Triathlon Ontario and SIRC Partner to Offer Coaches Premier Resource Tool
– TriOnt continues to build membership value for one of its most important constituents – coaches –
September 18, 2014 – Triathlon Ontario, the recognized Provincial Governing Body of Multisport in Ontario, announced today that it has entered into a partnership with Canada’s National Sport Information Resource Centre (SIRC). Through this partnership Triathlon Ontario will be able to offer its coaching membership base a subscription to SIRC and its extensive world-class collection of sport related research material at no additional cost.
“As the overseers of triathlon coaching development in the province, we are constantly working to provide coaches with as many tools as possible to be the best coaches they can be so they can in turn help their athletes reach their respective goals ,” said Phil Dale, Executive Director of Triathlon Ontario. “Whether its administering the NCCP coaching program, creating a unique online continuing education series, or now offering a dynamic research tool like SIRC, Triathlon Ontario is increasing membership value for our coaches and continues to demonstrate that membership is much more than insurance and a magazine subscription.”
“SIRC sees so many quality resources from leading experts in so many fields, both in Canada and around the world, that we are thrilled when we can help connect the research with the coach and ultimately enhance their coaching experience,” said Debra Gassewitz, President and CEO of SIRC. “This partnership with Triathlon Ontario will help tremendously to increase the knowledge transfer with Triathlon Ontario coaches, so that they are getting the information they need, to help them and their athletes succeed.”
To access your subscription, please email [email protected] and you will be provided with login details once your membership is verified.
Subscription Benefits
Triathlon Ontario and SIRC recognize that coaches want the best information as quickly as possible. With your Triathlon Ontario Coaches subscription to Canada’s National Sport Information Resource Centre you have access to one of the largest collections of sport related material at your fingertips. Need help? Just “Ask SIRC”! For an informative multi-media experience be sure to check out the SIRCuit Series e-journal and view the archived webinars. Some of the specific benefits include:
1) Access to SIRC’s extensive online sport resources
- Helpful articles on the following topics (triathlon specific when possible):
- Sport Psychology and Triathletes
- Triathletes and Dietary Supplements
- Training for a Triathlon
Triathlon focused practical tools including:
- Coaching plans and training programs
- Club and Organization leadership, management and governance templates and guides
- Youth sport programming recommendations
2) Search SIRC’s sport databases
3) Multi-media SIRCuit (Athlete Pathways, Leadership and High Performance)
4) Useful archived webinar videos
5) Ask SIRC online.
About SIRC
Incorporated in 1973, SIRC, the Sport Information Resource Centre, has been the leading and most trusted source to learn, share and support Canada’s sport community for over 40 years. We are committed to engaging with organizations and individuals involved in, or responsible for the development of, sport and fitness in Canada and around the world, to enhance the capacity of our shared community to foster growth and the pursuit of excellence. Our mission is to enhance the education of all Canadian and International organizations and individuals involved in sport and fitness through quality information and learning services. For more information please visit www.sirc.ca.
About Triathlon Ontario
Triathlon Ontario is a non-profit organization that is the recognized Provincial Governing Body for Multisport in the province of Ontario. Our mission is to provide leadership and governance for the development of a safe and fair environment for Multisport in Ontario. Triathlon Ontario oversees the sanctioning of races and clubs and undertakes a number of duties and responsibilities on behalf of athletes at every level, coaches, clubs, officials and race directors to ensure the growth and development of the sport in a fun and safe way. For more information please visit: www.triathlonontario.com.
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