Learn more about USA Triathlon, the governing body of Triathlon here: TeamUSA.org
Tulsa Area Triathletes (TAT) is a non-profit Oklahoma corporation with a mission of promoting and providing fair and safe competitive multi-sport events and training opportunities for individuals of all ages and abilities in the South Midwest Region of USA Triathlon, the national governing body. The board of directors is charged with the responsibility of providing an environment that promotes social interaction between multi-sport athletes and cooperation between other sister clubs of “single” sport clubs in the area (i.e. swim, bike and running clubs).
TAT has an 11-member board of directors. Along with a lot of help from other active members, they host, promote and manage all club events, clinics, training, races and community initiatives.
WHAT DOES TAT DO & NOT DO?
TAT provides a social platform to better connect individual athletes to the multi-sport community
TAT communicates and informs members of relevant safety issues, USAT notices, local events and local resources
TAT hosts a social events throughout the year: Meet & Greets, End of Season Party, Holiday Light Run, etc.
TAT hosts 3 multi-sport races each year. Learn more at TATRaceSeries.com
TAT does not provide individual training plans
TAT does not provide individual coaching
TAT does not 'recommend' or 'endorse' training plans, software or coaches or coaching methods
TAT Member Benefits
Connect with fellow athletes and find training buddies. Every week Tulsa Area Triathletes swim, bike and run together. And, we have lot of fun in the process. As a member you can enjoy group activities, lap pool access, race discounts, insurance coverage and the camaraderie of fellow triathletes of all ages, fitness and skill levels.
First, keep reading as you'll find answers to many of your basic questions here in our FAQ's
Second, everyone’s triathlon journey is unique so the best way to learn is to connect with your fellow triathletes at local swim, bike, run or club events and ask lots of questions. You'll find our members friendly and willing to answer your questions.
Check out our as facebook events page to learn when and where our next event will be. Note that all events are weather & safety dependent so check the event post before heading out.
Thursday evening runs are an ideal place to connect with local triathletes. After the run we'll head over to a local restaurant for dinner, drinks and such. Run with us or just drop by afterwards to chat - everyone is welcome. Learn more at TATOk.com/Running
If you join us for a group bike ride: helmets are required, headphones/earbuds not allowed and safety lights are highly encouraged.
Find running groups and help
Join our TAT running group on Thursday evening! Learn more at TATOk.com/Running
Runners World Tulsa is a tremendous resource. They offer free group runs several times each week as well as excellent structured programs for athletes of all abilities and experience levels. In addition to being running gear, apparel and training experts, the owners and much of the staff are triathletes. Runners World Racing is the race director of the TAT Race Series.
The Tulsa Running Club partners with the University of Tulsa and OU Sports Medicine to provide a guided track session every Tuesday at 6:00pm with an additional morning session at 6:00am during the summer. You'll find lots of local triathletes at TRC training and events. Learn more here TulsaRunningClub/Track
SWIM and find swimming help
Join TAT in the pool or for open water swims. Learn more at TATOk.com/swimming
Check out Tulsa Masters Swim Club. TMSC hosts swim workouts for adult fitness swimmers, triathletes and competitive (current or former) swimmers who enjoy organized group workouts. Workout times vary- generally masters lanes/workouts are available 6 days/week, Mon-Sat at the Jenks Trojan Aquatic Center, 495 N. Birch Street, Jenks, OK. Learn more at OKswim.org
Visit BixbyBicycles in Bixby. They are long-time TAT supporters, have fantastic service and offer group rides.
Visit Phat Tire Bike Shop has 9 locations across NE Oklahoma and NW Arkansas. Learn more at PhatTireBikeShop.com
kids triathlons?
Yes! TAT hosts a Kids Triathlon at the TAT Tulsa Triathlon. Age divisions are 5-8 and 9-12. Learn more at TATRaceSeries.com
TAT will host our first youth Splash-N-Dash this summer. Dates and details coming in March 2020.
Saint Francis Health Zone offers an indoor triathlon for kids each spring. Learn more at HealthZone/KidsMiniTriathlon
What is a triathlon?
'Triathlon' is one discipline within 'Multi-sport' race events. 'Multi-sport' means you have more than one option when it comes to what you want to race. There are six official multi-sport disciplines. Triathlon is the most well-known.
If you're a current member, you received a link in your member registration confirmation email when you registered as a TAT member. Use that link to print your TAT membership card. No luck? Click here for a more detailed how-to-illustration.
USAT membership
USAT membership is not required to be a TAT member however, USAT membership is required to participate in any USAT certified race. Learn more and/or purchase a USAT membership here: TEAMUSA.org
How to purchase TAT kits & apparel
Typically our online store opens for a few weeks each February so that members can order apparel in time for tri-kits, shorts & cycling jerseys to arrive prior to the Spring Fever Sprint Triathlon in April. We also open our TAT running apparel store a little later in the spring and feature tees, tanks and caps. Look for an email and Facebook posts announcing the store open dates. Sample tri-kits, shorts and jerseys are typically available to try-on while our online store is open.
Where do I get my TAT discount code for TAT Race registration?