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After four long months and nine race events, the Provincial Race Series has come to a close.  Where did you finish up?  Click HERE and check out the final Series Standings!

TRIATHLON CANADA ANNOUNCES OFFICIAL 2010 HANDLEBAR RULE MODIFICATION

"For 2010, the ITU will not be enforcing rule 5.2.c)(iii) with respect to handlebars in draft illegal races. The rule is under review and any modifications will be announced prior to the 2011 season. For events in 2010, rule 5.2.c)(iii) will be replaced by the following:

Only handlebars and clip-on bars not extending beyond the leading edge of the front wheel will be permitted. All handlebar ends must be plugged. This new rule will be in effect immediately. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused."

If you have any questions or concerns please contact the Triathlon Canada office at 416.726.7180 or info@triathloncanada.com.

MARY LELIVELD BURSARY 

Mary Leliveld loved amateur athletics. She was a competitive runner, cyclist, triathlete who competed for Canada on the Canadian National Triathlon team at the World Triathlon Championships in 2001, 2003 and 2004. In addition to being a top age group athlete, she inspired others to achieve their dreams through sport.

One of the ways her friends and family hope to honor Mary's life is with a bursary fund. The directive of this fund is to help deserving athletes get to competitions they otherwise might not be able to race in. For full Bursary Details, please click HERE.

Please Note, application deadline, September 20th.

KELOWNA NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS - 2011 AGE GROUP WORLDS QUALIFYING PROCEDURE - IMPORTANT NOTICE!

Important  information concerning qualifying for 2011 has just been released by Triathlon Canada.  If you are an athlete looking to qualify for the 2011 World Championships in any discipline or distance, please click on the RELEASE.

TRIATHLON BC ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING, SEPTEMBER 19th

Get involved in the sport you love! Plan to take part in this important meeting. TriBC is currently seeking dedicated and enthusiastic individuals to fill three Executive and and seven Board positions. If you are interested in a Board position, please send an expression of interest, including a work and volunteer history to Triathlon BC.  Nominations from the floor will also be accepted.

• AGM: Sunday, September 19
• Time: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
• Location: Dunbar Community Centre, 4747 Dunbar Street, Vancouver
  
• Download Agenda and Proxy votes HERE.
  

Important Note:  Must be a member of TriBC a minimum of 14 days prior to attend and vote. Memberships will be checked at the door, please bring your TriBC card.

Each regular member of the Society shall have one vote.  If unable to attend in person, a signed proxy (as below) may appoint another TriBC member attending the meeting to vote for them.

No person shall act as a proxy for more than one (1) active member.

TRIATHLON BC RACE DIRECTORS CONFERENCE, SEPTEMBER19th

Triathlon BC's annual Race Directors meeting takes place on Sunday, September 19th, from 10:00am. Important information and discussion about the upcoming 2011 season will take place.  While no major changes to the sanctioning process is expected, attendance to the meeting should be high atop all Race Director's agenda.

BC TRIATHLETES ARRIVE IN SINGAPORE FOR YOUTH OLYMPIC GAMES

Two BC teens arrived in Singapore on Monday hungry to make history at the inaugural Youth Olympic Games in Singapore, August 14-26, 2010.  Christine Ridenour, of Cowichan Bay and Brook Powell, of Chilliwack, will be among 3,600 of the world’s best young athletes aged 14-18 to compete in 26 sports at the Games

Read the full release HERE.

KELOWNA APPLE/NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS TO DEBUT NEW TRIATHLON CANADA REGULATIONS

Triathlon Canada recently ratified National Competition Rules, which fall in line with the ITU competition rules ratified in February.  Tri-BC will be adopting these rules, in a modified format appropriate for BC provincial competition.  The new rules will be introduced with the start of the 2010 National Championships/Kelowna Apple Triathlon. Don't be caught out, please review the NEW rules and regulations HERE.

NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS (KELOWNA) SENIOR ELITE & U23 ELITE REGISTRATION PROCESS

In order to compete in the Elite race at the Kelowna Apple (National Championships), athletes must be approved for an International Competition Card (ICC) and register through Triathlon Canada.  Full registration details here.

BREAKING NEWS - FALL COACHING CLINIC SCHEDULE ANNOUNCED!

Be prepared for the new NCCP Club requirements - take advantage of the upcoming Coaching Clinics and don't be caught out!  Effective with the start of the 2011 season, all Clubs seeking affiliation must have a registered NCCP Coach on their roster. Check out the dates and locations for upcoming clinics HERE.

PROVINCIAL RACE SERIES UPDATE, ROUNDS 4 & 5!

Catch the action of the Provincial Race Series.  After 5 rounds of racing, the points chase is getting closer in all age groups!  Check out the latest standings HERE!

NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS (PREP) TRAINING CAMP, JULY 31 & AUGUST 1

Register for Triathlon BC’s Prep Camp and receive an intensive, world class, two-day training experience that will bring you to peak fitness in time for Kelowna’s National Championships!

Led by Professional Coach and LifeSport Coaching Director, Bjoern Ossenbrink, the Camp takes place in Vancouver, and focuses on developing Olympic distance performance through a careful combination of in-class lectures and discussions, together with real world, open water swimming and focused cycling and running sessions!

Whether you are a beginner or an elite amateur, all you need is a sincere desire to improve. Register today and gain an unparalleled advantage over your competition!

For the Camp itinerary, click HERE. 

TO REGISTER IN THE PREP CAMP (.PDF), CLICK HERE!

TO REGISTER IN THE PREP CAMP (.DOC) CLICK HERE!

DID YOU KNOW - JULY

A terrific and simple way to measure the status of the central nervous system (CNS) is with a finger tap test. A finger tap test is performed with the individual’s heel of the hand on the table. The hand and fingers are arched up, and the individual simply taps as quickly as possible for a set time. This is recorded before physical activity, preferably every day but at least before every workout.

Read the full article HERE. 

TRIATHLON CANADA HOSTING PARATRIATHLON TRAINING CAMP - BUDAPEST.  COACH & ATHLETE CALL

Triathlon Canada is will be hosting a Paratriathlon Training Camp in advance of the ITU World Championships in Budapest, September 2010. The intent of this camp is to support and advance Paratriathlon coach and athlete talent and Triathlon Canada invites applications from interested and motivated coaches and athletes.   Camp dates: Tuesday September 7 through Race Day, Saturday September 11, 2010.  FULL INFORMATION HERE.

DEMO A WETSUIT, RECEIVE A SILICONE SWIM CAP FREE, COURTESY OF AQUA SPHERE

Aqua Sphere, proud supplier of Wetsuit and Eye Protection to Triathlon BC, invites all members to try out the Official Ironman wetsuits and Italian made eye protection from Aqua Sphere. Demo a wetsuit and walk away with a "Dominate" silicone Aqua Sphere swim cap, FREE!  Just drop by the Aqua Sphere booth, located in the Expo area at the Vancouver International Triathlon, on Expo Day, Saturday, July 3rd from 2:00pm to 6:00pm.

WHITFIELD AND CAMPBELL LEAD BC CONTINGENT IN TRIATHLON CANADA AWARDS

Olympians Simon Whitfield and Lauren Campbell were named 2009 Male and Female Athletes-of-the-Year as Triathlon Canada doled out its annual awards on Friday.  Among the list of athletes awarded, 10 BC-based athletes lead the string of award recipients.  Full Details HERE.

NCCP COMMUNITY SPORT CLINIC - YOUTH FOCUS, JUNE 26 & 27

Do you currently work with young, Kids of Steel-aged triathletes?  Does your Club cater to athletes under the age of 19?  If so, this is the Coaching Clinic for you! Targeting coaches that work with young racers, this Clinic is specially designed to help develop a broad spectrum of athletes, from the entry level elementary school triathlete through to the Junior Elite.

• Dates: Saturday 9:30am to 4:30pm / Sunday 10:30am to 5:00pm
• Location: Hastings Community Centre, Vancouver
• Cost: $50.00 - TriBC Members only 
• Information and Registration: Kristine Chambers 

BREAKING NEWS - XTC SQUAMISH OFF-ROAD TRIATHLON HAS BEEN CANCELLED

Round 4 of the Provincial Race Series, the XTC Squamish Off-Road Triathlon has been cancelled.

PROVINCIAL RACE SERIES POINTS UPDATE

How do you stack up against your fellow competitor? Check out the Series points standings after round one of the Provincial Race Series. Be sure to read about the Series, and the Series Finishers prizing.  Click HERE to read about the Series and see the latest points standings. 

PANORAMA TRIATHLON & DUATHLON UPDATE, JUNE 6th

Whoops, we goofed.  In our recent Spring magazine, we listed the Panorama Triathlon as a Half Iron event.  In reality, the Panorama Triathlon includes a 500w pool swim, 30km undulating ride following by a rolling 8km run.  For full details, including pictures of the special Adidas gore tex event jacket (!), please visit the Team X Panorama Triathlon website. Apologies for the error.

ORDER OF BC - CALL FOR NOMINATIONS

The BC Honours and Awards Secretariat, representing the highest form of recognition in the province, is currently accepting nominations for the Order of British Columbia.  The Award recognizes people who have served with distinction and excelled in various fields of endeavour.  Open to any resident who has demonstrated outstanding achievement, excellence or distinction. Nominating fields include community leadership, business, volunteerism, culture, arts, sports and others.

 

Full nomination details listed HERE.

DID YOU KNOW - MAY

Did you know.........­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­The foam roller is one of the easiest and cheapest ways to improve recovery, restoration, aches, pains and flexibility.

The foam roller is great for myofascial release, read Human Motion's quick tip HERE!

TRAIN TO TRI PROGRAM HITS PRINCE GEORGE

Beginning in May, the Prince George Triathlon Club, together with local School Districts, will host a 3 month “Train to Tri” program, aimed at students in Grades 10 through 12.  Five hours per week will be spent educating up to 110 students on the merits of being physically active...read the full release HERE.

GIANT BICYCLES HIRING FIELD STAFF

Looking for a part-time position representing a leading edge bicycle brand at community events throughout BC?  Look no further!  Read the full job description HERE.

PRINCE GEORGE, LANGLEY, VICTORIA, VERNON OFFICIALS CLINIC  - FREE!

Learn about the fundamental rules of triathlon and how to interpret them (What do you mean I’m too close to the person in front of me? How was I supposed to know that?)

• May 8 (Prince George)*
• May 15 (Victoria - UVIC Clearihue Building) - THIS CLINIC IS NOW FULL
  
• June 5 (Penticton - CANCELLED)
  
• June 12 (Langley)
  
• June 19 (Vernon - 3402 27th Ave.)

• Time: 9:00am - 1:00pm
  
• Cost: FREE to all TriBC members
• Registration: Contact TriBC with your contact details today!

This course, while prerequisite to becoming an official, is also a good introduction to the rules of the sport for both new participants, and a refresher for those who have been racing for years.  Please note, all Officials must be current members of Triathlon BC when officiating.

VANCOUVER COACHING CLINIC, MAY 29 & 30 ADDED TO THE 2010 CLINIC SCHEDULE

Looking to become a certified coach or Club Leader?  Take part in a two-day Coaching Clinic! Click HERE to view details of upcoming Clinics.

VANCOUVER-BASED SCHOOL TRIATHLONS SEEKING VOLUNTEERS

Looking to give back to the sport at the Elementary and High School Level?  Have fun and help make a lasting impression.  Events take place Wednesday's, April 21, May 27, June 2 and June 9. For more information, please contact Kristine Chambers.

DID YOU KNOW - APRIL

Did you know.........that your hip flexors, when tight or shortened, can act like 'parking brakes,' seriously slowing you down.

Hip mobility is the key to unlocking leg power for running, cycling AND swimming!  A series of joint mobility drills, targeting the hip flexors, should be performed prior to training and also used as recovery between training sessions.   

Read the full mini-article HERE.

ATHLETE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (AAP) FINALISTS ANNOUNCED

Triathlon BC, in conjunction with the Provincial Government, would like to thank and congratulate the following athletes for their dedication to training and pursuit of athletic excellence in the 2009/10 season.

• Christine Ridenour
• Matt Sharpe
• Jeff Phillips
• Martina Wan
• Aaron Thomas
• Cole Stewart

As part of our continued support of athlete development, a financial contribution has been made to the above listed athletes.

IN THE BATTLE OF THE SEXES – WHO WILL GO THE LONGEST?

Beginning April 1 through November 30, swimmers of all abilities can sign-up and sign-on to take the Swim Challenge each day to log their hours (not their laps) in the water.  Whether they like it smooth or rough, on their backs or their stomachs, it’s not the stroke that matters but who will outlast their competition.

 

Swim Challenge will track the total time, men vs. women, via a “leader meter” posted on the website and created as a widget so that competitors can keep tabs on their counterparts. The site will also allow swimmers to individually track their personal progress in the pool, encouraging them to swim longer each day.

A $35,000 donation will be split between the Prostate Cancer Foundation (men) and the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (women); allocations will be determined by the cumulative hours swum by each gender.   Read the full release HERE.

HAVE YOU GOT WHAT IT TAKES TO BE A CHAMPION?

We're less than one month away from the kick off of the 2010 Dextro Energy Triathlon ITU World Championship Season.  Check out the ITU's video tribute for the coming season.

 

 

JUST RELEASED!  BC SUMMER GAMES ZONE CONTACT INFORMATION

 

Get involved in the hottest event this summer!  The BC Summer Games is a multisport event, catering to kids 14 and 15 years old.  Due to the popular nature of this event, and the limited number of kids eligible, Zone qualifying may be mandatory.  Contact your local Zone Coach to learn about the qualifying events - don't be left out of the action!  Click HERE for a full list of Zone contacts.

 

DID YOU KNOW - MARCH

 

Did you know.........that you should be taking protein during endurance training?

Endurance athletes often focus exclusively on carbohydrate intake during training...and quite rightly so, as this is the greatest nutritional effector of performance (outside of water intake).  However there are specific benefits to including a small amount of protein in your carb/electrolyte drink.

 

Read the full Mini-Article HERE.

2010 CLUB RENEWAL NOTICE

If your Club is planning to renew TriBC Club affiliations for 2010, Club forms must be forwarded to Triathlon BC by March 31st, 2010. All Clubs that have not renewed by April 1st will be removed from the online listing and membership discounts will not be issued.  Read the full release HERE.

Click HERE to jump to the Club Pages NOW.

2010 BC SUMMER GAMES ARE TAKING SHAPE!

Are you an athlete between the ages of 14 and 15 (as of December 31st), looking to experience your first, Olympic-style multisport Games environment? The BC Summer Games take place in a different host community every two years.  The 2010 Games will be held in Langley, from July 22nd through to 25th.  Catering to athletes from across the Province, the BC Games are the first stepping stone for athletes looking to climb the ladder of success. Learn more about the Games by visiting the official BC Summer Games website. 

Tentative BC Games Zone qualifying events are listed below.

• Zone 3 and 4 – Delta Triathlon, April 24
• Zone 5 – North Shore Sprint Triathlon (Potential alternate to Zone 3 and 4 qualifying), May 24
• Zone 1 – Wasa TriKids Triathlon, June 12
• Zone 6 – Victoria Youth Triathlon, June 13
  
• Zone 2 – Mr. T’s Kids of Steel Triathlon, June 20
• Zone 7 and 8  - TBA

Want to learn more about the Games and how to get involved?  Please contact Triathlon BC today.

For a complete Zone listing, please click this LINK.

BC GAMES ALUMNI WIN GOLD AT VANCOUVER 2010 OLYMPICS

Forty-three percent of the BC athletes on Canada’s Winter Olympic Team have competed at the BC Games!  Hit the link to view a complete list of BC Games Alumni who competed at the Vancouver Olympics. Plan your road to the Olympics, take part in the 2010 BC Games! 

TRIATHLON CANADA NAMES 2010 NATIONAL TEAMS, INCLUDES 8 BC BRED ATHLETES!

Building on one of the most successful seasons for Canada’s senior-level athletes, Triathlon Canada named a stellar line up of 12 athletes that will don the maple leaf while competing in World Championship Series and development level races around the world.  Read about the Team HERE.

NATIONAL TRIATHLON CENTRE JUNIOR CAMP - VICTORIA, MARCH 7th- 12th

Join Kelly Guest, renowned coach, former Commonwealth Games athlete and National Off-Road Triathlon Champion for a week of high quality Junior Elite training, focusing on developing the technical and physical skills necessary to successfully compete at the Junior Elite level.

Designed specifically to move young athletes’ training and racing to the next level, the Spring Training Camp is a sure-fire way to build fitness and provide a jump start on the 2010 racing season!

Download the Camp registration form HERE.

For details or camp specifics, please contact Kelly Guest at victoriatricamp@gmail.com

2010 BC TEAM CRITERIA NOW POSTED

Wondering how to qualify for the BC Team and get your hands on a limited edition ATAC technical garment showing your status as a BC Team member?  Check out the qualifying criteria HERE.

DID YOU KNOW - FEBRUARY

If you compare two triathletes with the same fitness levels (V02 max) and the same lactate threshold, and one is much faster than the other, what explains the difference? An athlete's ECONOMY! Read the mini-article HERE.

2009/10 ATHLETE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

The BC Athlete Assistance Program (BC AAP) is an athlete-centred program of financial assistance funded and administered by the Provincial Government.  BC AAP seeks to recognize and support high performance athletes striving to represent the Province and Canada in athletic competition. Athletes who have demonstrated the potential and commitment to attain this level of excellence can qualify for different levels of financial support based on relative levels of development and competition.

The program seeks to relieve some of the pressures associated with training and competition needs when participating in provincial, national and international sport events. The Provincial Government intends that BC AAP focus on those athletes who are in the position to compete just below those receiving Sport Canada funding.

For a full criteria list, please click HERE.  

Athletes wishing to be considered for AAP must speak to each key element identified in the criteria in a point form basis.  Deadline for submission is noon, Monday, February 22nd.

PACIFIC INSTITUTE FOR SPORT EXCELLENCE (PISE) YOUTH CAMPS

Get your young ones involved in triathlon! The Pacific Institute for Sport Excellence (PISE) is offering two, multi-day development Camps aimed at young racers of all abilities. Starting on February 6th, and running through to the end of the month, the technical camp introduces kids to triathlon in a safe, controlled environment, overseen by a Kids of Steel coach. The Training Camp (March 8 - 12) focuses on skill and technique development for all three sports.   See the PISE Camp details HERE.

SHOW YOUR SUPPORT FOR SPORT FUNDING

We need to send a strong message to the Provincial Government.  Sport funding doesn't end with the 2010 Games. Please take a few minutes to show your support by visiting www.thumbsupforfundingsport.ca.  You can also join the official Facebook page, or send the Premier a message.

A quick update from the campaign as of Friday morning (January 15th)

• 702 people have completed the online E-Card or Letter to the Premier
• 589 people have joined our Fan Page on Facebook
• 1668 different people (or unique visitors) have visited www.thumbsupforfundingsport.ca
• We have appeared in the press and on radio promoting Thumbs Up for Funding Sport and the importance of investing in sport beyond the 2010 Games (click here to listen to a radio interview with Murray Langdon).

2009 RACE SERIES RESULTS & FINISHERS LIST

Want to see the full points breakdown of the 2009 Provincial Race Series?  Follow this LINK to see where you stand.  You can also see the list of Race Series Finishers - those that completed a minimum of 4 of 10 Series events and earned a limited edition Race Series shirt!  Click HERE to see the Finishers list.

TRIATHLON BC SILENT AUCTION GALA, NOVEMBER 19, VANCOUVER ROWING CLUB, WITH SPECIAL GUEST, PAUL REGENSBURG

Looking for a fun night out, rubbing shoulders with fellow triathletes, young and old, novice and elite?  Want to have fun, support sport development in BC AND listed to Lifesport's Master Coach, Paul Regensburg, talk about his often-entertaining experience with top level and age group athletes?  Then plan on attending the TriBC Silent Auction Gala Evening on Thursday, November 19th.

For a third year running, the Gala will be held at the Vancouver Rowing Club.  Doors open from 7:00pm.

As in the past, auction items include various race entries, jewellery, coaching services, athlete testing and so much more!

CANADA SUMMER GAMES UPDATE 2

British Columbia owned the podium by winning gold in both the men’s and women’s triathlon team competitions at the 2009 Canada Summer Games in Summerside, P.E.I. on Friday.

Read the full release HERE.

CANADA SUMMER GAMES UPDATE 1

British Columbia’s Alison Hooper and Jeff Phillips put their names in the history books as the first-ever winners of the men’s and women’s triathlon events staged at a Canada Summer Games, and stepped onto the top of the podium in Summerside, P.E.I. on Tuesday.

Read the full release HERE.

CANADA SUMMER GAMES BC TEAM ROSTER

After close to three years of preparation and competition, our Team representing British Columbia at the 2009 Canada Summer Games has been announced.  Three women and three men will race against Canada’s best athletes during the week long competition. Congratulations to the individuals listed below.

Junior Elite Women - Team BC

• Kyla Coates
• Alison Hooper
• Christine Ridenour 
• Alexandra Coates (Alternate)

Junior Elite Men - Team BC

• Jeff Phillips
• Matthew Sharpe
• Cole Stewart
• Aaron Thomas (Alternate)

On behalf of Triathlon BC, congratulations to the athletes in their nomination, good luck throughout the competition. 

CANADA SUMMER GAMES ATHLETE SELECTION CRITERIA

The Canada Summer Games will be visiting Prince Edward Island in just a few short months.  Do you have what it takes to compete against Canada's best?

Don’t be left behind, wishing you could have been part of the action.  The Canada Summer Games take place every four years, drawing close to 4,000 top athletes from all provinces.  As an inaugural year for Triathlon, race action is guaranteed to be exciting!

With financial support from Provincial and Federal sources, resources being allotted to the development of the Canada Games athletes is second to none!  If you are a high performance triathlete, between the ages of 16 and 20 (as of December 31, 2009), and are able to meet the posted swim/run time standards (with documented times), Triathlon BC wants to hear from you!

The Canada Games Selection Criteria has been created to ensure the most competitive BC Team represents British Columbia in the 2009 Canada Summer Games, a Team capable of achieving podium performances in both the individual sprint and Team relay events.