All MINI COW TRI CLUB clinics and camps are designed and led by three-time USA Triathlon All-American Christy Lausch. Christy brings 14 years of multisport experience and two coaching certifications from USA Triathlon, including a USA Triathlon Youth and Junior Coaching Certification. In 2011, Christy coached 18 youth triathletes to 57 individual performances and 24 podium finishes.
YOUTH TRANSITION CLINIC — MARCH 24, 2012
Transitions are often called the fourth sport of triathlon. MINI COW TRI CLUB is offering a free clinic to help take the mystery out of the swim-to-bike and bike-to-run transitions and get your young triathlete MOOtivated for the 2012 triathlon season!
One part presentation, one part hands-on, the Youth Transition Clinic will cover basic triathlon equipment needs, transition tips and tricks, bike mount/dismount techniques and safety.
Following the presentation portion of the clinic there will be a few minutes for Q&A, and then the first 24 youth triathletes to register will have an opportunity to put their new skills to practice during hands-on drills and a fun relay event. The clinic is free but registration is required.
What: Youth Transition Clinic
Who: Children ages 7-15
When: Saturday, March 24, 2012, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Where: Multisport World Conference and Expo, Hanley Center for Athletic Excellence, 10900 Rockville Pike, North Bethesda, MD 20852
Fee: Free, registration required
Register: imATHLETE.com/events/YouthTransitionClinic
Due to space limitations as well as the safety of our youth triathletes and coaches, we can only invite the first 24 children that register to participate in the hands-on portion of the clinic.
There's a bunch stuff at the 2012 Multisport World Conference and Expo for grownup triathletes too—six time Ironman World Champion Dave Scott is the keynote speaker—so hoof it on over to their website and register yourself. Admission to the expo and seminars is free!
Questions about the Youth Transition Clinic? Contact Coach Christy at christy@MiniCowTriClub.com or 301.305.3339.
SPRING BREAK YOUTH TRIATHLON CAMP — APRIL 3-5, 2012
We've teamed up with our friends at Health Unlimited Family Fitness & Aquatic Center again to offer a three day triathlon camp during Spring Break! Our Spring Break Triathlon Camp is designed for children ages 7 to 15 and will focus on swimming basics, bike safety and skills, running techniques, strength training, race preparation, equipment needs and transition tips.
Previous multisport experience is not necessary, but children should be able to swim 50 yards, confidently ride a bike without training wheels, and run for 10 minutes continuously. Children will need to bring their own bike and must have a helmet with a working chin strap. You do not need to be a member of Health Unlimited to register your triathlete for this camp, however, camp size is limited and registration is through Health Unlimited only.
What: Spring Break Triathlon Camp
Who: Children ages 7-15, Health Unlimited membership not required
When: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, April 3, 4 and 5 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Where: Health Unlimited Family Fitness & Aquatic Center, 103 Century Drive, Mount Airy, MD
Fee: $105 Health Unlimited Members, $125 Non-members
Register: Registration is through Health Unlimited only. Stop by the front desk, call 301.829.9730 or visit MyHealthUnlimited.com.
Questions about the Spring Break Triathlon Camp? Contact Coach Christy at christy@MiniCowTriClub.com or 301.305.3339.
TRAIN WITH A _______ YOUTH TRIATHLON CAMP — TBA
This half day camp will feature simulated open water swimming, a unique venue, and super cool training partners (we can't let their identities out of the barn yet)! We're dotting our i's and crossing our t's and will be making an announcement in early February.
YOUTH TRIATHLON SUMMER CAMP — JULY 30 - AUGUST 3, 2012
Mark your cowendar because we're puttin' on a week-long, half-day triathlon camp this Summer! We're pulling together all the details and will be making an announcement in February.