Anyway, Term 1 is upon us and we will again be conducting a weekly training session for our budding triathletes.
Sessions will be conducted on a Tuesday afternoon at 4.15pm, commencing February 7 and running through to April 3
This is a Junior TRYSTAR program for children aged 7 to 9. TRYSTARS is an introduction into the sport of triathlon with sessions focussing on fun & enjoyment. Along the way, they will meet new friends and develop skills and fitness in a non competitive environment. TRYSTARS is national program which encourage participation in the sport and is the first step of the national triathlon pathway.
Sessions will be based around Perry Lakes and City Beach.
To join this program, you must complete the following
STEP 1
You are required to register as JUNIOR member with STC.(if you joined in Term 4, 2011, then your STC membership is valid until June 30). Feel free to contact us if you have any queries.
Registration is online. Go to http://triwa.org.au/membership/join-twa and then follow the prompts. The costs of this is $110 ($80 are fees to Triathlon Australia and Triathlon WA), while the remaining $30 is STC club portion).
Note that family memberships are also available. Please see details here. http://triwa.org.au/membership/membership-fees
STEP 2
Register for the STC Term 1 training program. Cost $95
Please click HERE or copy and paste the following link into your web browser
https://www.registernow.com.au/secure/Register.aspx?ID=5564
STEP 3
Equipment Needed by a Trystar
1. Bike – any type, but please ensure it is roadworthy. Things to check include front and back brakes, ensure handlebars and seat posts are tightened, tyres are pumped up and not too worn, chain is oiled and gears changed smoothly. If in any doubt, please have your bike serviced at a bike store.
2. Approved Helmet (check for Australian Standards safety sticker on the inside) and that it is correctly fitted (you should only be able to fit 2-3 fingers under the chin strap)
3. T-shirt and shorts
4. Running shoes
5. Bathers, swim cap and goggles
6. Towel and warm clothes for afterwards (depending on the weather!)
7. Water bottle, hat and sunscreen
We are in the process of organising the timetable but they will all be around the Perry Lakes / City Beach area.
Please feel free to contact us for any further queries at contact@stadiumtriclub.com or ph 0419 107 932
We had a great time in last year and are looking forward to starting again
TRISTAR COACHES. While Christi Phipson will again be conducting the weekly sessions, if any parent is interested in becoming an accredited TRYSTAR coach, please let me know. Triathlon WA runs regular courses for those interested in gaining their level 0 accreditation. This involves a 2-3 hour training course and is the minimum qualification required to assist with the coaching program.
