ABOUT US
Oxford University Modern Pentathlon Association offers one of the university's most challenging and interdisciplinary sports opportunities. We cater to those of all skill levels, from complete beginners to those seeking high-level competition.
The Modern Pentathlon consists of five disciplines designed to test the complete athlete. The disciplines are spread between four events:
Swimming
100m freestyle (4 lengths of 25m)
Épée Fencing
one touch round-robin
Obstacle Course Racing (OCR)
including hanging rings, monkey bars, and the infamous warped wall
Combined Running and Laser Pistol shooting
5x600m on the athletics track with 5 target shoots in between
In competitions, the events are run separately throughout the day with short breaks in between. Check out the new OCR discipline here
Membership includes access to all training sessions, coaching, and kit use. We also offer laser run/OCR only memberships.
For the social athlete, OUMPA also offers regular social events with meals, crew dates and nights out being offered throughout term time. The competitions display the team's infamous ability to perform in the notorious 6th and 7th events.
This is an exciting and changing time for the sport of modern pentathlon and a great time to get involved. Watch Team GB take double gold at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics!
Find the Oxbridge pentathlon link here which contains links to the BUCS and varsity match websites, Old Blues website and the Varsity Vault website.
TIMETABLE
Michaelmas Term 2026
Our core sessions are in bold. These are attended by the majority of the club each week.
Monday
Combined
17.30 - 19.30
Cricket Schools & Iffley Track
Tuesday
Fencing
07.00 - 09.00
Cricket School
Swim
19.30 - 21.00
Rosenblatt Pool
Wednesday
Combined
17.00 - 19.00
Cricket Schools & Iffley Track
OCR
18.00-20.00
TeamGB Bath
Thursday
Combined
07.30 - 09.30
Iffley Track
Swimming
21.00 - 22.30
Rosenblatt Pool
Friday
Fencing
17.00 - 18.30
Cricket Schools
Saturday
OCR Workshop
13.00 - 14.30
TeamGB Bath
Sunday
S&C
TBD
Swim (with Tri Club)
TBD
Committee 2026-27
Izzy Wong
Captain
Robert McDonald
Captain
Emma Madden
President
Venetia Hamilton
Treasurer
Jackson Moore
Secretary
Marie Girardet
Welfare & Social Secretary
Competitions
OUMPA runs and competes in several key competitions throughout the year, so keep your diaries open for these exciting opportunities:
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Oxford Tetrathlon, MT - A chance to compete with pentathletes from Oxford and across the UK on home turf. Perfect for new athletes to test their skills or for returning athletes to start the competition season. Taking place in Oxford on Saturday 17th October 2026.
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Novice Varsity Match, MT - A friendly introduction competition for pentathlon beginners to compete against those from Cambridge. Held away in Cambridge this year on Saturday 14th November 2026.
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National Rankings MT/HT - For the experienced pentathlete, this is a chance to compete with the best in the UK. A series of 3 monthly competitions held at the National Pentathlon Hub at the University of Bath between December and February.
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Cuppers, HT - Bring all your friends along for the ultimate competition to decide which college is truly the best! Date TBD for Hilary Term.
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BUCS, HT - The national university competition for modern pentathlon. Your last chance to prove yourself before varsity selection. OUMPA have a history of doing Oxford proud at this one. Plus there are shiny medals up for grabs. Taking place at the University of Bath on in late March.
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Varsity, Easter Vac - The Oxford vs Cambridge showdown! Held on neutral ground at Bath National Training Centre, this is the competition of the year. And oh boy is it a big one. This will be the highlight of your pentathlon career. Taking place on 3rd April 2027.
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Old Blues, TT - Your chance to compete with the golden oldies themselves and meet some living legends. Though the meal is by far the most famous part, the competition is a good one.
Notices
Check back in a few weeks for announcements about the coming term.
Gallery
CONTACT US
If you have any questions, queries, issues or suggestions please don't hesitate to get in contact! You can email our president or captains directly or message us on Instagram!
Contact Details for 2026/27:
President: Emma Madden
modernpentathlon.club@sport.ox.ac.uk
Men's captain: Robert McDonald
Robert.macdonald@maths.ox.ac.uk
Women's captain: Izzy Wong
Isabelle.wong@st-annes.ox.ac.uk
Please note that the previous submission form has been discontinued. If you have not been contacted, please contact us via email or Instagram direct message (@oxfordmodernpent).
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