Well it is that time of year when I need to get a idea for how many people are in need of group accomidation for Wasa Lake. Last year about 16 people took advantage of some great pricing and unbeateable accomidation in Kimberley. In order to get things booked I will need gauge interest by the 19th of February. Last year the condos were around $125.00 per night with a kitchen and 3-4 queen beds.
Please note that Wasa Lake is over 50% sold out, this race sells out earlier and ealier every year. Take advantage of the early bird rates (before march 31st). Last year we had a great group presnse, we arrived on Friday evening and had a light bike and swim on Saturday before picking up our race packages and a mellow movie night on Saturday.
Please let me know if you are interested in group accomidations for Friday (june 11) and Saturday (june 12) night.
Talisman Centre Triathlon Club was established in 2008 and has been the primary training facility for more than 50 athletes over the past four years. The Triathlon Club provides athletes with the training support and resources required to be successful in achieving their goals.
Sunday, February 14, 2010
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Spring Training Programs
Greetings everyone. I hope everyone's training is on track and progressing in the direction you have set out for yourself this year. I will begin taking registrations for the Spring session the week of February 22nd 2010. The course list is below for your review.
Triathlon Club Group Brick
The ability to run after the cycling portion of a triathlon is a key element to having a successful day. This group training session is designed to help build your aerobic base and your ability to quickly run comfortably off the bike. As we get closer to the racing season, workouts become more specific to the pacing demands of the upcoming events. Note that the first 4 weeks will be on the Cycle-Ops spin bikes but starting May 5th we move to the Tacx trainers and you bring your bike to train on.
Course number (34595) Apr 7 – June 30 Wednesday 6:30pm-8:30pm - 13 sessions. Cost: $179
Course number (34596) Apr 7 – June 30 Monday 7pm-9pm - 11 sessions. Cost: $152
Triathlon Club Swim
The Spring Triathlon Club Swim course shifts the focus to improving swim-specific fitness through more intensive interval sets and building endurance to swim more distance per interval. Racing season is around the corner and our goal is to help you be ready.
Course number (34600) Apr 12 – June 28 Monday 6am-7am - 11 sessions. Cost: $105
Course number (34601) Apr 7 – June 30 Wednesday 6am-7am - 13 sessions. Cost: $123
Course number (34602) Apr 9 – July 2 Friday 6am-7am – 13 sessions. Cost: $123
Course number (34603) Apr 6 – June 29 Tuesday 12pm-1pm - 13 sessions. Cost: $123
Course number (34604) Apr 8 – June 24 Thursday 12pm-1pm - 12 sessions. Cost: $114
Triathlon Club IronBrick
For those looking to improve their overall endurance, fatigue resistance or preparing for triathlon events from Olympic distance to the full Ironman this motivating group session will ensure you are fit by the start of the season. Training sessions will be constantly varied and designed to push each athlete. You will require your own bike for these sessions as they will be conducted on our ergotrainers. Note that this is only a 4 week program. We plan on doing a group drop-in cycling session outdoors once the weather gets better.
Course number (34605) Apr 10 – May 1 Saturday 9am-12pm - 4 sessions. Cost: $95
Triathlon Club Ironswim
Build your distance swimming ability through these 90min sessions. This is not just for the Iron-athlete as Olympic distance swimmers can see big improvements in their swimming by completing more meters per training session and per week. A great low impact way in which to boost your overall training volume while under the guidance and support of our coaches. We will be hosting several outdoor swims during the summer months once the lakes warm-up as well.
Course number (34598) Apr 6 – June 29 Tuesday 7:30pm-9pm - 13 sessions. Cost: $179
Course number (34599) Apr 8 – June 24 Thursday 7:30pm-9pm - 12 sessions. Cost: $165
Triathlon Club Group Brick
The ability to run after the cycling portion of a triathlon is a key element to having a successful day. This group training session is designed to help build your aerobic base and your ability to quickly run comfortably off the bike. As we get closer to the racing season, workouts become more specific to the pacing demands of the upcoming events. Note that the first 4 weeks will be on the Cycle-Ops spin bikes but starting May 5th we move to the Tacx trainers and you bring your bike to train on.
Course number (34595) Apr 7 – June 30 Wednesday 6:30pm-8:30pm - 13 sessions. Cost: $179
Course number (34596) Apr 7 – June 30 Monday 7pm-9pm - 11 sessions. Cost: $152
Triathlon Club Swim
The Spring Triathlon Club Swim course shifts the focus to improving swim-specific fitness through more intensive interval sets and building endurance to swim more distance per interval. Racing season is around the corner and our goal is to help you be ready.
Course number (34600) Apr 12 – June 28 Monday 6am-7am - 11 sessions. Cost: $105
Course number (34601) Apr 7 – June 30 Wednesday 6am-7am - 13 sessions. Cost: $123
Course number (34602) Apr 9 – July 2 Friday 6am-7am – 13 sessions. Cost: $123
Course number (34603) Apr 6 – June 29 Tuesday 12pm-1pm - 13 sessions. Cost: $123
Course number (34604) Apr 8 – June 24 Thursday 12pm-1pm - 12 sessions. Cost: $114
Triathlon Club IronBrick
For those looking to improve their overall endurance, fatigue resistance or preparing for triathlon events from Olympic distance to the full Ironman this motivating group session will ensure you are fit by the start of the season. Training sessions will be constantly varied and designed to push each athlete. You will require your own bike for these sessions as they will be conducted on our ergotrainers. Note that this is only a 4 week program. We plan on doing a group drop-in cycling session outdoors once the weather gets better.
Course number (34605) Apr 10 – May 1 Saturday 9am-12pm - 4 sessions. Cost: $95
Triathlon Club Ironswim
Build your distance swimming ability through these 90min sessions. This is not just for the Iron-athlete as Olympic distance swimmers can see big improvements in their swimming by completing more meters per training session and per week. A great low impact way in which to boost your overall training volume while under the guidance and support of our coaches. We will be hosting several outdoor swims during the summer months once the lakes warm-up as well.
Course number (34598) Apr 6 – June 29 Tuesday 7:30pm-9pm - 13 sessions. Cost: $179
Course number (34599) Apr 8 – June 24 Thursday 7:30pm-9pm - 12 sessions. Cost: $165
Tuesday, February 9, 2010
Family Day
Due to the family day holiday this weekend (February 12-15) Tri club sessions will not be running:
Friday Feb 12 AM Swim 6am -7am)
Saturday Feb 13 BRICK 9am -noon- i will be there loging some time come by for some companay
Monday Feb 15 AM Swim 6am - 7am
Anyone is welcome on Saturday AM even if you have not signed up for the brick!
Friday Feb 12 AM Swim 6am -7am)
Saturday Feb 13 BRICK 9am -noon- i will be there loging some time come by for some companay
Monday Feb 15 AM Swim 6am - 7am
Anyone is welcome on Saturday AM even if you have not signed up for the brick!
Thursday, January 28, 2010
ETS Bike Camp
Endurance Training Systems Spring Bike Camp May 5th to 9th 2010.
The Endurance Training Systems (ETS) coaching team is proud to introduce our first spring bike camp in beautiful Vernon and Penticton British Columbia. For athletes looking to get in some solid cycling volume in preparation for the upcoming racing season, this is a great camp to build your fitness. Vernon is the home town of Jack VanDyk so he knows many of the great training routes through the area which is often overlooked to the more popular destination of Penticton B.C.
Camp participants will be treated to many of the North Okanagan’s finest training routes on roads with little traffic, flat to rolling terrain, climbing and a full schedule of training. We will also head down to Penticton for one day to ride the famous Ironman Canada bike course.
Tentative Schedule;
Tuesday May 4th Travel and check-in day.
Wednesday May 5th
9:30-11:30am Easy 2.0 hours group ride.
12-1pm Lunch break (lunch provided).
1:30-4pm Group ride with sprint training 2.5 hours.
4:45-5:45pm Optional running interval session for triathletes.
6:30-8pm Group dinner and camp overview.
Thursday May 6th
9-11:30am Silver Star foothills interval training session (hills!).
12-1pm Lunch break (lunch provided).
1:30-5pm Easy aerobic training group ride 3.5 hours.
6-7pm Dinner/free time.
7:30-9pm Training talk and Q&A session with coaches.
Friday May 7th
9am-2:30pm Long ride 5.5 hours.
2:30-3:30pm Break.
4-5:30pm Optional group hike in Kalamalka Lake Park.
6-7pm Dinner/free time.
7-9pm Preview of IMC bike ride and gear preparations.
Saturday May 8th
7-8:30am Travel to Penticton
9:30am ++ Ride the IMC course. Note not everyone has to ride
the “full” route or distance. We will establish short cuts
for those not interested in doing the full route.
4:30pm Travel back to Vernon.
7:30pm ++ Pub Night and group dinner.
Sunday May 9th
9am – 12pm Easy group ride up to 3.0hours.
1pm Travel home…
Our intention is to help keep costs down for this camp so we are exploring a few different options for accommodations in order to focus on the training. This will be dependent upon the total number of camp participants. Express your interest early so we can make the necessary arrangements.
What’s included in the fees:
• Coach led training sessions.
• Planned routes.
• Vehicle support on the longer training days.
• Basic mechanical support from coaches.
• ETS jersey.
• Two lunches.
• Sports nutrition products TBD.
• Coaches “chalk talk” sessions.
We will also have some items such as tires, tubes, chains, bar tape, derailleurs, cables and housing available for purchase if required however it is expected that each participant will have their bikes tuned up at a bike shop prior to the camp to ensure everything is in excellent working condition. SpeedTheory has offered to help camp participants with a bike check-up prior to leaving Calgary – more details to follow.
Cost: $550.00 for ETS Indoor Cycling Program participants and Talisman Centre
Triathlon Club members.
$650.00 for non-ETS and TC Triathlon Club members.
*Transportation costs, food beyond that provided and dinners are not included in the fees.
Registration:
A non-refundable $150.00 deposit is required at the time of registration. The remaining balance is due 30 days prior to the camp (April 5th 2010).
Cancellation Policy:
If you decide not to attend and have paid in full, you will be refunded in full minus the $150.00 deposit 31 days or more prior to the camp. No refunds will be provided in the 30 days prior to the camp.
Endurance Training Systems/Talisman Centre reserves the right to cancel this camp. We will do so at least 30 days prior to the beginning of the camp. In this event, you will be issued a full refund. ETS/Talisman Centre is not responsible for fees associated with planning your trip, such as airfare, alternative accommodations, car rentals etc.
Exceptions to this policy cannot be made for any reason, including weather or personal emergencies.
Equipment and Clothing items to bring:
Bicycle cleaned, tuned and ready to ride.
Helmet
Jerseys at least 4 (short and or long sleeve)
Shorts at least 4 pair
Cycling tights.
Vest and/or cycling jacket.
Base layers 2 to 3 lightweight.
Rain jacket.
Arm and leg warmers.
Socks ( DeFeet Woolie Boolies or some other Merino wool type).
Cycling gloves short finger and/or full finger.
Cold weather gloves.
Cycling shoes.
Cycling booties or overshoes for added warm and protection if required.
Eyewear/sunglasses.
Chamois cream.
Small tote or backpack for anything you wish to keep in support vehicles.
Heart Rate Monitor and/or Power Meter (Power Tap or SRM or other).
Sunscreen???
Toiletries for clean up between rides.
Comfortable clothing in case you decide to join for the optional hike.
Running gear for the triathletes looking for some extra training.
Bottles/mix/food: If you will be arriving before a camp begins, remaining afterward or have specific nutritional requirements, please bring what food/drink supplies you will need for yourself.
Bottom line is to come to camp prepared for any type of weather. In addition it is a good idea to be ready physically for these camps prior to coming in versus doing very little and then having the camp ramp you up. We will be doing a ton of riding in this short period so we advise participants to get in some longer rides outside in the three weeks prior to camp. It is typical that in the two weeks post camp you may feel tired as your body begins the repair process, especially when you drop back to your regular training volume. But by week three many should start to feel the benefits of the big volume which is perfect for those training for late May and early June races.
To register and secure a spot please contact Jack VanDyk at 403.355.1259 or jvandyk@talismancentre.com.
The Endurance Training Systems (ETS) coaching team is proud to introduce our first spring bike camp in beautiful Vernon and Penticton British Columbia. For athletes looking to get in some solid cycling volume in preparation for the upcoming racing season, this is a great camp to build your fitness. Vernon is the home town of Jack VanDyk so he knows many of the great training routes through the area which is often overlooked to the more popular destination of Penticton B.C.
Camp participants will be treated to many of the North Okanagan’s finest training routes on roads with little traffic, flat to rolling terrain, climbing and a full schedule of training. We will also head down to Penticton for one day to ride the famous Ironman Canada bike course.
Tentative Schedule;
Tuesday May 4th Travel and check-in day.
Wednesday May 5th
9:30-11:30am Easy 2.0 hours group ride.
12-1pm Lunch break (lunch provided).
1:30-4pm Group ride with sprint training 2.5 hours.
4:45-5:45pm Optional running interval session for triathletes.
6:30-8pm Group dinner and camp overview.
Thursday May 6th
9-11:30am Silver Star foothills interval training session (hills!).
12-1pm Lunch break (lunch provided).
1:30-5pm Easy aerobic training group ride 3.5 hours.
6-7pm Dinner/free time.
7:30-9pm Training talk and Q&A session with coaches.
Friday May 7th
9am-2:30pm Long ride 5.5 hours.
2:30-3:30pm Break.
4-5:30pm Optional group hike in Kalamalka Lake Park.
6-7pm Dinner/free time.
7-9pm Preview of IMC bike ride and gear preparations.
Saturday May 8th
7-8:30am Travel to Penticton
9:30am ++ Ride the IMC course. Note not everyone has to ride
the “full” route or distance. We will establish short cuts
for those not interested in doing the full route.
4:30pm Travel back to Vernon.
7:30pm ++ Pub Night and group dinner.
Sunday May 9th
9am – 12pm Easy group ride up to 3.0hours.
1pm Travel home…
Our intention is to help keep costs down for this camp so we are exploring a few different options for accommodations in order to focus on the training. This will be dependent upon the total number of camp participants. Express your interest early so we can make the necessary arrangements.
What’s included in the fees:
• Coach led training sessions.
• Planned routes.
• Vehicle support on the longer training days.
• Basic mechanical support from coaches.
• ETS jersey.
• Two lunches.
• Sports nutrition products TBD.
• Coaches “chalk talk” sessions.
We will also have some items such as tires, tubes, chains, bar tape, derailleurs, cables and housing available for purchase if required however it is expected that each participant will have their bikes tuned up at a bike shop prior to the camp to ensure everything is in excellent working condition. SpeedTheory has offered to help camp participants with a bike check-up prior to leaving Calgary – more details to follow.
Cost: $550.00 for ETS Indoor Cycling Program participants and Talisman Centre
Triathlon Club members.
$650.00 for non-ETS and TC Triathlon Club members.
*Transportation costs, food beyond that provided and dinners are not included in the fees.
Registration:
A non-refundable $150.00 deposit is required at the time of registration. The remaining balance is due 30 days prior to the camp (April 5th 2010).
Cancellation Policy:
If you decide not to attend and have paid in full, you will be refunded in full minus the $150.00 deposit 31 days or more prior to the camp. No refunds will be provided in the 30 days prior to the camp.
Endurance Training Systems/Talisman Centre reserves the right to cancel this camp. We will do so at least 30 days prior to the beginning of the camp. In this event, you will be issued a full refund. ETS/Talisman Centre is not responsible for fees associated with planning your trip, such as airfare, alternative accommodations, car rentals etc.
Exceptions to this policy cannot be made for any reason, including weather or personal emergencies.
Equipment and Clothing items to bring:
Bicycle cleaned, tuned and ready to ride.
Helmet
Jerseys at least 4 (short and or long sleeve)
Shorts at least 4 pair
Cycling tights.
Vest and/or cycling jacket.
Base layers 2 to 3 lightweight.
Rain jacket.
Arm and leg warmers.
Socks ( DeFeet Woolie Boolies or some other Merino wool type).
Cycling gloves short finger and/or full finger.
Cold weather gloves.
Cycling shoes.
Cycling booties or overshoes for added warm and protection if required.
Eyewear/sunglasses.
Chamois cream.
Small tote or backpack for anything you wish to keep in support vehicles.
Heart Rate Monitor and/or Power Meter (Power Tap or SRM or other).
Sunscreen???
Toiletries for clean up between rides.
Comfortable clothing in case you decide to join for the optional hike.
Running gear for the triathletes looking for some extra training.
Bottles/mix/food: If you will be arriving before a camp begins, remaining afterward or have specific nutritional requirements, please bring what food/drink supplies you will need for yourself.
Bottom line is to come to camp prepared for any type of weather. In addition it is a good idea to be ready physically for these camps prior to coming in versus doing very little and then having the camp ramp you up. We will be doing a ton of riding in this short period so we advise participants to get in some longer rides outside in the three weeks prior to camp. It is typical that in the two weeks post camp you may feel tired as your body begins the repair process, especially when you drop back to your regular training volume. But by week three many should start to feel the benefits of the big volume which is perfect for those training for late May and early June races.
To register and secure a spot please contact Jack VanDyk at 403.355.1259 or jvandyk@talismancentre.com.
Monday, December 14, 2009
Monday Evening Brick Training UPDATED!
Hi everyone, hope you are all coping well with this cold weather. At least Wednesday should feel like shorts weather!
I just received approval to offer a Monday evening 7-9pm Brick training session in the New Year. Wednesday evening filled up quickly so I was able to get this program in place.
We are a go so if you wish to take part in this Monday evening session please let me know as soon as possible as I have several people confirmed already for it.
Thanks.
Jack
I just received approval to offer a Monday evening 7-9pm Brick training session in the New Year. Wednesday evening filled up quickly so I was able to get this program in place.
We are a go so if you wish to take part in this Monday evening session please let me know as soon as possible as I have several people confirmed already for it.
Thanks.
Jack
Wednesday, December 9, 2009
Winter Sessions Update
Greetings everyone, just a note that the following courses are now fully booked for the Winter 2010 training.
Triathlon Club Swim
Monday 6-7am
Triathlon Group Brick
Wednesday 6:30-8:30pm
There is still room in all other programs.
Jack
Monday, November 30, 2009
Run Clinic Cancelled
The second run clinic will be put off until next week, Jack VanDyk is putting on a power seminar tonight that should not be missed.
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