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Luray Triathlon Race Prep & Open Water Swim Clinic 2011Sunday, August 7, 2011 from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM (ET)Luray, VA |
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Event Details
Welcome to beautiful Lake Arrowhead Park in scenic Luray, Virginia!
Geared toward beginner and novice triathletes, this Race Prep & Open Water Swim Clinic is designed to help you prepare for the Luray International and Sprint Triathlons as well as other short course triathlons with open water swims.
The full clinic includes course discussion; a lifeguard supervised open water practice swim in pristine Lake Arrowhead; and a chance to ride and run the scenic bike and run courses. There is also an option for the swim only portion of the clinic.
About the Clinic
For the open water swim portion, coaches will be there to talk briefly about open water swimming and give tips for success, but most of all the practice is an opportunity for YOU as the athlete to get in open water in a safe, lifeguarded, stress free, non-competitive environment that will bolster your confidence come race morning. Course will be marked with buoys and you are welcome to swim multiple laps of the course within the allotted time frame. Please note that this is not an individual stroke clinic.
For the bike and run portions of the full clinic, coaches will discuss biking and running then give you the opportunity to practice on the Luray Triathlon course in a non-competitive environment. Finally, the full clinic wraps up with a discussion and examples of transition area. Lunch is included with the full clinic.
Schedule of Events:
| 8:00 - 8:30 AM | Check in and welcome at park shelter |
| 8:30 - 9:00 AM | Open water swim discussion at shelter |
| 9:00 - 10:00 AM* |
Open water swim practice in the lake *Swim only may swim until 1030 |
| 10:00 - 10:30 AM | Bike and run workshop at shelter |
| 10:30 - 12:00 PM | Bike and run course practice on course |
| 12:00 - 12:45 | Lunch + Transition Workshop |
| 12:45 - 1:00 PM | Wrap up |
- Full Clinic with Lunch: $65 (before Aug 1) / $85 (after Aug 1)*
- Swim Only Clinic: $25 (before Aug 1) / $35 (after Aug 1)*
Clinic Instructors:
David Glover, MS, CSCS: Luray Triathlon Race Director and founder of ENDURANCEWORKS LLC, David is a USA Triathlon and USA Cycling certified coach with more than 15 seasons of triathlon racing.
Margaret "Mei Mei" Connor: Founder of Open Water Works, LLC, Mei Mei has been and Athletic, Personal/Life and Career Coach since 1995.
- Open Water Swim Coach & Instructor for Beginner to Olympic Trial Level Triathlete or Swimmer, Specializing in Beginner/Fear of Open Water Swimmer since 2000;
- Pool Swim Instructor Specializing in Beginning Swimmers since 1995;
- Red Cross Water Safety Instructor;
- USMS Colony Zones Record Holder 2009: Age Group Winner Brooklyn Bridge Swim 2010.
Contact Mei Mei at coachingopenwater.com or 703-786-1773 for information or to schedule an appointment.
Jen Tallman is a USAT Level 1 Coach and three time Ironman finisher who specializes in working with new swimmers, busy athletes of all levels, and athletes with motivational issues. She is the owner of ATP Endurance Systems, and the Executive director of The Ironjen Foundation, which helps autoimmune patients get access to natural and alternative therapies.
Krista Schultz, MEd, CSCS: Founder of She Does Tri, Krista is USA Triathlon Coach and 4-time USA Triathlon All-American. You can read more about Krista on her blog: kristaschultz.com.
- Swim Only: Swimming gear, towel, goggles. Water temperature expected to be in mid 70's to low 80's. Wetsuits are permitted.
- Full Clinic: Please bring bike and comfortable clothing and equipment for swimming, biking, and running. Swimming gear, towel, goggles. Water temperature expected to be low 80's F in August. Wetsuits are permitted.
Refund and Transfer Policy: Registration fee refunded at 50% or transferred to later clinic at 100% if requested more than 14 days from event. No refunds or transfers within 14 days of event.
Special Thanks: A very special thanks to the Town of Luray for allowing us to conduct this event at Lake Arrowhead.
USAT Sanctioned Event: USA Triathlon is the national governing body for the sports of
triathlon, duathlon, winter triathlon and aq uathlon in the United
States. Participation in a USAT sanctioned event means the event
director has the proper permits in place, liability and athlete excess
medical insurance coverage and the event plan has met the standard of
organization required. USA Triathlon provides rules, guidance and
governance to set the standard for safe and fair multi-sport races. For
more information on USA Triathlon and fueling the multi-sport
lifestyle, visit their website at usatriathlon.org.
Please note: You must sign a USA Triathlon (USAT) waiver and pay $10 for one day license if you cannot prove current USAT annual membership status.
When & Where
Lake Arrowhead Park
265 Lake Arrowhead Rd
Luray,
VA 22835
Sunday, August 7, 2011 from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM (ET)
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The water temperature of Lake Arrowhead was 82F this morning at 9 AM.
Just a reminder about the Luray Triathlon Race Prep Clinic & Open Water Swim Clinic this Sunday, August 7 from 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM. We will have morning of registration ($35 swim only clinic / $85 full clinic + $10 if not a USAT member for a 1-day license) Check in and clinic will be held at the Lion's Shelter towards the back of the park (3rd large shelter on the left past the turn off to go down to the lake). Look for the ENDURANCEWORKS banner. We will have bottled water and Gatorade on ice plus snacks (trail mix, bananas, etc) available, too. What to Bring For a copy of the course map and important race details please download the Athlete Guide at luraytriathlon.com. Water temperature of Lake Arrowhead was 84F on Friday so will probably be about the same on Sunday. Wetsuits are permitted (this is not a race), but not necessary since the water will be relatively warm. If you need a wetsuit, Bonzai Sports in Falls Church has them for rent. USAT Members Please bring your USAT card if you signed up as a USAT member, otherwise you'll have to pay the $10 fee for 1-day insurance. If you don't have your card, you can download a copy of your card at usatriathlon.org. A very special thanks to:
Water temperature of Lake Arrowhead was 84F yesterday, which is warm for a wetsuit. Since this is not a race, you are still welcome to practice in your wetsuit, but be sure drink to stay well hydrated.
Water temperature was 85F on Monday (8/1). Hopefully, it will cool down a little this week with rain showers.