Bibs
Alessia and Charly will be happy to help you set up and run the bib stand.
- Stand assembly
- Bib management and distribution
- On-site registration
Information
Sandrine will show you the importance of the info booth. If you speak several languages, this is the job for you!
In the village, information for athletes and the public:
- Race schedule and timetable
- Site orientation
Parking
It’s Yves who will train you in the diplomacy and firmness required for the job. If you’re patient enough to stay until the end of the day, you’ll be rewarded with a beer to share with your supervisor…
- Direct motorists, competitors, visitors and sponsors to their respective parking areas
- Directing people to the heart of the event
- At the end of the event, help dismantle the structures
Podiums
Lorraine is our master of ceremonies. Alongside him, you’ll have to prepare the prizes before the Triathlon, and during the weekend, you’ll have the privilege of seeing lots of smiles at the medal ceremony. Don’t forget yours!
- Set-up and installation of the prize-giving area
- Preparation of prizes and distribution to athletes during the two days of competition.
Sponsorship
Marina and Alessandro are responsible for all our sponsors and partners. You’ll have to decorate different parts of the course or the finish area with banners or other signs under their lynx eyes.
- Dress the Colovray site (stadium, swimming pool, strategic surroundings) in accordance with each sponsor’s and partner’s contracts, using the promotional material received.
- Embellish the barriers with felt to project a clean, harmonious and professional image of our triathlon.
Aquathlon/Duathlon
You’ll be working with Jan, who knows all the ins and outs of triathlon. Assembly and dismantling work begins on Friday. During the competition, surveillance on the running course, at the start of the swimming course and in the transition area near the Olympic pool.
- Assembly (Friday) & dismantling of lanes and poolside changing area.
- During the races: 7 volunteers in the pool area + 7 volunteers on the running course.
- Lake device in place for starters and swim course.
Logistics
Marie-Sophie is the conductor of the set-up and tear-down. Under his direction, you’ll have to roll up your sleeves, but always with a smile and a good mood. If you have a car license, even better.
- Assembly and dismantling of infrastructure (changing facilities, tents, barriers and carpets)
- Help with setting up other areas (tables, chairs and transporting equipment)
Set-up begins on the Saturday before the event and dismantling begins on Sunday at 4pm until Monday evening after the event. Van driving license welcome.
Swimming pool
Anthony will give you the information you need to pass on to the athletes, and you’ll also have to look after their safety without jumping in! Good physical condition is a plus.
- Inform athletes (adults and children) about the swim course
- Ensure the safety of athletes during races, guide them to the right place on the course if necessary
- Filter categories and support with infrastructure set-up and dismantling
Volunteer positions ideally require good physical condition.
TriKids
Katia invites you to be rigorous in the Tri kids park. Between accompanying the children into the park, ensuring their safety and managing the rest of the tasks of checking, dismantling and collecting the remaining items, you’ll need to keep your cool and your patience.
- Accompany children inside the park
- Explain how the park works and its rules
- Manage parents and answer questions about the running of races and ensure children’s safety
- Control the passages inside the park and the passages outside the park
- Clear away any remaining belongings and dismantle the park at the end of the races
Lake (Boat crew)
Marc is the savior of athletes. He manages all those who work on the lake, including lifeboats, paddles and divers, who guarantee safety. So if you’re handy on a paddle or kayak and own one, you’ll be a great asset to this position. Some assembly and dismantling work is also required at the end of the day on Sundays. You’ll be tired at the end of the weekend, but you’ll also have a front-row seat for the start of the race.
- Ensure the safety of athletes in the swimming section
- Be present with your usual crew of rescuers or divers
Please indicate which crew you belong to.
MOUNTAIN BIKING
Mathieu and his mountain bike will be at your side to open and close the course all weekend long. If you’re not afraid of covering a few kilometers in any weather, and your mountain bike’s tires are inflated, you could do the trick (Gravel accepted, we’re not closed to bent handlebars)!
- Opening + closing of TriKids races (bike + run).
- Opening + closing of running events on the “Adult” distances: Discovery, Short, Olympic Distance, Duathlon and Aquathlon.
All you need is a mountain bike or gravel bike, and to be comfortable on your bike. You don’t need to be Cancellara, but you do need to be responsive and motivated to be on the bike all day!
Exchange park
Leah and Loris are waiting for you at the change park to set up the structures, check everyone in and out, manage the flow of athletes and see them through to the finish! In short, you won’t be bored at the exchange park!
- Assembly and dismantling of the changing room
- Helps manage park entrances and exits
- Assistance to referees for athlete checks
- Manage flows and assist athletes with questions
- Monitor passage areas to improve safety for athletes and others. Indicate the end of the bike route (Dismount line)
- Assist athletes at the finish line (timing chip and direction indicator)
- Monitoring the secure bike park
Village
Pauline, mayor of the Triathlon Village, needs you to help her with all the tasks involved in setting up the village. You don’t need strong arms, just good humour.
Volunteering in the Triathlon Village means helping Pauline (Village Mayor) to..:
- Set up and dismantle the various defined areas (tables, benches, tents, podiums, decorations). You don’t need strong arms, but a good pair of gloves, a pair of wire cutters and a good mood are all you need to accomplish these tasks!
The village is set up a few days before the triathlon and generally dismantled on Sunday afternoon/Monday morning. Often under a blazing sun, a cap and sun cream are a must 😉 Refreshments provided and a relaxed atmosphere!
Durability
Katia, our sustainability specialist, will raise your awareness of sustainable development in all its forms. This position is suitable for people who don’t want to do physical work.
- Management of the sustainability stand at the Nyon Triathlon, offering athletes and the public the chance to exchange second-hand clothing and sports equipment.
- The stand is also a place to discuss the subject of sustainable development and to learn more about the Nyon Triathlon’s various eco-responsibility efforts.
- An interest in or basic knowledge of sustainable development is a plus but not a necessity
This position is suitable for people who don’t want to do physical work.
Bike route
Joel, Cyril and Bryan are the guardians of the bike course, so you’ll need to be flexible, careful and work with the police and security guards. Assembling and dismantling tasks are also on the agenda in this very demanding sector of triathlon.
- Course set-up 2 days during the week preceding the triathlon (preparation of one pallet per sector)
- Setting up equipment the day before the races
- During the races: management of the various junctions on the cycling route in collaboration with the police and security guards
- Dismantling on Sunday after the last cyclist has passed through, everything is collected and taken to the equipment park in Colovray. Dismantling target: finish by 8pm. On Mondays, the material is sorted and returned to its various partners.
Transition
With Loïc, safety rhymes with rigor. You’ll need to be attentive, responsive and authoritative to ensure that everything runs smoothly when athletes and visitors pass through. Sunscreen or rain boots essential, depending on the weather. Ensures the safety of the race and applies the course corresponding to the category between the major infrastructures.
Positions requiring a wide range of skills are needed:
- Securing road crossings (pool entrance)
- Pedestrian management (in front of the village, entrance to the stadium, stadium and exit from the parking lot)
- Moving barriers for course modifications (Saturday afternoon only)
In any case, a good human contact will facilitate this work. Must like the sun when it’s sunny (which it always is) or the rain (which, of course, it never is).
Supply
Coralie will give you a special experience at the refreshment station, thanks to the delicious choices she has carefully selected for the athletes. Some assembly and dismantling tasks are also essential to the smooth running of this sector, but above all it’s good humor and dynamism that are essential.
Renowned as one of the best in Switzerland, this sector is responsible for supplying every athlete during the run and at the finish. It is divided into three posts and needs a team of dynamic, motivated volunteers to..:
- Serve drinks (water, energy drinks) and lots of treats (fruit, chocolate, homemade pastries).
- No equipment required, just your smile, your motivation and your good mood.
- Set-up: erection of tents at the three stations and installation of the respective equipment (fridge, tables, chairs, parasols, barriers, cups, etc.) as well as installation of the water connection with hoses.
- Dismantling: tidy up and dismantle tents on Sunday evening immediately after the end of the races.
This position is suitable for people who don’t want to do physical work.
Lake (Kayak & Paddle)
Marc is the savior of athletes. He manages all those who work on the lake, including lifeboats, paddles and divers, who guarantee safety. So if you’re handy on a paddle or kayak and own one, you’ll be a great asset to this position. Some assembly and dismantling work is also required at the end of the day on Sundays. You’ll be tired at the end of the weekend, but you’ll also have a front-row seat for the start of the race.
- Ensure the safety of athletes in the swimming section
- Paddlers and kayakers will be on the front line of intervention along the swimming course.
- Help athletes in difficulty to get out of the water and to be taken care of by rescue crews on the boats.
Rescue training is not necessary, but you must be comfortable and have good control of your board or kayak. You’ll need your own board (ideally inflatable) or kayak. Your machine can be dropped off on site over the weekend. The activity can be quite physical but is very rewarding!