club news

We are excited to announce that there will be both pool and open water sessions this summer!  Pool sessions will start in July at Regent Park at 6:30am on Tuesday & Thursday's.  The cost will be $150.  Sign up will start at the end of May.  Stay tuned for more info.
OWS will start at Cherry Beach in July and run on Monday's and Wednesday nights at 6:30pm in July and 6pm in August.  The first 6 swims will be coached.  For more info click here!

After talking to Members and reviewing feedback from past years, the TTC Board is excited to announce the new Group Ride program for 2013 featuring – New Location and a Dedicated Ride Leader aimed at the novice rider. Click to read more or visit the Group Ride page under Events & Activities.

Check out our Racing Long in 2013 page for weekly tips and insights leading up to Mont Tremblant or Welland.

We are thrilled to announce that TTC will be offering a 5 week packaged Bike Skills Clinic led by Andrew Randell - a former professional rider on Steve Bauer's Team SpiderTech. Andrew has competed and won races internationally at some of the highest levels in cycling and in 2002, was the Canadian National Champion. He has nine professional UCI wins in four countries, came in 8th overall at the UCI 2.1 Tour of Missouri in 2007. He has over 12 years experience as a professional cyclist and a wealth of knowledge and experience to offer. Read more about Andrew on his site: ARCoaching.ca

During the 5 weeks, Andrew will improve your confidence and ability on the bike. The goal is to teach you the fundamentals while enjoying some of the best riding spots around the GTA.

The 5 weeks will cover bike-handling essentials such as group riding, paceline and echelon riding, climbing, descending, and cornering.

We are offering a special introductory early bird sign up rate of $199 for the 5 weeks until April 1st.

Register Today

A great opportunity to come out and learn more about the club.

• New to Triathlon - Intro to Triathlon Presentation
• Looking for training tips, programs or coaching - TTC Sponsor will be on hand to answer your questions.

Want to meet other TTC Members, this is your opportunity to come out and reconnect as we gear up for the 2013 Race Season - our largest ever !

Stay tuned for timing and location details.

Most of us have received a variety of emails from MultiSport Canada/ Subaru/ TRIATHLON ONTARIO (TO), formerly OAT, on changes to the former one-day license and insurance fee structures -  charged on top of race fees. All this communication seems to have created more confusion than anything.

What's important for Members is that - ALL TO membership, license and insurance fee portions are covered in the TO portion of the TTC club Membership.   As a current TTC member you don’t have to worry about the additional fees. 

Another great reason to -Renew your TTC membership today!

After reviewing some warm-up techniques, Kevin got attendees moving Sat am with a 'Cruise Tempo' run that had everyone's heart rate up.

What a difference it is running with a coach tracking each of your splits and working on your technique, he knows when you're slacking off and how to help you run more efficiently.

Running in the new Monarch Park indoor track is a real treat on a chilly winter morning and everyone is excited about putting into place our new customized training plans from Kevin.

Next week - Interval Training.

Register before March 31st 2013 to Save - Early Bird Fee - $95

As Ontario’s biggest Triathlon Club, the TTC has something for everyone, whether experienced athletes or new to the sport.

Your TTC membership provides:

• Access to our coached swimming and running programs (additional fees apply)
  
• Online Training Programs
  
• 30+ Clinics and Seminars
  
• Ongoing Group Rides and club sanctioned activities
  
• Special Deals and Promotions from Sponsors
  
• Discount on your Triathlon Ontario Membership
  
• And social events to raise a glass and share our stories!

Additional Triathlon Ontario Benefits:

• Triathlon Ontario Membership (value $45 - special club rate, savings of $10!)
  
• Insured for all sanctioned club activities
  
• Insured for all Triathlon Ontario sanctioned races
  
• Triathlon Canada magazine subscription

*Note: Triathlon Ontario membership fees have increased by $5 for the 2013 season - this is reflected in our new pricing.

2013 is shaping up to be a great year for the TTC and its members - we hope you'll join us!
                                                                                                    

Our Annual General Meeting was a great event!

Our Past Presidents! Andy Hannaford, Lesley Taylor, Ted Rosen, Judy Quillin and Ben Lawson

Our annual AGM was a successful evening, with a nice balance of 'taking care of business' to approve the Annual Report and electing of new board, and the fun social component of appetizers and awards. 

Guest speaker Steve Fleck gave a great talk on the history of triathlons in Ontario, our current role in it, and where it may be headed in the future.

We heard from outgoing President Ted Rosen, Nigel Grey from NRG PT, and announced awards for Member of the Year, Community Awards, and 'Best Photo' contest. A plaque was presented by the current board to the 5 past Presidents (seen above) as a way to commemorate the young history of our club. 

Congrats to those who won:

• Member of the Year - Caroline Irvine
• Community Award - Annette Carling for assistance with the club swim programs
• Community Award - Barbara Goss for ongoing promotion of club through spirit and attendance at clinics and races
• Community Award - John Hughes for coordinating the winter rides
• Community Award - Michael Liberzon for coordinating the Lake Wilcox rides
• Best Photo Contest - Linda-Kay Richards

Big thanks to our sponsors Absolute Endurance, EnduroSport, H.E.A.L and NRG PT for providing raffle and award prizes and Whistler's for hosting us for a fantastic evening!