What’s New @TriOntario

If you are still holding onto a 2014 Triathlon Ontario membership, don’t forget that it will expire on the night of March 31, 2015. Renew soon so you can continue enjoying all of the great membership benefits of the TriOnt family.

You can easily renew or sign up for a new membership by clicking here.

For a full list of membership benefits and why you should join, check out our website!!

Triathlon Ontario Camps & Clinics

Ultimate Age Grouper Swim Clinic

In partnership with the Canadian Sport Institute Ontario (CSIO), we are offering a world class Open Water Swim Clinic specifically designed for Age Groupers. There are many quality swim clinics available but not have the level of expertise and the rare opportunity to experience the multimillion dollar Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre. You don’t need to be an Olympian to work with Olympic level coaches and consultants.

To register click here
For full schedule click here

Triathlon Ontario’s Muskoka and Mont Tremblant IRONMAN® Training Camps

If anyone is considering doing their first ever (or fifteenth) IRONMAN® Muskoka or Mont Tremblant race to hone their skills, why not try out one of our camps. Each camp will feature Lisa Bentley and her LBT coaching team who are offering premium training to each participant. Next price increase starts March 1st, 2015, so sign up soon.

*Discounts available if signing up for both camps

Date: July 10-12, 2015 (Mont Tremblant)
Date: July 24-26, 2015 (Muskoka)

Price:
If registered before March 1st: $400 + 13% HST ($52.00) = $452.00
If registered after March 1st: $450 + 13% HST ($58.50) = $508.50

Click here for full camp schedule and registration form (Mont Tremblant)
Click here for full camp schedule and registration form (Muskoka)

Age Grouper News

Toronto Triathlon Festival – Sprint and Standard Provincial Championship & National Qualifier

The Toronto Triathlon Festival (TTF) will host 2015 Provincial Championships for both the Sprint and Standard (Olympic) distances. The TTF has also been deemed a “National Qualifying” race by Triathlon Canada. As such, there will be three automatic 2016 ITU World Championship qualifying spots in each distance for each gender in each age group. For those interested in wearing the maple leaf in 2016 in Mexico but may not finish on the podium, there is still a very good opportunity to claim an extra spot but you must race in a qualifying race such as the TTF…

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New Long Course Provincial Series & Provincial Championship

We are proud to announce a new Long Course Provincial Series for Age Groupers and that the Subaru IRONMAN 70.3 Muskoka race on July 5th, 2015 will host this year’s Long Course Triathlon Provincial Championships. In order to participate in the Series, athletes must be Triathlon Ontario members by the final point tally, after the last event. The list of the five events and their associated point weights are as follows:

Race Date Point Weights
MSC Welland Half Triathlon                    June 14, 2015 1.0x
IRONMAN 70.3 Muskoka                         July 5, 2015 1.25x (Provincials)
MSC Long Course Triathlon                     August 2nd, 2015 1.0x
IRONMAN Muskoka                                  August 30th, 2015 1.5x
Niagara Barrelman                                      September 20, 2015 1.0x

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Indoor Provincial Championships – Second Half

– Earn points to become Provincial Indoor Champion –

Just a reminder that the second installment of the Triathlon Ontario Indoor Provincial Championships will be held on February 28th. This race’s points will be worth 1.5 times that of the first race.

Details:
The last race will be held at McMaster University. The format will consist of a 15 minute timed swim in a 25 metre pool; points will be allocated for the distance covered in the allotted time. Athletes will then have a five minute transition time to prepare for the bike leg. The bike leg consists of a 15 minute time trial on stationary electronic bikes, points will be allocated for distance covered. Athletes will then have another five minute transition time to prepare for the run. The run consists of a 15 minute timed run on a 200 metre indoor track. The further your go in each leg the more points you will accumulate. The higher your score, the higher you will rank in the overall race (by age category).

Click here for Part 1 results
For registration and further details please click here.

Youth News

Youth Cup Series

2015 will be the third year for the developmental competition whose purpose is to provide youth aged athletes (14-15) competitive draft legal racing opportunities and youth aged athletes (12-13) an introduction to competitive racing through a series of non-draft legal races. The Series began in 2013 with four races in one category (14-15) with less than 20 participants with one draft legal race. In 2014, the Series expanded to include five races, three of which were draft legal in the 14-15 age category and four races in the newly created 12-13 age category. Participation grew to 40 athletes in the 14-15 age group and 45 in the 12-13 age group…

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For point breakdowns and more Youth Cup information please visit our Youth Cup page. Athletes must be members of Triathlon Ontario to be included in the Series.

2015 OSG Qualifiers

As per the previously announced changes to next season’s Ontario Summer Games (OSG), the qualifying events will be within the 2015 Ontario Youth Cup with one race in 2016 acting as a last chance “wild card” race for those looking to qualify. The OSG is open to athletes born in either 2000 or 2001.

The 2016 OSG will be in Mississauga and is a draft legal race, athletes must be draft legal certified before the OSG race date in order to participate as well as be Triathlon Ontario members in the year of qualification and in the year of the OSG…

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Upcoming Training & Development Days

Just a reminder to all of the youth and junior athletes that the third and fourth sessions of our Youth/Junior Training Days will be held in Ottawa on February 28, Peterborough on March 7, Guelph on March 8. Register today!

Registration forms and a complete list of the schedules can be found here

Junior/U23/Elite News

Florida Camp

Our Provincial Development Team, made up of some of the top Juniors and U23s in the province, are heading down to Florida this weekend for an intense week long training camp in preparation for the CAMTRI North American Championships later in March. We are excited to announce that one of the ITU’s consistently best swimmers, Sara McLarty, will be joining the team to do a swim clinic for the team. We’ll be posting some photo’s on our social media pages during the camp so keep an eye out for them.

Coming Soon – New Draft Legal Race Series

The final touches are being put on the first ever Junior Draft Legal Cup Series in Ontario. The Series will be similar to the Youth Cup but for Juniors aged 16-19. The Series will either be three or four races in total and should be announced in the coming weeks.

We also excited to announce a new two race series for U23s and Elites. The two divisions will compete as one division and will be announced at the same time as the Junior Cup.

Quest For Gold

We are proud to announce a draft list of athletes who have been nominated for Ontario Cards under the 2014-2015 Quest for Gold – Ontario Athlete Assistance Program (OAAP). The athletes nominated were selected using the sport specific selection criteria developed by Triathlon Ontario, approved by its Board of Directors and applied by (the) Selection Committee.

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Club News

Club Sanctioning
– Time to get your club sanctioning in –

 Welcome back to those clubs that are re-sanctioning and a warm welcome to two new clubs, Collingwood Triathlon Club and NRG Performance Training, to the TriOnt Family. If you want to know why your club should sanction, check out the benefits of sanctioning with TriOnt. Click here for the benefits of joining a club for those that have never joined a club or are unsure of the benefits they can tap into.

New For 2015
• LBT-Lisa Bentley Tri
• The Finish Line Du Tri Women’s Club

Welcome Back
• Blast Triathlon Club
• Durham Region Triathlon Club
• Guelph Marlins Triathlon Club
• Hamilton Hammerheads Athletics Club
• Kincardine Triathlon Club
• North York Aquatic Club
• Saugeen Triathlon Ontario
• TIM – Team Iron Motivation
• Triathlon Club of Burlington

Coaching News

New NCCP Youth Development Coaching Course

We are holding a New NCCP Youth Development Coaching Course on April 25 & 26, 2014 at the Milton Sports Centre, in Milton, Ontario. This is a two day workshop for The NCCP Youth Development Coaching program which follows principles of LTAD (Long Term Athlete Development) emphasizing participation, skill learning, developmentally appropriate training, and FUN as integral components of multisport experiences for young people. LTAD ensures that young athletes are engaging in the most efficient, safe, and enjoyable practice activities for their stage of growth and athletic ability.

*If you’re coaching youth or are considering it, this is a must have course.

Time: 8:00AM – 4:00PM
Cost: Participant: $300.00

Sign up today to reserve your spot.
More info on Triathlon Coaching

New NCCP Toronto Community Level Coaching Course

We have an exciting and informative Community Level NCCP coaching course on April 11 & 12, 2015 that is in Toronto. The host venue is the Community Room in the Sport Alliance Ontario, 3 Concorde Gate Suite 205, Toronto, Ontario, M3C 3N7. This is an excellent introduction to key coaching concepts, general coaching information, and the principles of triathlon training for adults. The course is presented by an experienced instructor with applied exercises that provide opportunities for both learning and applying concepts of training and racing.

Time: 8:00AM – 4:00PM
Cost: Triathlon Ontario Member: $175.00
Non Member: $200.00

This course sells out so sign up today to reserve your spot.
REGISTER HERE
More info on Triathlon Coaching

Discounted Age Group

 Need more reasons why you should be a Triathlon Ontario member?

Toronto Triathlon Club Winter Training Camp in Tucson, Arizona

Join the Toronto Triathlon Club for their inaugural TTC Winter Training Camp in sunny Tucson Arizona from April 12-19th, 2015. Sign up by Feb 15th! : http://www.torontotriathlonclub.org/event-1799667

We will be doing a 7 night training camp geared at the intermediate athlete looking to gain early season volume and distance for half and full iron distance races. Prices for TTC members, TriOnt members and non-members available please email [email protected] to sign up.

Double Occupancy Queen Room (2 beds), Single Occupancy King Room (1 bed), Double Occupancy King Room (1 bed)- all available

LIVE SESSIONS
EVERY
WEDNESDAY
7 P.M.

UNTIL APRIL 29, 2015

TESTIMONIALS
“ It was great to do a class
in my own basement”

“ I didn’t have to fight
traffic, it was awesome”

“ Please sign me up
for the next one”

FOR MORE INFO
www.personalbest.ca
[email protected]

HOW TO GET IN:

STEP 1
REGISTER AT
http://www.powhow.com/classes/personal-besthealth-performance-inc

STEP 2
SET YOUR COMPUTER WITH HIGH SPEED
INTERNET IN FRONT OF YOUR BIKE

STEP 3
INPUT YOUR USERNAME
AND PASSWORD AND YOU ARE READY TO ROLL!

IN ADDITION TO THE LIVE SESSIONS, YOU WILL GET ACCESS TO A GROWING DATABASE OF VIDEOS

Triathlon Ontario members have a discount!

Use code TRIONT to get it!

2015 NRG Florida Winter Training Camps in Clermont, Florida

Afraid of another Polar Vortex this winter?? Join us in Florida Feb 14-21 or Feb 28 – March 7 for a great week of training in the heat! NRG camps are open to all athletes, with hands on coaching from some of the top coaches in the country and an all-inclusive camp where you get to train like a Pro. This is a great chance to get away from winter and get a head start on your season!

Triathlon Ontario members will receive a $50 discount off the regular price, but are also eligible for our early bird discounts so you can save up to $150 so book now!

You can find all the details here

 2015 NRG Europe Camp

NRG is headed to Menton, France May 7-17 this year. Menton is located just 15km from Nice and 5km from Monaco and Italy. We will be located on the water so there is easy access to open water swimming in the Mediterranean, as well we are at the foot of the famous Col de la Madone climb that many of the world’s top cyclists use to test their fitness. Enjoy 8 days of fully supported swim/bike/run training with the NRG team in France!

Triathlon Ontario members will receive a $100 discount and are also eligible for our early bird discount as well so don’t wait!

You can find all the details here

 LPC Swim Video Analysis Sessions

For you winter enthusiasts LPC is offering an exciting clinic on Feb. 21 & Apr. 11, 2015 in Ontario, for all athletes. LPC coaches James Loaring and Mark Linseman will capture your above and underwater swim stroke while providing prompt personalized feedback on the primary areas you should focus on for your stroke correction.

Triathlon Ontario members will receive a 20% discount when applying promo code TRION.

You can find all the details here
Already psyched? Sign up here

 LPC Functional Threshold Power Testing Service

Power provides the best indicator of improvements in your cycling fitness, largely because tracking power is both reliable and repeatable. It can be difficult to track improvement using time or speed if the courses you ride, or the conditions you ride in, are different. On Feb. 21 & Apr. 11, for 2015, LPC will be offering an FTP (Functional Threshold Power) test to help track improvements in fitness, optimal pacing, identifying bike fit and pedaling inefficiencies, and establishing power training zones that reflect an individual’s current fitness. This event is limited to 12 participants per session.

Triathlon Ontario members using promo code TRION will receive a 20% discount.

You can find all the details here
Click here to register

 2015 Muskoka TriSummit

– Keynote Speakers: Dr. Greg Wells PhD. & Barrie Shepley –

Triathlon Ontario is pleased to announce it is once again sponsoring the Muskoka TriSummit. From May 8th to 10th, thirteen of Ontario’s top triathlon coaches, professional athletes, and educators will come together for the 3rd annual Muskoka TriSummit. This is Canada’s only endurance sports conference put on by endurance athletes for endurance athletes.

Geared for all levels of endurance athletes (first timers included), the TriSummit will make athletes become smarter about their training, racing, nutrition and enhance their training with techniques to improve efficiency and power. Walk away race day ready!

Click here to register or for a full list of lectures and additional information regarding the 2015 Muskoka TriSummit.

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What’s New @TriOntario

Demystifying Insurance

Race Insurance
You probably hear all the time in various walks of life about the need for insurance, but very few actually know what that means.  In order for a race to get a permit from the local municipality a race director must seek out liability insurance that protects the race venue owners.  At many unsanctioned races, the only other additional insurance protection that is sought is for the race directors and their staff, leaving athletes unprotected.  When a race is deemed a Triathlon Ontario sanctioned race the race director has successfully gone through the process of submitting detailed paperwork and maps to ensure the race is safe and fair for everyone.  Our $5 million liability insurance policy then covers not only the venue, race director and staff, but also every athlete that is participating in the event.  Triathlon Ontario members also get an added benefit of also being covered under our $50 thousand sport accident policy (increase from $20K this year).  For more details of the coverage please see here.  These same two policies are also available for clubs that sanction their clubs and workouts with us.

New For 2015!
Individual Athlete Insurance
A new member benefit for this year is our new Individual Athlete Insurance.  For just an extra $10 on top of membership you can have our Liability and Sport Accident policies extended to your triathlon training 24 hours a day 7 days a week, worldwide coverage.  We are the only sanctioning body that is offering this type of additional coverage.  If you train alone or outside of Ontario, you can have the peace of mind of having that extra protection.

Bike Insurance
You spent thousands on your beautiful machine, but do you have any protection for it from theft or damage at a sanctioned race or sanctioned club workout?  In 2013 a bike was stolen from transition at an unsanctioned event in Ontario, and then this year, three bikes were stolen out of transition at a sanctioned event and luckily, one of those victims had purchased our insurance.  With more races requiring you to leave your bike overnight the risk of theft is increasing and you’ve most likely signed a waiver that does not hold the race director legally responsible.  If you think your house insurance covers your bike, you may want to review your policy.  Triathlon Ontario has very affordable premiums for its members who race at sanctioned events or train with sanctioned clubs during sanctioned workouts.  Don’t learn about the benefits of insurance the hard way.

Triathlon Ontario Announces Mini Series Indoor Provincial Championships

– Earn points in both indoor races and become Provincial Champion –

The Personal Best/Awake Caffeinated Chocolate indoor triathlons on December 13th, 2014 and February 28th, 2015 will serve as a two part Indoor Provincial Championship.  Points earned in the first race on December 13th will be totaled along with points earned in the second race on February 28th.  The second race’s points will be worth 1.5 times that of the first race.

Both races will be held at McMaster University. The format for both races will consist of a 15 minute timed swim in a 25 metre pool; points will be allocated for the distance covered in the allotted time.   Athletes will then have a five minute transition time to prepare for the bike leg.  The bike leg consists of a 15 minute time trial on stationary electronic bikes, points will be allocated for distance covered.  Athletes will then have another five minute transition time to prepare for the run.  The run consists of a 15 minute timed run on a 200 metre indoor track.  The further your go in each leg the more points you will accumulate. The higher your score, the higher you will rank in the overall race (by age category).

Relays & Clubs
Athletes can also form a two or three person relay team or you can compete as a club.  For a club to compete for the title it must be a Triathlon Ontario sanctioned club.  The format of the club competition is simply count your best four results from your club members and at least one must be a female.  You can enter as many club members as you like.

Entry fee for December 13th is just $25 plus HST.  Indoor triathlon is a great way to challenge yourself, compete with others and break up the monotony of winter training. The easy format doesn’t require a bike or wind trainer, all you need to bring is swim and running gear. Compete in age group, school or relay categories and there will be great prizes and fun for all!

For registration and further details please click here.

Upcoming Youth/Junior Training Days

Friendly reminder to all of those youth and juniors out there that the second sessions of our Youth/Junior Training Days will be held in Peterborough on December 13th and Ottawa on December 20th.  With January fast approaching, don’t put off registration for the next set of Training Days held in Peterborough on January 3, Guelph on January 4, and Ottawa on January 24.

Registration forms and a complete list of the schedules can be found here
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Attention Youth, Juniors and U23!  We Have a Holiday Camp Featuring Olympic Gold Medalist Glenroy Gilbert

As part of its Provincial Development Program, Triathlon Ontario is proud to offer a three day camp over the holiday season in Ottawa featuring Olympic Gold Medalist Glenroy Gilbert.  The camp is open to Youth, Junior and U23 athletes on a first come first serve basis.  Provincial Development Team members have the right of first refusal for a spot and there is a limit of 20 for the camp.  Details of the camp and registration is outlined below.

Location:  The Training Camp will be held at the Nepean Sportsplex in Ottawa.

Date:  December 27-29, 2014

Schedule:
Saturday, December 27, 2014 Nepean Sportsplex
9:30am – 11:00am: Swim
11:20am – 12:00pm: Break & Discussion – Junior/U23 development pathway
12:00pm – 1:30pm: Biking
2:00pm – 3:00pm: Run or Snowshoe
3:00pm: Pickup

Sunday, December 28, 2014 – Nepean Sportsplex
9:30am – 11:00am: Swim
11:20am – 12:00pm: Break & Discussion – creating a race plan
12:00pm – 1:30pm: Biking
2:00pm – 3:00pm: Run or Snowshoe
3:00pm: Pickup

Monday, December 29, 2014 – Nepean Sportsplex / Dome
9:30am – 11:00am: Swim
11:00am – 12:30pm: Drive out to the dome
1:00pm – 2:00pm: Speed & Development workshop with Olympic Gold Medallist
Glenroy Gilbert
2:00pm: Pickup at the dome & go home

Cost:
Non Provincial Development Team: $89.00
Provincial Development Team: $69.00

Register Now

Triathlon Ontario’s IRONMAN® Muskoka Training Camp

Triathlon Ontario has partnered with Lisa Bentley and her LBT coaching team to offer a premium training camp that is a must for anyone planning do to the first ever IRONMAN® Muskoka.

Many triathletes want to perform at their best for IRONMAN® Muskoka and need a little jump start to their daily training routine.  Triathlon Ontario has teamed up with 11-time IRONMAN® Champion, Lisa Bentley and her experienced coaching team to help take their preparation to the next level!

Triathletes will bring their goals and work ethics and leave fitter, stronger and better motivated.  This camp will provide a personalized one-on-one instruction and coaching so space is limited.

Date: July 24-26, 2015

The Camp Package Includes:

All training and coaching sessions, discussion sessions and question and answer sessions and one-on-one debriefs with Lisa Bentley and David Cracknell
PowerBar gift bag with training nutrition
Dinner on Saturday and brunch on Sunday
Motivational talk on Saturday night
Fully supported bike and run with on course nutrition complements of PowerBar
Discounted rate for lodging at Deerhurst Resort

Price: Early bird Pricing ends December 31st, 2014

$375 + 13% HST ($48.75) = $423.75
If registered before March 1st: $400 + 13% HST ($52.00) = $452.00
If registered after March 1st: $450 + 13% HST ($58.50) = $508.50

Click here for full camp schedule and registration form

Holiday Gift Ideas

Visit our store for great stocking stuffers.  If your loved one is doing the 2015 Muskoka Ironman® why not get them the gift of exceptional race guidance and experience from 11 time Ironman® triathlete, Lisa Bentley and her team of coaches?  Sign them up for Triathlon Ontario’s Muskoka Ironman Training Camp.

If you’re still buying sports drink at the grocery store there’s always Infinit for 20% off.  Don’t forget, there’s always the great gift of a 2015 Triathlon Ontario membership.  Email [email protected] for more details and application.

Coming Soon…

New NCCP Ottawa Community Level Coaching Course

Looking to acquire your coaching training?  We are offering a Community Level NCCP coaching course on January 17 and 18, 2015 in Ottawa.  The host venue is the University of Ottawa, 120 University Private, Ottawa, Ontario in the Faculty of Social Science building. This is an excellent introduction to key coaching concepts, general coaching information, and the principles of triathlon training for adults.  The course is presented by an experienced instructor with applied exercises that provide opportunities for both learning and applying concepts of training and racing.

Time:  8:00AM – 4:00PM, both days

Cost: Triathlon Ontario Member: $175.00
Non Member: $200.00

This course sells out so sign up today to reserve your spot.

REGISTER HERE

More info on Triathlon Coaching

Discounted Age Group Camps and Clinics

Need more reasons why you should be a Triathlon Ontario member?  Check out the great discounts on these great camps and clinics from our friends at NRG and LPC!

2015 NRG Florida Winter Training Camps in Clermont, Florida

Afraid of another Polar Vortex this winter?? Join us in Florida Feb 14-21 or Feb 28 – March 7 for a great week of training in the heat! NRG camps are open to all athletes, with hands on coaching from some of the top coaches in the country and an all inclusive camp where you get to train like a Pro. This is a great chance to get away from winter and get a head start on your season!

Triathlon Ontario members will receive a $50 discount off the regular price, but are also eligible for our early bird discounts so you can save up to $150 so book now!

You can find all the details here

2015 NRG Europe Camp

NRG is headed to Menton, France May 7-17 this year. Menton is located just 15km from Nice and 5km from Monaco and Italy.  We will be located on the water so there is easy access to open water swimming in the Mediterranean, as well we are at the foot of the famous Col de la Madone climb that many of the world’s top cyclists use to test their fitness. Enjoy 8 days of fully supported swim/bike/run training with the NRG team in France!

Triathlon Ontario members will receive a $100 discount and are also eligible for our early bird discount as well so don’t wait!

You can find all the details here

LPC Swim Video Analysis Sessions

For you winter enthusiasts LPC is offering an exciting clinic on Dec. 6, 2014 & Jan. 10, Feb. 21, Apr. 11, 2015 in Ontario, for all athletes.  LPC coaches James Loaring and Mark Linseman will capture your above and underwater swim stroke while providing prompt personalized feedback on the primary areas you should focus on for your stroke correction.

Recording under the water allows for a clear picture of what is happening leading to a better stroke and faster time.  LPC will be using a GoPro camera to record the front, beneath, and the side of the swimmer, review the data and provide tips for immediate improvement.  As an added feature, your stroke footage will be uploaded to a secure webpage for future reference.

There is a 10 participant cap per session.

Triathlon Ontario members will receive a 20% discount when applying promo code TRION.

You can find all the details here

Already psyched? Sign up here

LPC Functional Threshold Power Testing Service

Power provides the best indicator of improvements in your cycling fitness, largely because tracking power is both reliable and repeatable.  It can be difficult to track improvement using time or speed if the courses you ride, or the conditions you ride in, are different.  On Dec. 6, 2014 & Jan. 10, Feb. 21, Apr. 11, for 2015, LPC will be offering an FTP (Functional Threshold Power) test to help track improvements in fitness, optimal pacing, identifying bike fit and pedaling inefficiencies, and establishing power training zones that reflect an individuals current fitness.  This event is limited to 12 participants per session.

Triathlon Ontario members using promo code TRION will receive a 20% discount.

You can find all the details here

Click here to register

Holiday Hours of The Office

2014 has been a very good, but busy year for Triathlon Ontario and it’s time to take a break to recharge the batteries.  Have no fear, the elves at the TriOnt workshop are hard at work planning for a fantastic 2015!  The Triathlon Ontario office will be closed from Wednesday December, 24 and reopening on January 5 with the usual office hours of Monday-Thursday 9:30-3 pm.  Have a Happy Holidays!??

Don’t Forget to Join our New LinkedIn Group

Do you have a LinkedIn account?  Have questions about races or training or just love to talk triathlon?  Then you should know we’ve started a new Age Group Community page on LinkedIn that you should join.  It’s a discussion forum where you can ask questions or answer other people’s questions and share your love of the sport.  You can join here http://linkd.in/1qDZgeU

Tara’s Nutrition Tips

Tara Postnikoff is a registered Nutritional Consultant, Triathlon Coach and Personal trainer

What’s New @TriOntario

Stellar Lineup of Guest Speakers for Our Annual Day of Seminars and Awards Luncheon

– Lisa Bentley to headline as special guest speaker at awards luncheon –

We have an incredible line up of guest speakers and seminar presenters for our Annual Day of Seminars and Awards Luncheon, in conjunction with our AGM on November 8th, 2014 in Mississauga, Ontario. The Seminars are open to everyone that has an interest in attending and learning more about training techniques and being inspired to achieve their goals, whether that be coaches, athletes, parents etc.

Please see here for the list of prices and times of the seminars and the registration forms. Individuals can choose to attend all or some of the seminars and those that want to attend just the Awards Luncheon are welcome to stay for the Special Guest Speaker.

The seminar topics, list of presenters and bios are as follows:

“Strength Training for Triathlon Performance” – Ryan MacDonald, 9:15 am
Over the past 10 years, Ryan MacDonald has spent time working with provincial, national and professional athletes from a variety of sports and recently joined the staff at Canadian Sport Institute Ontario where he is working alongside Canada’s top athletes as a Strength and Conditioning coach. Ryan has an Honours BA in Kinesiology from Wilfred Laurier University and is in the process of completing his MSc in Exercise Science from University of Toronto.

“Fuel for Sport” – Jennifer Sygo, 10:30 am
Jennifer Sygo M.Sc., RD is a dietitian, writer, author, and professional speaker specializing in prevention and performance. A leading sport nutritionist, Jennifer has worked with athletes ranging from the recreational level to Olympic and world medalists, as well as professional athletes in the NHL, CFL, and Major League Baseball. She currently serves as the team dietitian for Athletics Canada’s sprint, hurdles, and relay team in Toronto, and also works with Gymnastics Canada and Triathlon Canada.

She has provided presentations and keynote addresses for organizations including Dietitians of Canada, Kellogg’s, GE, and RBC, and her nutrition expertise is regularly featured in the media, including CBC News and Radio, CanadaAM, and CTV. She is a regular contributor to Ricardo Magazine, and her nutrition column appears in the Health section of the National Post every Tuesday. In 2011, Jennifer was featured as the nutrition expert in the documentary Run, Run Revolution, a part of the CBC’s acclaimed Live Right Now Series. In 2014, Jennifer’s first book, “Unmasking Superfoods: the Truth and Hype about Acai, Quinoa, Chia, Blueberries, and More”, became a national best-seller.

“Be a Life Champion” – Lisa Bentley – Awards Luncheon Guest Speaker
Lisa Bentley is a motivational speaker as well as an 11-time Ironman Champion and recent inductee into the Triathlon Canada Hall of Fame. Lisa’s list of accomplishments include; 11-time Ironman 70.3 Champion, five top ten finishes at the Ironman World Championships, gold medalist and flag bearer at the 1995 Pan Am Games. She also has done colour commentary for CBC, CTV, TSN, Sportsnet and IRONMANlive for numerous ITU World Cups, Olympics and Ironman events.

“Technique Will Determine How Far Your Fitness Will Take You” – Greg Kealey, 2:15pm
Greg Kealey has been the Provincial Development Coach for Triathlon Ontario since 2012. In 2001, Greg founded the Bytown Storm in Ottawa and since 2006, Bytown athletes have accumulated over 30 Provincial, National and International podium finishes. The club is one of the few in Canada to have programs for both youth as young as 8 and adults, with recreational and draft legal streams. Some of Greg’s accomplishments include; Triathlon Canada Elite Coach of the Year (2010), Triathlon Canada Award of Excellence (2012), Triathlon Ontario Coach of the Year (2008, 2009) and Greg is only one of three coaches in Ontario to be an NCCP Certified Competitive Development Coach.

The Annual General Meeting will be held at 3:30 pm. There is no cost to attend and all active Triathlon Ontario members are encouraged to attend.

Athlete Nominations

Call for Annual Award Winners

Every year at the end of the season Triathlon Ontario hosts an awards luncheon to recognize the accomplishments of its members. In addition to athletic achievements, there are a number of awards that celebrate the contributions of the sport’s most important people such as coaches, volunteers, builders and officials.

Due to the number of members and achievements, Triathlon Ontario relies on the nominations in order to celebrate its member’s achievements. If there are no nominations for an award, no award will be given. Please have the nomination forms in by October 16th, 2014.

The annual awards luncheon will be held at Novotel Mississauga, located at 3670 Hurontario Street, Mississauga, Ontario at 12pm. Details of the annual day of seminars and guest speakers is currently being finalized and will be announced shortly.

Click here for the Awards Nomination Form.

PowerWatts

We’ve Partnered with PowerWatts to Provide Discounted Pricing to our Members

We have teamed up with PowerWatts to give you the opportunity to train in a unique, comfortable, and electrifying environment during the fall winter season.  TriOnt members receive a special discount for specific programs, another way we are giving greater value to our members.  The PowerWatts training system offers a distinctive group (or individual) indoor cycling experience that will evaluate your technique, bike positioning, and power output, as well as, program customization based on your needs created by PowerCoaches.  Each technique, endurance and power development instructional workout is lead by a certified and experienced PowerCoach.  It’s fun and challenging because each rider works at their own specific level.  Pricing and contact details below.

 Training Program

60-90 minute triathlon / cycling specific PowerWatts classes facilitated by a certified PowerWatts coach using both the flagship PowerWatts Multi –Adjustable system and revolutionary PowerWatts E-Motion Roller Platforms

 Individual threshold testing for CP20 + FTP with results used as markers for race pace performaces

Post Session data reports tracking all metrics available for individual use with Strava, TrainingPeaks, or interpretation + feedback by PowerWatts coaches.

 Ride – a – Race

Simulated recon rides for any event in the world, from Muskoka to Hawaii.

Pricing Structure

$38.00 per session 1x per week (Regular $41.50)

$36.50 per session 2x per week (Regular $40.00)

$35.00 per session 3x per week (Regular $38.00)

Total price based on a 20-30 week program.

108 Vine Ave, Toronto – High Park – [email protected]

150 Eglinton Ave East, 5^th Floor, Toronto – The Sports Medicine Specialists – [email protected]

Christmas is Coming

Only 11 Weeks till Christmas

Finished your Xmas shopping for everyone that is not on your notty list? Head over to our new online store for our Signature Roots hoodie (top seller) or pick up a myFloat to keep your gear dry while you’re training in the spring. We all also have great stocking stuffers: TriOnt arm warmers (non compression), visors, cool dry hats, water bottles and license plate covers. Every dollar spent at our store is reinvested back into the sport to help support the growth of Multisport in Ontario, guaranteed.

We also offer customizations for special items (a personalized, special thank you to your members?) for your club members? You can also buy direct from an even larger catalogue by checking out (insert link to our website) or contacting Ian Feldman direct at [email protected] or 416-498-4334.

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SIRC

SIRC Member ID

Hey Coaches have you gotten your FREE SIRC member ID? It’s a great reference tool. Don’t delay, email [email protected] for your ID today.

More info on our partnership with SIRC

Introduction to Competition Coaching

New NCCP Intro to Competitive Coaching Part 2 Seminar

We are holding a Comp. Intro Part 2 seminar on November 22 & 23, 2014 in Milton at the Milton Sports Center. This is the third stop in the competitive introduction pathway meant for those interested in professional, competitive level coaching for adult triathletes. This seminar will explain in detail the technical, planning and philosophy of professional coaching.

If you are a community level coach and have completed the Portfolio Paper 1 and the Making Ethical Decisions online exam and are interested in participating in this seminar, please email us at [email protected] with you expression of interest and when you have completed the prerequisites as well as your NCCP number. This information will help us verify your eligibility.

Time:            8:00AM – 4:00PM

Cost:             Participant: $300.00

Click Here for the full Competition Introduction Pathway

Coaching

NCCP Peterborough Community Level Coaching Course

We have an exciting and informative Community Level NCCP coaching course on November 1 and 2, 2014 that is in Peterborough. The host venue is the Community Room in the Real Canadian Superstore, 769 Borden Avenue, Peterborough, Ontario, K9J 0B6. This is an excellent introduction to key coaching concepts, general coaching information, and the principles of triathlon training for adults. The course is presented by an experienced instructor with applied exercises that provide opportunities for both learning and applying concepts of training and racing.

                Time:    8:30AM – 4:00PM

                Cost:     Triathlon Ontario Member: $175.00

Non Member: $200.00

This course sells out so sign up today to reserve your spot.

 REGISTER HERE

 More info on Triathlon Coaching

New NCCP Community Level Coaching Course in London

We have added a stimulating and informative new Community Level coaching course in London on the weekend of November 15 & 16, 2014. It will be held at the University of Western Ontario, Room 3012 Thames Hall, London, Ontario.

                Time:     8:00AM – 4:00PM

                Cost:      Triathlon Ontario Member: $175.00

                Non Member: $200.00

 REGISTER HERE

 More info on Triathlon Coaching

Continuing Education Course

Filming Underway For Next Set Of Continuing Education Courses

Filming of the next installment, swim techniques, is well under way. This installment will supplement the “Exercise Physiology for Triathletes”, courses taught by internationally renowned physiologist Dr. Greg Wells, which was launched earlier this year. In partnership with Dr. Wells, our premiere series of online con-ed courses targets NCCP Community Level trained triathlon coaches that are seeking to further develop their professional skill set.

Course Registration

For those coaches interested in signing up for the Exercise Physiology for Triathletes con-ed course or for the next NCCP Community Level coaching course you can do so by going to our Coaches home page on the Triathlon Ontario website at http://triathlonontario.com/members/coaches-2/.

Click here for more info about Dr Wells

Thanksgiving With TriOnt

Happy Thanksgiving from the Triathlon staff

Do what you gotta do to stay motivated after those extra helpings at dinner.

“Can’t stop.  Won’t stop.  Gotta look fabulous.”

 Visit Triathlon Ontario.com for the latest triathlon news, events, camps, and clinics

What’s New @TriOntario

Our NEW Online Store is NOW OPEN!

Some of you may have noticed something new on our homepage menu, well we are proud to announce that our New Online Store is ready to fulfil your triathlon needs. In it you can find all kinds of great triathlon gear at rock bottom membership prices!  Not only will you look like a pro with our great selection of triathlon essentials, you’ll also have the comfort of knowing you are doing your part to support the growth of Multisport in Ontario.After all, as a non-profit governing body every dollar of revenue generated is re-invested back into the sport in Ontario!

You will have the opportunity to grab one of our:

Signature Roots Hoodies

Our Signature Roots hoodie, with our original sleek design, is a unique and comfy item to get for the triathlete that has everything.

I Float

This item allows any triathlete to store their gear safely and securely while on an open water swim. Olympian Sharon Donnelly’s IFLOAT’s are an inflatable dry bag for beach swimming that easily attaches to you and keeps your stuff dry. No drag in the water! They are highly visible to watercraft and are always with you in case of emergency.

The Online Store will also offer:

• Cool-Dry Hats
• Trendy Visors
• TriOntario Arm Warmers (non compression)
• Wide Mouth Water Bottles
• Customized TriOntario License Plate Covers

 Click Here to visit

Ontario Summer Games

Triathlon Ontario congratulates Ian MacKinnon and Jackie Douglas for their gold medal performances at the 2014 Ontario Summer Games, held in Windsor, Ontario on August 9th. The girl’s race was very close while the boys had a bit of back and forth.

Relays

44 out of the 48 athletes came back a few hours later to compete in the mixed relays. The relays were a non-medal event so the athletes were competing for pride, fun and some prizes. After re-jigging a couple teams to account for a few injured athletes, 10 teams of girl-boy-girl-boy and one team of boy-boy-girl-boy lined up on the shortened course. Under this format, each competitor completed a 200m swim, 5km bike, 1.5km run before tagging the next teammate who completed their leg. Famous triathletes were used as team names and much like on the ITU circuit, Team Javier Gomez (James Cooke, Jack Bone, Spencer Robinson, Nicole Ritchie) took first (1:24:50), Team Gwen Jorgensen (Allison Gibb, Ryan McCallum, Erika Rankin, Jeremy Cunningham) took second (1:25:09), Team Alistair Brownlee (Ian MacKinnon, Oliver Davies, Samantha Howard, Tarrah Price) took third (1:25:53). The action was fast and furious and very exciting…

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Olympic Triathlon Provincial Championships

Multisport Canada’s Bracebridge Olympic served as this year’s Olympic Provincial Championship. St. George’s Angela Quick held on and won the women’s Provincial title in a time of 2:15:09. Caledon’s Sean Bechtel lead wire-to-wire and won the men’s Provincial title with a total time of 1:55:18…

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Triple Crown Update

With the Olympic distance provincials complete, two of the three events are complete in the Olympic distance Triple Crown Challenge. The stage is complete for a fantastic finish in Edmonton at the World Championships.

The men’s side is heating up. Richard Gilbert and Jackson Laundry are tied for first place with 30 points (lowest point total wins) after Nationals and Provincials, while Mike Greenberg is breathing down their necks one point behind with 31 points. Andrew Bolton, Brian Laundry and Carm Morra are staying close with 34, 35, and 36 points respectively. Jackson Laundry holds the tie-breaker advantage if needed as his finishing time was closest to the winner at Provincials.

On the women’s side it looks as though Meghan Lamers will take the title as long as she completes the race in Edmonton. Barring an administration error, Meghan survived attrition and is the lone competitor left that has competed in both Provincials and Nationals and is set to compete at Worlds. Despite what may seem like an automatic win, Lamers has posted extremely competitive results and will be a worthy champion and winner of $500, assuming she completes the race in Edmonton.

 Updated standings can be found here

Draft Legal Provincial Championship Series

Triathlon Ontario, crowned six new Provincial Champions in Ottawa at the 2014 Draft Legal Provincial Championships. This was also the third stop in the Ontario Youth Cup Series, where an additional ~25% more points were up for grabs in the 14-15 age category.

Weather conditions were perfect on the day for Ontario’s premier triathletes. Through programs such as the RTC Guelph, Quest for Gold Athlete Assistance Program or the Provincial Development Program, a total of 16 Triathlon Ontario supported athletes took the start line in the Elite/U23 & Junior divisions…

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Next Stop on the Provincial Championship

The next stop on the Provincial Championship Circuit is Multisport Canada’s Lakeside Duathlon on September 14th. This is also the Standard Distance qualifier for Adelaide 2015.

 What you need to qualify:

1) Be a Triathlon Ontario member in the year of qualification (2014) and race year (2015)

2) Sign up and race Multisport Canada’s Lakeside Duathlon.

3) Finish in the top of your age group in your gender and be sure to notify Triathlon Canada by the designated cut off time

4) If you don’t finish in the top of your age group, you still have a great shot of being part of the team that races in Australia.  All unclaimed spots are put in a pool and given out on a first come first serve basis on a date announced by Triathlon Canada.

Youth Cup Series Update

Triathlon Ontario’s 2014 Elite-U23 & Junior Draft Legal Provincial Championship & U15 Race was an important stop on the Youth Cup circuit for the 14-15 age group, as an additional 25% points were available for the Provincial Championship. Liam Donnelly cemented his lead in the series by taking first place and a maximum of 80 points after three events. James Cooke and Spencer Allen took second and third place on the day. Kyle Caie is in second place overall with 61 points followed closely by Nathan Gurrin-Smith with 57 points and Spencer Allen with 54 points.

On the Girl’s side, Erika Rankin made back-to-back wins on the Series by taking the Provincial title over Haley Sturrock and Sara Borrens. Borrens, however, has the overall lead after three consecutive podium finishes with 69 points. Ella Kubas is just eight points away in second at 61 points followed closely by Emilie Tremblay with 60 points and Erika Rankin with a maximum of 55 points after just two events.

The next stop in the Youth Cup Series is on August 24^th, at the Dunrobin KOS, where the 12-13 ages will rejoin the Series. Will anyone be able to catch Liam Donnelly? Will Sara Borrens be able to put some distance between her and the rest of the field? Stay tuned to find out!

Click Here to View the 2014 Leader Board

National Junior Series

 Klus Wraps Up Jr Career With Win in BC

How does a true champion react to the disappointment of not being selected to the National Junior team to compete at World’s?  She goes out and wins the next and last National Junior Series race!  That’s how Provincial Team member and Quest for Gold supported athlete Samantha Klus capped off a solid junior career last week by winning the final stop of this year’s National Junior Series in Kelowna, BC.  Congratulations on the win and a great junior career.

Best of luck as you move into the U23 ranks!

ITU World Championships

 Good Luck to Those Competing at Worlds Next Week

Ontario will be very well represented next week as the world descends onto Edmonton for the ITU World Championships.  Nearly 250 Age Groupers from Ontario will be competing for Canada in either the Aquathlon, Sprint Triathlon or Standard (Olympic) Triathlon.

Ontario will also be well represented on the Para, Junior, U23 and Elite side as well.  Some of the athletes are supported at the National level, while some are supported provincially by Triathlon Ontario programs (as noted besides their names).

Good luck to the following Ontario High Performance athletes!

Paratriathlon Elite Women & Men PT-5 Class

Christine Robbins

David Blair

Ryan Van Praet

Elite Men

Kyle Jones

Andrew Yorke – RTC Guelph

U23 Women & Men

Joanna Brown – RTC Guelph

Dominika Jamnicky – RTC Guelph, Quest for Gold AAP

Amélie Kretz – RTC Guelph

Alexander Hinton – RTC Guelph

Taylor Forbes

Junior Women & Men

Kirsten Vergara – Provincial Development Team, Quest for Gold AAP

Myles Zagar – RTC Guelph, Quest for Gold AAP

Continuing Education Coaching Courses

Course Registration

Reminder for coaches who completed the NCCP Community Level course and are looking for the next step, you can register for the Exercise Physiology for Triathletes continuing-education course hosted by TV personality Dr. Greg Wells. To register, visit our Coaches home page on the Triathlon Ontario website at http://triathlonontario.com/members/coaches-2/.

Click here for more info about Dr Wells

Next course in production!

Coaching

 There is a new NCCP Community Level coaching course in Peterborough on November 1 & 2, 2014. Details and sign up form located here.

What’s New @TriOntario

COMING SOON…  in the next few weeks we will have an online store where you can get all of your cool triathlon gear at MEMBERSHIP PRICES.  If you’re looking for a great gift, are a premier triathlete or just want to look and feel cool while you’re kicking up dust on your competitors while crossing the finish line, you will find it here.

The eStore will offer:

 Cool-Dry Hats

• Trendy Visors
• TriOntario Arm Warmers (they really work!)
• Roots Hoodies
• Wide Mouth Water Bottles
• Customized TriOntario License Plate Covers
• Ifloats