Training Squads

The following training groups and squads are used by a number of club members. Come join us for some great training and plenty of fun.

Triathlon Specific Squads

Youth Squad

 New for the season 2011/12 the club is organising a youth squad for secondary school aged juniors.  Full information on the squad can be found  by clicking here.   If you are interested you can register on-line here.

First Timers

Training sessions to help first timers (or newer athletes) get started in triathlon. Sessions cover swim, bike, and run disciplines, as well as transitions, and preparation for events. More details available in September. In the meantime contact info@wgtntriathlon.org.nz with any questions. 

Ultimate Trihards Triathlon Squad

Tuesday and Thursday training sessions over the summer period. Specifically for triathletes. Full details at http://www.trihards.co.nz

Taupo and Rotorua Half Ironman Squad

Group sessions, training programmes, and coaching support for those doing the Taupo and Rotorua Half Ironman events.Squad runs from September to December each year. Contact Gerrard at http://www.mrsmiths.co.nz for more details

Swim

Club swim sessions

Saturdays 7am – 8am at Kilbirnie pool. The club has a lane booking and everyone is welcome. Pay your pool entry as usual then the swim session is free to join. Details and reminders are posted on http://www.facebook.com/WellingtonTriathlonClub  each week.

Fitness Goals swim squads

Huia Pool, Hutt City
WRAC, Kilbirnie
Thorndon Outdoor Pool (summer only)
Full details at http://www.fitnessgoals.co.nz

Bike

Winter indoor trainer sessions

Tuesday and Thursday nights at iRIDE Thorndon Quay. Sessions are run by Kevin Nicholson. Full details at http://www.kiakahacoaching.com

Capital Spin Studio

Discounted spin classes for club members at the Newtown studio http://capitalspin.co.nz

Group rides

Revolve women’s cycling – 8am Saturdays from On yer bike shop on Vivian Street. Beginners to advanced. Details at http://revolvetraining.co.nz

Plus of course all the shop rides and cycling bunches you see around Wellington.

Run

Scottish Athletics Club

Many of our club members run with Scottish Athletics. Pack runs 2pm on Saturdays. Usually leave from Scottish Clubrooms, Prince of Wales Park, Mt. Cook, Wellington. Full details at http://www.scottishathletics.org.nz.

Informal sessions

Many of or club members meet up for informal group sessions of their own. If you have a session like this that you’re happy for others to join please contact us to get it listed here.