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Tri and Give (TAG) will energize your daily routine and train you to be a triathlete. We’re looking for ordinary people ready to experience an extraordinary event. YOU will be training for the Santa Cruz (formerly Sentinel) Triathlon, Sunday, September 20, 2009. You will swim 1 mile, bike 24 miles and run 6.2 miles. When you cross the finish line, the feeling of triumph is an adrenaline rush beyond compare, with bragging rights to match.
Neil and Laura Frasier, our TAG coaches and accomplished triathletes themselves, will head up this ten-week training program designed specifically to fit your level of fitness and ability. The Golden Gate Triathlon Club will provide you with experienced volunteers and membership in the club voted “Best of the Bay” three years running!
The majority of the program’s fee, minus some administrative costs, will be donated to local charities helping fellow athletes and kids. Thanks to GGTC members, coaches and participants, we have raised over $70,000 and shared our passion of triathlon and sports with others in our community.
TAG Training will Include:
- Three coached group workouts per week
- Learn techniques to safely and effectively improve your swimming, strengthen your biking and add speed to your running
- Clinics that will cover everything you ever wanted to know about triathlons but were afraid to ask
- Additional e-mail support to fuel your passion, encourage your commitment and answer any questions
- Equipment overview, evaluation and recommendations
- Weekly training programs emailed to you detailing every phase of your training
- GGTC annual membership
- Travel, Train and Race with the TAG TEAM
The ten-week program will begin July 11, 2009 and run through to race day on September 20, 2009. There will be an informational meeting on Monday, June 29, 2009 at Sports Basement in the Presidio at 6:30pm. Kickoff and final registration will be Wednesday, July 8, 2009 at Gordon Biersch Brewery. The first group workout will be held on Saturday, July 11, 2009.
Individuals will be responsible for purchasing their own equipment (we can help show you the options), and purchasing your race slot. Register for the race at www.santacruztriathlon.org – don’t delay, we recommend you sign up early as the race has been known to sell out fast!
FAQS:
Who is this for?
Self-motivated, enthusiastic individuals that want to take on the challenge of multi sport training! Men and women that can swim 200 yards ride a bike and run a few miles. Someone that may have completed a triathlon previously and is looking to go to the next level.
When will I be working out?
Your first group workout will be Saturday, July 11th. Monday nights you will be swimming at Aquatic Park at 6pm. Wednesday nights you will be running track at Kezar Stadium in San Francisco at 6:30pm; Saturday will be your long training day for combinations of workouts called “Bricks”.
Where will I be training?
Monday night swims at Aquatic Park at 6:00, Weds night track at Kezar Stadium at 6:30 and Saturday bricks in SF or Marin, various locations.
What happens if I can't make it to all the workouts?
Life happens; it would be great if we had enough time in the day to do everything we want. With the help of your coaches, you can train as little as 8 hours a week. And feel confident you can complete the race.
Do I have to race?
No, participation is optional; this program is about trying something new, setting goals, and achieving them. We built into the program an optional training race, “The Santa Cruz Sprint Tri”. This is a sprint distance triathlon Sunday, August 9th, in Santa Cruz. This will give you the opportunity to test your new skills. Details at www.finishlineproduction.com.
Can you tell me more about Santa Cruz Tri?
Race information and weekend events are available at www.santacruztriathlon.org. Entry fee is not included with the program. You must enter yourself.
What about equipment?
You will need a bicycle and helmet, a good pair of running shoes, swimsuit, goggles and a wetsuit. We can help you find the right equipment for you.
How do I register for TAG?
Scroll down to the bottom of this page. Program payment is made through PayPal.
Key Dates to Know:
TAG Information Meeting
Monday, June 29th, 6:30pm
Sports Basement Presidio -- Tri Dept
TAG Kick-off Meeting & Final Registration
Wednesday July 8th, 7 pm, Gorden Biersch Brewery
2 Harrison Street, Free Parking in Garage with Validation
First Group Workout
Saturday, July 11th - Sports Basement Presidio
The program fee is $330 after June 30th. This includes the $11 paypal fee. There is also an additional fee of $65 for a one-year full membership to GGTC. This gains you access to various club workouts and numerous sponsor discounts. See the website, www.ggtc.org, for more information.
We are also offering a $20 retro rebate to anyone who joins TAG and refers a non-GGTC member to the program. The person who is referred just needs to put the GGTC member's name in the comments field during the PayPal payment process. We will credit the GGTC member $20 once we verify they are an active GGTC member and are also signed up for the TAG to Santa Cruz Tri 2009 training program.
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TAG to Santa Cruz Olympic Distance Triathlon- $330.00 |
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