In preparation for an exciting 2024 season, Triathlon BC is hosting a draft certification clinic in Nanaimo on Saturday May 11th, 10am-12pm.
This clinic is for younger athletes (13 – 19 yrs) who are interested in learning the necessary skills to pursue draft legal competition. Draft legal certification from Triathlon BC is recognized by Triathlon Canada and internationally, and is a critical skill in Triathlon Canada’s Gold Medal Profile, and a required competency in Triathlon BC’s performance pathway.
WHAT: Senior, certified cycling coaches will instruct athletes on proper techniques related to draft legal racing. The course promises to cover how to safely:
- Ride in a peloton / paceline environment
- Rotate positions within a paceline
- Signal to communicate within a paceline
- Position hands on the handlebars, maximizing safety
- Employ emergency maneuvers and proper braking procedures within a paceline
- Remove, drink, and replace water bottle while riding in a paceline
- Use all gears effectively
- Apply proper cornering techniques
- Apply seated and standing climbing techniques
Athletes aged 14+ (as of Dec 31st) demonstrating relevant competencies will be Draft Certified by Triathlon BC upon completion of this clinic.
Pr-requisite: This clinic aims to build upon the skillset of athletes that already have basic cycling competencies in place. Athletes will be cycling in a pack environment; all participants attending Draft Clinics must already possess basic cycling competencies.
Please note: The use of a road-specific bike with drop bars is required. Mountain bikes, and time trail specific bicycles are not permitted. Only bicycles in good functional maintenance will be permitted.
CLINIC DETAILS:
- Date: May 11th
- Time: 10:00-12:00PM
- Location: Nanaimo
- Instructor: Barb Morris
- Cost: $20.00 for all Triathlon BC Members
