We’re getting ready to race in person! As the first event of the short Manitoba season, we look forward to welcoming you to Bird’s Hill Park in June. Check our Race Page for details – we’ll be going live as soon as we can.
Open water swimming techniques – in February??
This coming holiday Monday, February 21st, at 9:30am, we will be hosting our open water techniques and simulation session in the training tank at Pan Am Pool. You will have to pay for your own entry to the facility and be a current member of the team.
We’ll be working on open water swimming techniques, with lots of drills and group work. Sighting, goggle adjustments, drafting and race starts will be some of the things covered.
Because we do not have lanes reserved for this session, it is a fun mad scramble to secure two lanes for the team right as the pool opens, so arrive early and be prepared for a quick transition! You must have proof of vaccination to enter the facility and don’t forget to bring a mask to wear right until you get into the pool. No special equipment is required, but if you have a flutter board or pull buoy, bring it along as we may make use of it for sighting drills.
This week in bike news …
This is what virtual biking looks like. We had a great crowd last Thursday, but there’s always room for more! Unfortunately, it also means my bike is set up in my living room for the season. On the bright side, it means I get more workouts done!
Reminder there is no swimming November 20th, and it looks like November 27th will be cancelled as well. Darn those swim meets!
This week’s long run is at King’s Park. Meet in the large parking lot at 8:30. Our long runs are open for anyone, but if you plan on joining, please email Kate so we know to wait for you.
Changes to Swim Practice
Please note that this week’s swim (November 13th) will be from 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. instead of 1:00 – 2:00.
There is no swimming on November 20th.
November 27th will also be 3:00 – 4:00 p.m., and then we will return to our regularly scheduled 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. timeslot.