Triathlon BC Youth/Junior (14–16 yrs) Spring Camp

Victoria | March 14–18, 2026
A key development opportunity for 2026 BC Summer Games hopefuls

Camp Overview & Purpose

The Triathlon BC Youth/Junior Spring Camp is a cornerstone development opportunity for motivated athletes aged 14–16 who are progressing along the performance pathway and preparing for the 2026 BC Summer Games. This camp is designed to support long-term athlete development through high-quality, age-appropriate training, skill acquisition, education, and team-building in a fun and supportive environment.

Athletes will benefit from expert coaching, structured daily training across swim, bike, and run, and educational sessions focused on race preparation, goal setting, and performance habits. Equally important, the camp provides athletes with the opportunity to train alongside peers, build confidence, and develop the technical, tactical, and mental skills required for future success in triathlon.

Contents

A. Training Centre Location
B. Drop-off / Pick-up Schedule
C. Required Equipment
D. Training Camp Activities (Tentative Schedule)
E. Nutrition Guidelines
F. Accommodation
G. Payment & Registration

A. Training Centre Location

Saanich Commonwealth Place
4336 Elk Lake Drive, Victoria, BC

Saanich Commonwealth Place is accessible via the Elk Lake Drive or Royal Oak Drive exits off Highway 17.

  • All swim sessions and seminars will take place at Commonwealth Place.

  • Cycling sessions will be held on surrounding community roads, primarily rural routes.

  • Running sessions will be conducted at nearby Elk Lake.

B. Drop-off / Pick-up Schedule

The times below indicate the start of the first session and end of the final session each day. Athletes should arrive 5–10 minutes prior to the first session.

Drop-off and pick-up will take place at the 94Forward offices, located on the south side of the Saanich Commonwealth Place pool.

Date First Session Last Session
Saturday, March 14 11:00 AM 4:00 PM
Sunday, March 15 10:00 AM 4:00 PM
Monday, March 16 9:00 AM 4:00 PM
Tuesday, March 17 9:00 AM 4:00 PM
Wednesday, March 18 9:00 AM 2:00 PM

C. Required Equipment

All athletes are required to bring the following:

  • Road bike in good working order*

  • Full-wheel fenders installed on the bike

  • Spare tubes, patch kit, frame pump, and tire levers

  • Cycling helmet

  • Cycling eyewear

  • Running shoes (and cycling shoes if using clipless pedals)

  • Appropriate clothing for cycling and running in both wet and dry weather

  • Swimsuit, goggles, and towel

  • Two water bottles with cages mounted on the bike

* Bike Maintenance Requirement:
All athletes are strongly encouraged to have their bike serviced by a local bike shop prior to camp. Poorly maintained bikes can compromise safety and reduce the quality of training for all athletes.

D. Outline of Camp Activities

Tentative schedule – subject to change. A confirmed schedule will be shared with registered athletes.

The camp schedule balances training, education, and fun, with appropriate progressions and flexibility to accommodate varying fitness and skill levels.

Saturday, March 14

11:00 AM – 12:30 PM

  • Meet at 94Forward for introductions and dryland

  • Swim: skill assessment, drills, and workout

  • Bike: skill assessment and skill acquisition

1:00 – 2:00 PM

  • Lunch (provided)

  • Video review and bike tactics seminar (94Forward boardroom)

2:00 – 4:00 PM

  • Bike/Run: skills, drills, and workout

Sunday, March 15

10:00 AM – 12:30 PM

  • Dryland at 94Forward

  • Swim: drills, skills, and workout

1:00 – 2:00 PM

  • Lunch (provided)

  • Seminar at 94Forward

2:00 – 3:30 PM

  • Run: easy running, drills, and games

3:30 – 4:00 PM

  • Goal-setting seminar

Monday, March 16

9:00 – 10:30 AM

  • Dryland and swim: endurance focus

11:00 AM – 12:30 PM

  • Bike: skills and hill work

1:00 – 2:00 PM

  • Lunch (provided)

  • Athlete Q&A with world-ranked VTC senior athletes

2:30 – 4:00 PM

  • Run: drills and workout

Tuesday, March 17

9:00 – 11:00 AM

  • Dryland and swim: technical skills and drills

11:30 AM – 12:30 PM

  • Lunch (provided)

12:30 – 2:30 PM

  • Transition-focused workout

3:00 – 4:00 PM

  • Race planning and preparation seminar

Wednesday, March 18

9:00 – 11:00 AM

  • Dryland and swim: speed endurance with team races

11:30 AM – 12:30 PM

  • Lunch (provided)

12:30 – 2:00 PM

  • Transition workout with small races

2:00 – 2:30 PM

  • Athlete departure from 94Forward

E. Nutrition Guidelines

Athletes should arrive each day having eaten a substantial breakfast and plan for a proper dinner following camp sessions.

During camp hours, athletes will have access to the 94Forward recovery room, stocked with snacks, cereals, energy bars, and drinks. Lunch will be provided daily.

Any dietary restrictions or allergies must be communicated at least 7 days prior to the start of camp. While every effort will be made to accommodate dietary needs, athletes should remain mindful of shared spaces within a busy recreation facility.

F. Accommodation

Victoria offers a variety of reasonably priced accommodation options. A Holiday Inn is conveniently located adjacent to Saanich Commonwealth Place.

Transportation to and from accommodations each day is the responsibility of athletes and their families.

G. Payment & Registration

Camp Fee: $525.00 (GST included)
Registration Deadline: March 1, 2026

Registration is completed through CCN:

 

 

 

 

We hope this information has been helpful. We look forward to welcoming you to Victoria for a fun, challenging, and rewarding training experience. Until then, happy training!

Kelly Guest
Triathlon BC Provincial Head Coach
Lead Coach, 94Forward VTC
Kelly@tribc.org