Thursday, January 14, 2010

TriJuniors Night at Nytro - January 26th, 2010!

Nytro Multisport will be hosting TriJuniors Night for those who would like to learn more and take part in the program.

TriJuniors is committed to promoting and developing the sport of triathlon among high school age youth, (13-18), in a team atmosphere, from beginner to elite ability levels.


There are many ways to be involved in TriJuniors. Parents can come, bring their kids and learn more about what TriJuniors has to offer. We will have 2 - 20 minute presentations on the TriJuniors program, our coaches, practice times, places, race schedule, draft-legal triathlon, goals, discounts from our sponsors, etc. This will be followed by a short Q&A session.


The triathlon community is invited to find out more about how they can be involved in recruiting efforts for TriJuniors, volunteering and assisting with the season.


TIME: 5:30pm - 8pm

Orientation sessions will be at 6pm and 6:45pm

Food and drinks will be served


PLACE: Nytro Multisport

940 South Coast Highway 101

Encinitas , CA 92024

(760) 632-0006

www.nytro.com


COST: FREE!!! We will be raffling off items that night and will be holding a raffle to raise funds for the team.

Raffle items will be displayed at the event and you can bet they will be awesome! Complete details

about the raffle and items forthcoming.


RSVP: Orlanda Vance, Team Coordinator at ovance@trainingbible.com

For more information about the program, please go to our website at www.trijuniors.com, or follow us on twitter @TriJuniors.


We look forward to seeing everyone there. Don’t forget to RSVP!


Coach Vance

Wednesday, January 6, 2010

Now Hiring Volunteer Assistant Coaches!

Volunteer Assistant Coach Job Description

Our mission: TriJuniors is committed to promoting and developing the sport of triathlon among high school age youth, in a team atmosphere, from beginner to elite ability levels, in San Diego County.

Athletes in the TriJuniors program will build skills and learn goal setting and pursuing goals. With hard work and fun, young triathletes will build a healthy lifestyle from their experiences in this positive environment for personal growth both in the sport, and in life.

POSITION INFORMATION:
Objectives:
Develop a positive relationship between yourself and all participants of the team
Encourage positive behaviors and reinforce good self-esteem
Facilitate program with objectivity
Follow programming workouts to ensure that each junior triathlon team member can complete the schedule
Provide and ensure a safe environment for team training and activities

Job Summary:
Time commitment:
Full commitment to the program from February – September 2010
Weekly time commitment is 6-8 hours of at-practice time
Attend mandatory preseason coach training meeting, date TBD

Responsibilities:
Assist Head Coach in leading program participants through weekly training sessions
Serve as a role model and mentor
Be able to prepare, organize, and lead training session
Assist Head Coach in organizing and planning activities and training sessions
Understand and believe in the mission of the organization and act as a spokesperson for the program

Qualifications:
A strong commitment to triathlon and the sport’s development
Excellent verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational skills
Experience working with youth a plus
Flexible / ability to accommodate to a changing environment
USAT Level 1 Certification or higher – HIGHLY PREFERRED
USA Swimming Coaching Certification – highly preferred
USA Cycling Coach – highly preferred

HOW TO APPLY:
Please email your resume to:
Orlanda Vance, Team Coordinator - TriJuniors
orlanda.vance at yahoo dot com

Coach Vance

Monday, January 4, 2010

TriJuniors 2010 Race Schedule!

TriJuniors 2010 is here! The TriJuniors 2010 season will begin with official practices on Sunday, February 7th, at noon. We are thrilled to announce the following race schedule:

  • TCSD Monthly Club Races
  • TCSD Monthly Aquathlons
  • SuperSeal International Triathlon, April 11, 2010 – Coronado, CA
  • Spring Sprint Triathlon, May 2, 2010 – San Diego, CA
  • Encinitas Sprint Triathlon, May 16, 2010 – Encinitas, CA
  • San Diego International Triathlon, June 27, 2010 – San Diego, CA
  • Carlsbad Triathlon, July 11, 2010 – Carlsbad, CA
  • Solana Beach Triathlon, July 25, 2010 – Solana Beach, CA
  • USAT Junior Elite Nationals, August 14, 2010 – San Diego, CA
  • San Diego Triathlon Classic, September 18, 2010 – San Diego, CA*

*Other races may be added, or removed, depending on experience and ability level of kids on the team, as well as availability of space at events.

More news to come!

Coach Vance