2020 ENDURANCE BASE CAMP - EASTER.
The Triathlon Warrior Penticton Base Camp is 4 days of aerobic intensity "base-training" with the primary focus on cycling. It has been a season-starter for Western Canadian triathletes and cyclists for 17 years - The camp also provides the opportunity for on-course training for local events including the Prospera GranFondo Axel Merckx Okanagan. This is an opportunity for athletes of all levels, to get together and have a weekend of supported training, in a fun atmosphere.
Lead by former professional triathlete and coach, Kevin Cutjar, coaches and group leaders will guide cycling routes in the South Okanagan that most visiting athletes don't usually experience. Riders will be grouped by ability, experience and current fitness level and/or desired ride distance (or time) for each day. Each group of 10 to 15 athletes will have a dedicated support vehicle for each ride (and run).
Regarding Cycling ability - Minimum: You need to be able to confidently clip in and out of your pedals, change gears and have a good understanding of road rules. Group riding experience is beneficial, but not essential. Tight bunch riding may be performed by the more experienced riders, but is generally discouraged for the less experienced. Within the group structure, riders are encouraged to ride at a sensible pace for the group and stick together.... No-one will be left behind. There is ample support for all levels of rider.
Competitive? All abilities are catered to in this camp. While we accommodate and encourage newer athletes, we also have multi-time (Hawaii) Ironman finishers and Ultra Distance Champions as group leaders. This camp will suit the strongest athletes who are out for a big volume spring training camp.
One 60-90 minute swim workout will be held at the Penticton Community Centre 10 lane, 25 meter pool facility, which also includes hot-tub, steam-room and sauna, which may appeal to the non-swimmers after a big day on the bike!
To enhance recovery and the fun factor of the weekend, 2 Yoga classes are included. Shioki Yoga has a great program suited to cyclists and triathletes.
8:00 to 8:30am: Camp Check-in (*Locations TBA). Please come prepared to ride. We will leave directly after the ride briefing, once groups have been confirmed etc. Coffee and Tea Provided at sign-in.
8:30am: Introductions - preview of schedule, ride groups and and training routes for the day.
9:00am - 2:00pm: Cycling - Rides vary from 50k to 120k. Ride groups are based on experience, current fitness level and ability. We have a very efficient system for sorting groups, pre-ride and during. All good. All Fun. No pressure!!
3:00pm: Run (*Locations TBA) - 30 to 60min - An out-&-back route with group leaders - Run at your own pace. You can choose your own turnaround point. 1 aid station provided..
8:00am: Pre-Ride briefing – Groups organized for Day 2 rides. Please come prepared to ride. (*Locations TBA).
8:30am: Cycling - Ride distances will vary from 75 to 160km.
8.30 to 9.30pm - Group riding & skills clinic for "D-Group", followed by group ride.
3.00 to 3.45pm - Coach Info session - Swim training for triathlon (*Pool location).
4:00 - 5:30pm: Penticton Community Centre Pool - Swim session for Triathletes. Aerobic Endurance Workout and Hot-Tub/Sauna/Steam Room available to all campers! Please be on deck, ready to swim at 4.05pm.
Saturday Night = Free Night!
8:00 - 10:00am: Meet at (*Locations TBA) - Endurance (Long) Run, up to 2 hours. Scenic out and back route.
9.30am - 11.00am - Post-Run Brunch. Kettle Valley Station Pub at the Ramada (1070 Eckhardt Ave W, Penticton).
12:00pm - Cycling - Recovery spin or "Pile on the Miles". 25 - 80(+)km.
8:00am: Cycling - Various distance options available.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Schedule or planned training routes may change on short notice, due to weather conditions.
Prices are in Canadian Dollars and 5% GST applies.
Supported training - rides and runs.
Pool Admission + coached swim workout for triathletes and and hot-tub/sauna/steam-room access to all.
Camp garments - L/S Tech camp-shirt.
2020 Base Camp Refund Policy - 75% of the registration fee is refundable for cancellations up until Midnight March 9th, 2020. For cancellations between March 10th and March 31st, 50% of the camp fee may be used toward another service* during 2020. Sorry, but there will be no refunds after March 31st, 2018.
*Additional services by Impact MultiSport Coaching Ltd, DBA Triathlon Warrior Coaching, Penticton BC.
*Additional services by Triathlon Warrior Coaching (Impact MultiSport Coaching Ltd) located in Penticton BC can be seen HERE .