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NOVICE PROGRAM 2009


The 2009 Vikings Triathlon Club novice program is now full.

This is for anyone who is keen to have a go at triathlon - a swim/cycle/run. We aim to have fun and get fit! If you swim like a stone, are a little wobbly on the bike, or can walk faster than you can run, don't let it stop you! With the excellent coaching that is provided (all focused on the Novice participants) and the support of other club members you could be involved and addicted before you know it!

Details of the 2009 novice program are as follows:

• 10 weeks of coaching and introduction to the four disciplines of triathlon - swimming, cycling, running, and transition - as well as how to put it all together.
• Preparation for the Novice series of triathlon events this summer. For preliminary information on these races click here.

The program is exceptional value and includes:

• 10 Weeks of training conducted by the Club's Certified Coaches
• Entry into Triathlon ACT's 5 Race Novice Triathlon Series
• Triathlon ACT Membership (exp 30 June 2010)
• Public Liability & Personal Accident Insurance through Triathlon ACT Membership (exp 30 June 2010), conditions apply and are available on the membership information page at Triathlon ACT
• Polo Shirt - Vikings Tri
• Training singlet – Vikings tri
• Running cap and bucket hat – Vikings tri
• Vikings Tri Club Membership (exp 30 June 2010)
• Vikings Rugby Club Membership
• Drink Bottle
• Some post Sunday morning training run breakfasts
• Up to 15% discount from Onya Bike Warehouse
• Discounts at Runners Shop on Running Shoes & Clothing
• Discounts at Health and Harmony, Tuggeranong Hyperdome
• Discounts at Southside Physiotherapy

Costs:

• $400 for Seniors (20+ years old as of 31 December 2009)
• $380 for Juniors (Under 20 Years as of 31 December 2009)

How do I register for the Vikings 2009 novice program?

Please email novice.vikingstri@live.com.au to register for the information day on Saturday 19th Sept 2008 1.30pm at Vikings Tuggerenong, Cnr Athllon Drive & Rowland Rees Cres, Greenway. The novice information day will be held in conjunction with the club’s AGM and bowl’s afternoon, both of which you are more than welcome to attend to meet other club members and have a chat about their triathlon experiences. Those who register will be sent an information pack. In the meantime you are welcome to come along to a training session and meet some of the crew. Memberships are available now and you can still sign up for the Novice Program.

All sessions are supervised by accredited and experienced coaches.

Additional Costs not included: Entry into Tuggeranong Leaisue Centre pool
1) Triathlon Australia race distance limits stipulate that to compete in the upcoming Novice race series, participants must be 14 years or older.
2) Being an Affiliate Club of Tuggeranong Valley Rugby Union and Amateur Sports Club (TVRU&ASC), membership of TVRU&ASC for Vikings Triathlon Club members is compulsory.