February 5, 2009
Digest submissions for February
I am taking a holiday in Mexico from February 16-25 to attend my daughter’s wedding. Next week it’s business as usual, but for the February 19th edition of Digest, please send your submissions to Pam and John Milnes at: dasani2@telus.net. For the February 26th edition, send them to wabbit@shaw.ca, but CC Pam and John just in the off chance that I encounter flight delays or cancellations returning from Mexico on the 25th. Gracias amigos.
Rob
TWC members celebrating birthdays this week:
[ Graham Fisher
[ Norm Ringstad
[ Annabelle Suminski
Sunday March 8, 2009 Bazan Bay,Part Deux
Also known as “I’ll be back until you sign up to volunteer”
Team West Coast Needs you, its members, to help out twice a year at theBazan Bay 5km and the Victoria Youth Triathlon. In return you are able to swim, bike, run, walk, drink, eat and sleep (okay, okay maybe the sleep part is an exaggeration).
Ø Did you know funds raised at Bazan Bay go towards the Youth Triathlon, a break even event put on by TWC for the youth of BC?
Ø Did you know that a portion of the funds are donated to various charitable groups?
Ø Did you know the remainder helps support numerous club activities (you will have to wait for thePart III to find out which ones)?
We are on track to make this year’s Bazan Bay 5km another great success. A number of TWC members and their spouseshave stepped forward to volunteerbut we still need more. You can help out:
Ø a week before the race with flyer distribution
Ø race day pre race set up
Ø race marshalling
Ø kitchen/hall support
Ø post race tear down
Ø Saturday (7th)race pick upat Frontrunners
Ø race day registration
Email me today at the link below and get entered for a volunteer draw prize
MSichael Roth,
Bazan Bay Volunteer Coordinator
bazanbay@yahoo.ca
Valentine’s Day Draw Prize
Our next Bazan Bay volunteer draw prize is coming up on Valentine’s Day, February 14th. Sign up with Mike today, don't miss your chance at the next prize.
Wayne
NCCP report
Recently Sean Cunningham and I attended a National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) workshop for Adult Community Coaching put on by Tri BC.
What did we attend?
Until recently Tri BC and Triathlon Canada had used a ‘certificate’ based learning program structure. I.e. you attend a course and you are certified. One of the problems identified was that merely attending a course gave a person certification regardless of whether they learned anything on the course and certainly regardless of whether they have applied any of their learning. Tri BC has now implemented a ‘certification’ program. What we attended was a workshop that now gives us the ability to register for a certified program.
What did we learn?
The course was mainly focused on us sharing our knowledge amongst the island based triathlon coaches. Having said that the following are some of the areas that were taught:
A) Risk Management – This covered areas such as Environmental, Equipment, Facility and Human Risks (Some examples are checking the bike over just prior to a ride (e.g. confirm that the quick release on the bike hasn’t worked it’s way loose in transporting the bike to the start of the workout), When practicing open water swimming, make sure the weaker swimmers are comfortable being somewhat isolated as the swim gets further into the lake)
B) Making Ethical Decisions – This is based on four fundamental principles: i) Respect for Participants, ii) Coaching Responsibly, iii) Maintaining Integrity in Relationships and iv) Honouring Sport
C) Training and Planning Concepts – Identified the four general characteristics as to why people participate in sport (and hence training). These are:
a. Social,
b. Success,
c. Self-Direction and
d. Sensation (Some examples are during a warm-down of a run workout, run (slowly) backwards. This would give a different sensation, as well as social (a.k.a fun) achievement)
D) Training and Planning Concepts – This covered thinking of a training plan from a seasonal perspective down to an individual week and workout session.
E) Technical Skills Foundations – This covered the principles of order in terms of correcting an athlete’s style in a sport. One should correct Safety, (i.e. Awareness and Base (Foundation)) followed by Core (i.e. Stability and Postural Control) then Coordination (i.e. The combination of more than one moving part at a time) and finally Component (i.e. Mechanics)
Should you have any specific questions give me or Sean a shout via e-mail.
Mike Walsh mpwalsh@telus.net
TRI-BC membership and insurance
If you are training for the upcoming duathlon/triathlon season, now is the time to think about renewing your 2009 TRI-BC membership. TRI-BC membership includes insurance when you are training with TWC. Our coaches include Audrey Stibbe, Wayne Coulson, Phil McOrmond, Mike Walsh, Sean Cunningham, and Hillerie Denning. Membership also includes insurance when you are racing. You can renew online; the TWC password is 3852. Remember TWC members get a reduced membership fee.
Invitation
Members of Team West Coast: Come out and experience the Subaru West Coast Triathlon Series. The series features four exciting events located in absolutely beautiful locations. Athletes of all abilities, from first-timers to elite athletes, will participate in different distances including half an Ironman, Sprint, Olympic, and Relay. This year the series will feature great souvenirs, chances to win a VIP trip to Hawaii, a nationally televised race, opportunities to qualify for Ironman, and fun for everyone. For more information on the series please visit www.triseries.ca or contact me. Thanks and all the best for the New Year!
John Botelho
Events Manager
A Big Thank-you to TWC
For your awesome support for the Investors Group “Walk For Memories” held January 25’09 @ UVIC Centennial Stadium! It was a grand success, both in raising money & community awareness re: Dementia. A special thanks to Audrey Stibbe for doing the pre-walk "warm up" - she sure got the blood flowing and enthusiasm rolling. Note: donations are still being accepted: pledge a walker [Jacquie Farris] online @ www.walkformemories.com or call: 250-382-2052
Island Race Series Carpooling
Anyone wishing to carpool to out of town races can meet at the Helmcken Road park-and-ride lot. All out of town races start at 11:00, so departure times are suggested so that arrival at the race is approximately 10:00 to allow time for a coffee along the way and a warm-up jog before the race. If you are planning to carpool to the race, and plan to leave at a different time, let wabbit know how many seats are available and I can post in the Digest if you are looking to fill a vehicle. Also, don’t forget www.pickuppal.com as another option.
[ February 8, Cedar 12k - 08:30 departure
[ March 22, Comox Valley Half Marathon - 07:30 departure
[ April 5, Merville 15k - 07:00 departure
[ April 19, Sooke River 10k & Series Awards - 09:15 departure
TWC Cycling News
There was a good showing for the ride last Saturday; thirteen in all, comprising nine in the main pack and four in the slower group underSteve's good guidance. The sun brought out both Karen and Tony who had been away the previous week under clouds in Florida. However, Tony was energized after bringing back three GOLD medals from the Masters World Badminton Championships in Miami. Way to Go Tony. The main pack did the regular Wain Road route, lead at a moderate pace by Wayne, Tom and Tony. The middlewas held by Chuck, Karen, Matt and Kevin and Sue and I brought up the rear as usual. Apparently there was somejockeyingfor position on the way back along West Saanich Road but I decided to miss the action this time. The only item of interest on the ride was Tom's effort to get a head start on Valentine's Day by offering to buy Sue a bagel and coffee on the way home. One of Steve's group came unstuck on some ice on Lochside Drive (Goose?) and went down hard. We've all done that at one time or another so don't feel too badly. We hope that the bruises fade quickly and that you'll be out with us next week.
Saturday rides will continue, meeting at Francelli's Coffee Shop in the Royal Oak Shopping Centre at 9:00 am.
Maurice Robinson
TWC Cycling Coordinator
Winter Indoor Bike Training!
Team West Coast Members are invited to join the indoor bike training program at Commonwealth Place this winter. The program offers 2 sessions per week with an option to attend only one session per week as well. This program is designed and coached by one of Victoria’s few Level 3 cycling coaches and is very popular with TWC members because of the considerable improvement realized in outdoor cycling, whether it be racing or recreational. Thursday night sessions also include an optional run after the ride. All abilities welcome. For more info, call 250-744-DOŸIT (3648). Options:
[ January 6th – March 26th, Tuesday and/or Thursdays, 6-7:15pm
[ January 6th – June 16th, Tuesday and/or Thursdays, 6-7:15pm
(Please note that trainer sessions are only on Thursdays after March 31st). To register http://recreation.saanich.ca/reconline/Activities/ActivitiesDetails.asp?ProcessWait=N&aid=27046&From=fas or call Saanich Commonwealth Place at 250-475-7600
SwimFit
Are you interested in improving your swim times in a triathlon or just want to get some low impact exercise? If so, join SwimFit at the Commonwealth Pool. SwimFit is a regular program held on Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:15 am to 11:30 am. Its focus is stroke improvement and it is appropriate for Novice and Intermediate Triathletes and Swimmers. There are 2 or more on-deck coaches to help you improve your swim. So if you can swim 50 meters, then we can do the rest! The next session starts January 5th. Please register at the Commonwealth Center. To register http://recreation.saanich.ca/reconline/Activities/ActivitiesDetails.asp?ProcessWait=N&aid=42138 or call Saanich Commonwealth Place at 250-475-7600
Day-Time Masters Swim
Looking for a great workout that isn’t too early or too late? Team West Coast members are invited to join the noon Masters Swim Program at Commonwealth Place, held Monday, Wednesday and Friday from noon until 1 pm. All abilities are welcome and the program is based on a structured swim progression that includes stroke improvement and tips for swimming in the open water. Whether you are training for a triathlon, a Masters Swim meet, or just for fitness, this program is for you. Designed and led by experienced coaches. For more info, call 744–DO IT! (3648). Options:
[ January 5th – Mar 27th, Mon, Wed, and Fri, 12-1:00pm
[ January 5th – June 19th, Mon, Wed, and Fri, 12-1:00pm
To register http://recreation.saanich.ca/reconline/Activities/ActivitiesDetails.asp?ProcessWait=N&aid=42138 or call Saanich Commonwealth Place at 250-475-7600
January Highlights
This past month Sean Cunningham and Mike Walsh attended the TRI-BC Community Coaching Course. Jacqui Coulson and Karen Knott attended the RIDER'S CYCLE Ladies Maintenance Course. Congratulations! Great feedback. Mike's report is included in this Digest.
TWC Classifieds
As a service to TWC members, products or services that may be of benefit to the general membership may be advertised here. Items not sold must be renewed each week.
All pre-orders for TWC vests have been filled and vests are now available for all. Great for cool morning/evening running.Bright colours. All sizes available. $70
Contact Wayne waynecoulson@shaw.ca
For Sale:
Ladies size 10 Orca Predator wetsuit. Should fit 5'2''-5'9"120-140 lbs.
Very good condition. Call: Elaine250-477-5152
Bicycle trainer for sale
Basic fluid resistance trainer made by Bike Nashbar. Works well and easy to adjust. $100 obo. Contact Kevin Taylor at kevin_c_taylor@yahoo.com.
Rider's Special
Cold weather coming? Indoor spinning is the answer. Rider's has a great deal on the KENETIC FLUID TRAINER with complimentary Spinervals DVD. Retail for $360 + tax. TWC price at $280 + taxes.
Lost and Found
Lost or found something that may belong to another TWC member? - advertise it here.
Something for Digest?
Have some news for TWC members? Send it to wabbit@shaw.ca by Wednesday at 6 p.m. for the next Digest. Items received late cannot be guaranteed to make it into that week’s edition.
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