event and support their loved ones. We do however ask that spectators not use the footpaths leading into and out of transition during the event. This area will be congested with competitors, and it would be a shame if you accidently got in the way of someone trying to achieve a State Championship.
The best and safest viewing area is on the grassed area south of the kids playground. From there you have a separate beach access to come up from the swim, and then able to watch both the bike and run course. This is also where ‘club alley’ is, all the different triathlon club tents.
Presentations
Will be conducted once podium positions have been confirmed. Please listen out for the Event Commentator who will announce when these occur. Presentations will happen near the finish line.
Results
Will be available online on the race timing company’s website. This will be announced closer to the event date.
Sponsors
Rockingham Triathlon Club would like to acknowledge and say thank you to the other fantastic sponsors of the Shoalwater Classic Triathlon.