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Good day TriNB members and friends,
We are now four races into the 2010 season and participation numbers are up 25% over 2009 for the same events! This is excellent news as it proves more and more NB'ers are realizing the benefits of living a healthy and active lifestyle. This also shows that our volunteer race directors and race committees are hosting events that athletes want to attend so hats off to you folks for all your efforts for the benefits of our members. If you are looking at your calendar and thinking about future races, keep in mind that World's age group spots are available to be won in Chaleur (sprint distance) and Mactaquaq (long course tri). And be sure to check out the Fundy National Park event that gives the racer the option between a road ride (as in a standard triathlon) or a mountain bike ride instead. This is a new option and one we are very proud to sanction and promote on the 2010 calendar.
TriNB has sanctioned two Kids of Steel races so far this season and participation was stellar at both the Woodstock and Fredericton events. Jon Tracy is working diligently on helping us develop a solid Junior series so keep an eye out for future dates and venues as these get confirmed. Best of luck to the kids planning to participate in the remaining KOS events and remember to always have fun! A special thanks goes out to Peter and the Subaru Moncton Duathlon for their generous $1,500 contribution to youth development...thanks for the support!
Following the successful attendance at our last seminar held in Fredericton, TriNB is looking to host another Community Coaching course in Moncton this Fall. The goal is to certify as many NB'ers as possible then hopefully have these coaches start/support local clubs in their communities. Having a club established in your community is a great way to connect with fellow triathletes (or athletes in one of the particular disciplines) and this provides all sorts of benefits such as training partners, camaraderie, mutual support, and knowledge based on experience that can be passed along. TriNB has posted resources on the site that explain how to start a club, what is involved in getting it going/keeping it growing, and we're always here to lend a hand if you need it so feel free to contact us.
Lastly, TriNB is looking for more certified officials to volunteer at their local races and, if you so desire, at events we can help you get to through mentorship and by helping to cover expenses. There is both a Level #1 and a Level #2 program posted on the TriNB site that asks you to review the materials before completing/submitting a short exam which will be graded by Marilynn Georgas. If you choose to volunteer at local events this year, these courses are perfect to help you be proficient in your roles. And should you decide you wish to move along to become a technical director or lead official, we can help you do this so please let us know.
That's all for now so, until we chat again, train smart and always have fun doing it!
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Triathlon Canada to Host Weeklong Paratriathlon Camp in Budapest
Thursday, September 2 2010
VICTORIA—For the first time ever Triathlon Canada will be centralizing the nation’s top paratriathletes for a weeklong training camp to fully prepare for the World Championships in Budapest Hungary.
Eight athletes including Pierre Ouelett (Ancienne-Lorette, Que.), Darren Smith (Victoria), Charles Moreau (Trois-Rivieres, Que.), Grant Darby (Hamilton), Lorene Hatelt (Brampton, Ont.), Kim Wedgerfiled (Calgary), Kimberly Fawcett (Orleans, Ont.), and Jody Barber (Smithers, B.C.) will be working with the paratriathlon coaching staff Carly Priebe and Vincent Gauthier in the days...
Triathlon Training - Fredericton
Wednesday, September 1 2010
We have just received details of a brand new Triathlon Training Group in Fredericton - full details are below.
"I will be running a triathlon training group here at UNB for people who are interested in doing some formal training and workouts. One of my former athletes will be coaching the group and I will be designing the workouts.
The group will run on Wednesday from 7:30-8:30 pm and Sunday from 6:30-7:30 pm September 15th to December 7th. $180.00 per term
We will do second term registration and dates based on success of the program first term
Thank you,
Paula Stew...
Terry Fox Run
Tuesday, August 31 2010
I have received this information from the Terry Fox Run and thought it would of interest to our members.
"I'm Co-Chair of Volunteers for the 30th Anniversary Terry Fox Run which will be taking place on Sunday, September 19th on the Confederation Bridge. We had 14,000 participants back in 2005 for the 25th Anniversary and are hoping for 20,000 for this year's event.
We are looking to recruit 300 volunteers to assist with this event and I received your email address from Onne de Boer, Provincial Director for the Terry Fox Foundation in Fredericton. I was wondering if you...
Ironman this weekend
Monday, August 30 2010
Here are some of the New Brunswick results from Ironman Events this weekend. Congratulations to everyone who raced.
Troy Allaby - Penticton - 9:39:53
Rob Daigle - Penticton - 11:51:13
Lisa Flewelling - Penticton - 11:51:59
Patricia Ketterling - Penticton 12:53:38
Marlene McVicar - Louisville 13:48.22
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