ABOUT US
Oxford University Modern Pentathlon Association offers one of the university's most challenging and diverse interdisciplinary sports opportunities. We cater to those of all skill levels, from complete beginners to those seeking challenging high-level competition.
Modern pentathlon as a sport consists of five disciplines designed to test the complete athlete. The events are spread between four events:
Freestyle swimming (200m)
Épée Fencing
Showjumping/ Obstacle Course Racing (OCR) (new format)
Combined Event (Running (5x600m) and Laser Pistol Shooting)
Check out the new OCR sport here
We are excited to be able to offer laser run and OCR only membership options this year!
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 2025
Taster sessions are highlighted in red. These will run in weeks 1 & 2 of Michaelmas term.
*please contact someone before attending asterisked sessions
Monday
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Tuesday
Combined*
07.00 - 09.00
Iffley Track
Swim
19.30 - 21.00
Rosenblatt Pool
Wednesday
S&C
07.00 - 08.00
Iffley Gym
Combined
17.00 - 19.00
Cricket School
Thursday
Fencing*
07.00 - 09.00
Cricket School
Swim
21.00 - 22.30
Rosenblatt Pool
Friday
Fence
17.00 - 19.00
Cricket School
Saturday
Swim
14.00 - 15.30
Rosenblatt Pool
Sunday
Social Run* 10.00
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Committee 2025-26
Anish Shah
Captain
Joanna Leadley
President
Megan Eastick
Secretary
Rob Mitchell
Treasurer
Emma Godden
Armourer
Maud Tregear
Welfare
Max Cowan
Member Without Position
EVENTS
OUMPA runs and competes in several key events throughout the year, so keep your diaries open for these exciting opportunities:
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Novice Varsity Match, MT - A friendly introduction competition for pentathlon beginners to compete against those from Cambridge. Held this year in Oxford on Saturday 15th November 2025.
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Oxford Tetrathlon, MT - A new competition for the 2025/26 season, this is a chance to compete with pentathletes from Oxford and surrounding areas. Perfect for new athletes to test their skills or for returning athletes to start the competition season.
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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 competitions held at national pentathlon hubs.
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Cuppers, HT - Bring all your friends along for the ultimate competition to decide which college is truly the best! A friendly, open-to-all laser-run competition, which will take place Wednesday 25th January 2026 (5.00-7.00pm).
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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.
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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. [Held 28th March 2026].
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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
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 2025/26:
President: Joanna Leadley
modernpentathlon.club@sport.ox.ac.uk
Men's captain: Anish Shah
Please use the following sign-up form for 2025/26.
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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