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BUCS 09 Team

Jade is on the camera... but so she doesn't feel left out...

Jade doing her killer whale impression ;-)

What is Triathlon?

Triathlon is a multisport consisting traditionally of a swim, bike and run element. Triathlon is one of the fastest growing sports in the UK. Try it out and see why!

About the club

We are a small (but growing!) friendly group of individuals who love a challenge. Our aim is to get fit and have fun doing it!

Training sessions will be structured so that beginners and more experienced members can learn from each other and at the same time have a quality session.

We also compete in most associated events, for example long distance running and many cycling events.

This year we also hope to try a few adventure races, these include mountain biking and trail running and look like a lot of fun.

We are affiliated with the Human Performance Unit so quality advice is never far away.

Club Committee

 If you have any questions please contact: Harry (Club President) hsmitha@essex.ac.uk

Lake District: Dan and John in the water Harry on the camera.

Training Times

Swimming

This year we have teamed up with the Swimming and Water Polo Club so we can offer you more quality pool time.

Meet at 8PM SU Bar on Campus for ALL sessions.

A session fee of £60 gets you access to all these sessions for the entire year.

Cycling

A lot of informal cycle training is done by our members. To meet fellow riders come to the other running and brick sessions and get some numbers.

Sunday mornings we are invited to train with a local cycling team - VC Revolution. The ride starts at 9AM. They cover around 40 miles at 17-18mph average. Contact Harry for more details or check out their website. http://www.vcrevolution.co.uk/

Other local clubs include:
Colchester Rovers: http://www.colchester-rovers.org.uk/
Inter Bike: http://www.veloschils.com/index.html

Running

Day: Tuesday
Location: Garrison Track Colchester.
Times: 6.15PM @ the Sports Centre Reception for lifts or 6.30PM @ the track.
Details: This is a coached session for all members of all abilities. Usual session routine is a warm up, drills session and then a main set. Excellent for improving your run technique! Session finishes at roughly 8PM.
Cost: £1 to enter the track!

Brick Session - Cycling then running

Day: Saturday
Location: Sports Centre (by the tennis courts)
Times: 10AM
Details: Ride followed by run.

How much does it Cost?

Club membership for students is £15 per year. This entitles you to full use of club equipment, sessions and affiliation to the Human Performance Unit and the Swimming and Water Polo Club.

Session fees

Running is £1 to be paid upon entry to the track.

Swimming is £60 for the year to be paid to Harry ASAP.

Casual Training

If you cannot make the times above, often members will be training most days so there is always the opportunity of a training partner. During the summer we will organise open water swim training and regular social rides.

If you have any questions on training do not hesitate to get in touch!

Socials

This year we are introducing lycra socials - basically it's a good chance for new guys and current members to see if they fit their  tri suits before we actually have a race. They will probably get wet and there is a good chance you will do some running in them. Also Dave's idea of time trial pints sounds cool : )

How do I join?