As we get geared up for another season, Richmond Tri Club will begin our series of Clinics for 2012!
Injury Prevention Clinic
Presented by Commonwealth Sports Medicine.
Date: Sunday, May 20th from 4 to 5pm
Location: Short Pump Middle School on Pouncey Tract Road - meet us on the track
Teresa Stadler and her partner, Blaise Williams, will review Safe, Proper Running Mechanics and Bicycle Injury Prevention with hands on demo of on the field management of crashes.
Register today - space is limited!!
Presented by Endorphin Fitness
Date: Saturday, May 26th from 1-6pm, just $5.
Details: This camp will teach you the swim/bike/run skills to either complete your first race or increase race day performance. The camp is perfect for those fairly new to the sport and/or looking to hone their technique. It will be a mixture of discussion, instruction, and a lot of hands on drills and exercises. The first part of the day will take place at Endorphin Fitness (8908 Patterson Ave) for a presentation on nutrition, which will give you valuable information on what you need to be thinking about leading up to the race as well as during the race itself. Their expert coaches will lead a cycling technique session inside the EF cycling studio. You will bring your own bike equipment and they will assist in setting you up on an indoor trainer. From here the group will travel just up the street to the Tuckahoe YMCA. The group will break off into three stations: swim technique, run technique, and transitions. Our members have done this camp in the past and had great things to say about it. Don't miss out this year - email register@endorphinfitness.com to reserve your spot.
Information coming soon on the FREE training plan and numerous clinics planned in preparation for the The Richmond Tri Club Sprint presented by 3Sports. This Club Championship race is the ONE & ONLY race the Richmond Tri Club will produce in 2012 will be held on Sept. 16th at the Shady Grove YMCA.
RTC is a non-profit organization and this race is the club's biggest fundraiser. We appreciate your support and encourage all members to either race or volunteer.
Registration is now open. A huge after-party is planned as well.
In addition to the Southside swims, Kim Moore is bringing back the Downtown swims at Rocketts Landing. Swims will start at 6 pm on Fridays: May 25, June 8, July 6, August 3 and September 14. This swim is also open only to RTC members. More info can be found on the RTC calendar. Registration is required, see link below.
Volunteers will be needed for kayak support, transport kayaks to and from the venue and general dockside help. If you can volunteer in any way, please contact Kim Moore at luvs2cycle@yahoo.com. Without volunteers, this swim cannot take place. No experience is necessary other than a patient, friendly and energetic attitude. All volunteers will be recognized by the club at the end of the year.
The Peluso Open Water Friday night swims, FREE for RTC members, will continue every other week throughout the spring and summer beginning May 4. These swims will be held at the American Legion Post 354 in Tarrington (near Robious Landing- directions can be found via the link below). All swims will start at 6 pm with a river condition briefing and safety precautions. Once the swim has started, no one will be allowed to enter the water. Safety support will be provided, but extra kayaks and kayakers are always appreciated. Email pelusoopenwater@gmail.com if you can help.
A few important reminders:
1. These Friday swims are FREE for RTC members & current Peluso Open Water swimmers only. * You will need to print out your RTC membership card (or have it up on your smart phone) & present it at check-in. $15 for non-members.
2. All swimmers must be able to swim 100 meters without stopping in order to participate.
3. Please wear a brightly colored swim cap. Wetsuits are not required, but may be desirable.
4. Restrooms are not available - you may want to stop at nearby Robious Landing on the way.
More details on these swims and any cancellations due to river or weather conditions can be found on the Peluso Open Water website (link below). *Please note: other coached open water swims, clinics and races offered by Peluso Open Water are discounted for RTC members but are not free.*
Presented by Central Virginia Endurance
Date: Saturday, June 2nd from 2 to 3pm
Location: The NEW location of Central Virginia Endurance, 3112 West Cary Street in Carytown
Coaches Bob Flanigan and Dave Luscan will discuss making the best equipment choices for you and your triathlon races.
Registration link below.
We have a limited supply of custom designed RTC Sweaty Bands for sale for $15/each. These uniquely designed bands are for women and girls who want to show their style, even when they sweat a while! We will have bands available at the Peluso Open Water swims on Friday evenings. Email rtceditor1@gmail.com if you want to make other arrangements to purchase a band.
