Beginner Tri Training Class
Triathlon Training
Level 101 Here - good for a beginner
201 Level for intermediate triathletes - Click Here
Overview
For beginners to the world of triathlons. We will offer a skills clinic for those who want to learn or improve the fundamentals of triathlon (swim, bike, run, transition, and nutrition). We can help you prepare for your first race and/or help improve your existing skills.
Experienced participants: We will have a planned training course to challenge various levels of athletes. You will be able to break into a training group that fits your skill level and training goals.
Register Here for 2023 - not available yet
NOTE THAT THERE WILL ALSO BE GROUP WORKOUTS, NOT SPECIFICIALLY COACHED BUT COORDINATED BY FAST MEMBERS. NO REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR THESE FREE GROUP WORKOUTS WHICH WILL BE AROUND THE SAME AREA AND TIME. WE ASK YOU IF YOU WISH TO DO THESE FREE SESSIONS THAT YOU DO NOT SIGN UP HERE, NOR DO YOU INTERFERE WITH THE CLASSES AND COACHES OF THOSE THAT PAYED FOR THE BEGINNER COURSE.
Coached Class
It is a multiple week program geared to help an individual be competent to compete in their first sprint or Olympic distance triathlon.
When: Monday Evenings 5:45 pm to 7: 45 pm; (2023 considering adding zoom meetings in May to jump start it) followed by June through August hands on training
Where: Island Lake State Park - Spring Mill Pond
Cost: $50 for non-FAST Members (need USAT card) or $25 for FAST Members
Multiple coaches with diverse backgrounds in swimming and triathlons
Start Date: TBD
Requirements
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Have your own bike which you fit comfortable on; preferable multiple gears for ease of going up or down hills
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Ability to swim 500 yards non-stop (20 lengths of a standard high school pool)
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Personal flotation buoy for open water swims; if you do not have one, buoys will be available for purchase at a nominal price
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Comfortable running shoes
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Can do attitude
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Ability to commit to 80% of the classes
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Optional wetsuits recommended (look at our items for sale to get a deal on a wetsuit that others are selling)
Objectives
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Teach members how to put on and get out of a wetsuit
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Stroke improve techniques provided
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Understanding of race equipment (must and optional)
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Open Water Swim techniques during a Triathlon
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Transition set ups and flow
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Proper bike mounting and dismounting techniques for safety and efficiency
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Proper biking techniques (cadence, shifting, body position, road presence, and minimal maintenance such as tire changing)
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Shoe selection and set up
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Race and training recovery
