AKTIV Beginner Triathlon CLINIC:
or in store at Trysport Niagara
Starting June 1 – August 3
Mondays at 5:30 pm – 7pm
COST $150 (pool time is included in the price)
LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE, EARLY REGISTRAION IS ENCOURAGED TO GUARENTEE A SPOT
- This 10 week beginner triathlon clinic is designed to get you ready for your first triathlon.
- No previous experience in triathlon is required. All you need is to be open to new experiences and having fun while developing new skills and fitness.
- In 10 weeks you will gain knowledge and practice in swimming, cycling, and running. You will develop understanding of proper technique, nutrition, and principles of training (pace, cadence, power, heart rate and perceived exertion) in each sport.
Beginner Triathlon General Clinic SCHEDULE:
| Date | Activity | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 1 | Orientation | Tysport Niagara | 5:30pm |
| June 8 | Run Orientation | Trysport Niagara | 5:30pm |
| June 15 | Bike Orientation | WCP | 5:30pm |
| June 22 | Bike/Run | WCP | 5:30pm |
| June 29 | Swim Orientation | Kiwanis Pool | 5:30pm |
| July 6 | Bike/Run | WCP | 5:30pm |
| July 13 | Swim/Run | Kiwanis Pool | 5:30pm |
| July 20 | Bike/Run | WCP | 5:30pm |
| July 27 | Swim/Run | Kiwanis Pool | 5:30pm |
| August 3 | Swim/Bike/Run | WRFC | 5:30pm |
LOCATION NOTES:
Trysport Niagara, 17 Lock Street, Port Dalhousie
WCP – Welland Canal Path, St. Catharines
Kiwanis Pool, Carlton Street, St. Catharines
WRFC – Welland Recreational Flatwater Center
Detailed meeting location will be provided upon registration.
Beginner Triathlon Clinic EQUIPMENT checklist:
The idea behind this beginner triathlon clinic is to introduce you to the sport, and use as much of equipment that you already have. It is still import to outline the basic needs and assist you with getting the right gear for your comfort and best experience. Below is a list of things to consider for each sport:
SWIM:
- swim suit
- goggles
- swim cap
For the swim portion of the clinic you will need a bathing suit, goggles and swim cap. All available at Trysport Niagara, once you register you will receive a 15% discount on all swimming apparel and accessories that you will need for the clinic.
BIKE:
- bicycle
- helmet
- triathlon shorts
- sunglasses
For the cycling portion, you will need a bike that is in good working condition and a helmet. A good pair or triathlon shorts is ideal as well as a water bottle, sunglasses etc. Please contact us at Trysport Niagara for a free bike consultation, as well to book a bike tune up. You will also receive 15% discount on all your cycling accessories and apparel.
RUN:
- Running shoes
- Running shorts/top
For the run portion of the clinic you will need a pair of running shoes, and running apparel of your choice. Please remember you will receive a 15% discount on all running shoes and apparel that you will need for the clinic.
Swim Sessions & Video Analysis
Swim Technique Sessions
We are hosting five (5) swim technique sessions where we will be covering the following topics:
- Elements of proper freesytle, proper use of and technique of ‘drills’, and the relation of freestyle to the other three main strokes (Fly, Back, and Breast),
- Learning the other strokes (Fly, Back, and Breast), and why you should work to get fast at these,
- Dealing with kick and body position, learning to kick, learning to love kick, and discovering why this is paramount and how you can be better at it,
- Advanced elements of freestyle including front quadrant swimming, starts, turns, and the clock,
- Summary and review of all topics,
Sessions will also include underwater video analysis. Eash swimmer will get copies of their videos for future reference.
Dates:
October 25th
November 8th & 29th
December 6th & 20th
Location:
Sessions are held at the Boys & Girls Club in Niagara Falls, 06:00am to 07:30am.
Cost is for 1 to 5 sessions (flat rate for one or all five)
Cost:
- $125+hst
- Aktiv Racing Members: $75+hst
Swim & Run Camps – Florida
Swim & Run Focus Training Camps in Clermont Florida
We have two winter training camps in 2014. Each camp has a main focus on swimming and running technique. They are based at the National Training Center in Clermont Florida.
Camp 1: March 9-16
Camp 2: April 13-20
Cost: $1200+hst
Training Camp includes:
- two, 2-hour pool sessions each day, Monday to Friday,
- five running sessions at the track and along the waterfront running path,
- underwater video analysis and running video analysis,
- long run on the citrus grove road,
Price includeds:
- all access to the National Training Center pool, track, and facility (www.usantc.com)
- airport pick up and drop off at Orlando Internation Airport (MCO)
- accomdation in rooms (two people per room) in a vacation home at the Swiss Ski School in Clermont
- all coaching and video analysis,
*Camp capacity is 8, unless we have 12 in wich case we may have two houses at the Swiss Ski School.
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