Health and racquet club chain David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has announced the affiliation and launch of triathlon clubs across its English estate in partnership with Triathlon England.

The group has also confirmed that it has secured the same status with Triathlon Scotland for its six Scottish venues and with Welsh Triathlon for its Welsh property. Members of all fitness levels and ability will have the opportunity to participate in structured training programmes and sessions run by British Triathlon-qualified coaches.

The partnership will also offer discounted membership for its guests to each respective home nation triathlon organisation, while DLL is planning to hold its own events from 2012. DLL group health and fitness manager Rob Beale said: "With all our clubs having first class facilities and Triathlon-trained coaches it made sense to offer triathlon training with a structured programme.

"We are looking forward to seeing our members competing in triathlons, including our own family-friendly events in May next year."