CHARGERS TRIATHLON
Development & Racing Club
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Team Atomica is launching the first and only youth triathlon development and racing club in Toronto with training starting in the Fall of 2024 to prepare for the 2025 race season. For this inaugural year, we will be focused on developing a SMALL GROUP of youth between the ages of 12-17 years old.
A maximum of 10 Athletes will be selected via an Application Process (details below) to join this exceptional 7 month IN-PERSON training opportunity with Team Atomica’s nationally certified coaches who will be focused on developing each individual who is selected, across all three disciplines of Triathlon (swim-bike-run) using Triathlon Canada’s Long Term Athlete Development Plan.
Program Overview
The Chargers Program is designed to provide committed youth athletes access to top-level training and sports education from our expert team of expert coaches, and weekly training will include:
- 1 X SWIM workout per week FOCUSED on technical development and aerobic conditioning tailored to their race distances; in addition
- 1 X RUN, BIKE, CONDITIONING or TRANSITION workout (aligned with weather conditions in Toronto) FOCUSED on technical development
The goal and expectation is that all selected athletes will compete in the following youth triathlon races together with a Team Atomica coach on-site:
- a GTA Indoor Triathlon (Feb-Mar)
- the Provincial Club Team Championships (mid-late Aug)
- 1 other Ontario based triathlon (tbd)
Besides the 3 above events, team members will be made aware of and encouraged to sign-up for other seasonal races as desired.
Meet our Coaching Team
The Chargers’ coaches are knowledgeable, passionate, and extremely accomplished in the sport of triathlon and are committed to helping young athletes enjoy their multi-sport training – injury free – and be prepared to compete successfully.
Chargers’ coaches have achieved the level of knowledge and experience necessary to attain certification status in accordance with the National Coaching Certification Program and will use the Long Term Athlete Development (LTAD) model as a base for guiding the Chargers in the stages of their skill acquisition, at the right time. Team Atomica’s knowledgeable coaches will help young athletes and their families navigate and gain access to the development system and programs offered by Triathlon Ontario, like the Triathlon Ontario Provincial Development Program.
Advisor and Coach for the Chargers Triathlon Program
- Former Varsity Swimmer and Varsity Cross Country Runner
- Former National Triathlon Elite Team member and Professional Triathlete
- Raced on all the major Triathlon World Circuits 2003-2013
- National Coaching Certifications: Swimming, Triathlon
- University of Toronto BASc Industrial Engineering
- Founder and Director of Team Atomica
Director and Head Coach for the Chargers Triathlon Program
- Former competitive swimmer and former national club champion
- National Coaching Certification: Swimming, Triathlon, Cross Country Skiing and Cycling
- Coaching for over 12 years
- B.Sc. Information Systems Engineering
Minimum Criteria for Applicants
Team Atomica welcomes applications from youth who meet the below criteria AND can demonstrate they have genuine enthusiasm for this exceptional opportunity:
- can swim 400 meters continuous in under 10 min
- can ride a bicycle in control, unassisted and without stepping down
- are able to run 3 kilometers
- are prepared to commit to attending at least 80% of the scheduled workouts (see preliminary schedule below)
How to Apply
Youth who are 12- 17* years of age and meet the above criteria, are invited to complete this APPLICATION by November 2nd
*athletes who are 11 yrs may be considered if they can demonstrate the needed skill, experience, mental and physical requirements
Chargers coaches will select up to 20 athletes to attend an in-person tryout from 1:15-2:45 PM on November 17th at Riverdale Collegiate where applicants should be prepared to demonstrate their athletic conditioning, coordination, swimming ability, positive attitude and genuine enthusiasm for joining the team.
Up to 10 athletes will be chosen for Team Atomica’s 2024-2025 Chargers Triathlon Development Team
Chargers Program Includes
- Expert and industry leading coaching by Nationally Certified Coaches
- Sunday training sessions (holidays, holiday weekends and March Break excluded)
SWIM sessions from 4 – 4:55 PM (17 scheduled)
BIKE/RUN/CONDITIONING sessions from 5:15 – 6:15 PM (21 scheduled)
Schedule subject to changes and additions to accommodate weather, special events, open water swimming etc.
PRELIMINARY TRAINING SCHEDULE BELOW - A variety of special events (tba)
- Intense focus on skill development and movement pattern mastery
- Positive feedback and confidence building
- Individual attention for each athlete
- Team Atomica water bottle and cap
Base Cost
- $789.87 ($699+HST)
- includes training from November 24 to June 22/25
Extra Costs(estimates)
- Team Atomica/Chargers racing uniform $100 (tri-top) – $300 (full kit)
- Triathlon Ontario Annual Membership $37-$51 (based on age)
- Entry fees for 3 Team-required races $50 – $100 per race
Training Schedule
Sundays 4:00-4:55 PM
SWIMS
Nov 24-May 11
NO SWIMS: Dec 1, 22, 29, Jan 5, Feb 16, 23 March 9, 16, April 20
Riverdale Collegiate
Coaches Lucien &/or Ayesha
Sundays 5:15 – 6:15 PM
BIKE, RUN, DRYLAND or TRANSITIONS
Nov 24-June 29
NO WORKOUTS: Dec 1,22, 29, Feb 16, 23, March 9, 16, April 20, May 18
Riverdale Collegiate
Coaches Lucien &/or Ayesha
November 2024
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
2024-2025 Youth Triathlon Program Terms & Conditions
- NO REFUNDS/CREDITS after Program starts except under exceptional circumstances (such as long-term injury)
- FORMS Waivers and Youth Athlete Profile must be submitted prior to participating in any event including Tryouts and are valid April 1st-March 30th at which time, Waivers must be renewed annually
- WEATHER & OTHER CANCELLATIONS OUT OF TEAM ATOMICA’S CONTROL Team Atomica anticipates some changes to the Preliminary Training schedule based on a number of things like weather, timing of races, anticipated Program additions, 3rd party development opportunities, etc. participants are expected to demonstrate and accept a reasonable amount of variances/substitutions in the Program
- PROGRAM CANCELLATION if Team Atomica needs to cancel the Program for any reason, a pro-rated Refund for the balance of the Program will be given
- COACHES are subject to change
Team Atomica General Policies & Procedures
- Anti-Harassment and Discrimination Policy
- General Conduct Policy
- Use of Likeness for Promotional Purposes
The above Policies have been updated as of January 11, 2023. Details can be found at: https://teamatomica.com/about-team-atomica/policy-and-procedures/