TRY THE TRI #3 – 2XU TRI SERIES RACE 3 @ ST KILDA – 2023/24

Our Triathlon Coaching team consists of experienced and professional coaches. These coaches are on hand to help coach and mentor you through your triathlon journey while you are with Tri-Alliance.

Our qualified triathlon coaches are approachable, friendly and ready to answer any of your questions. The best way to experience triathlon and improve your fitness is under the guidance of a coaching team – and we have this covered.

To view our coaches, click here.

Our Try-the-Tri program encompasses all of the fundamentals of Triathlon Training including the following;

• Swimming – we’ll sort out your technique, grow your confidence in the pool and open water, learn swim-specific drills and have you swimming laps in no time!
• Cycling – learn how to mount and dismount, understand your gears, use cadence and heart rate zones, ride in a group.
• Running – Develop correct technique, increase your aerobic fitness, understand cadence and gain confidence in your running no matter your fitness level or speed. Nobody gets left behind!
• Transition – Nail the fundamentals of transition set up, T1 (water to bike) and T2 (bike to run)
• Triathlon Slang – You’ll learn all the terms, phrases and general Triathlon jargon triathletes use. Did you score a negative split in your session? What the heck does T2 or T3 mean? All this and more you’ll find out!

Don’t be fooled into thinking you need to spend huge amounts of money to get started in Triathlon. In fact, starting out is the very opposite. At Tri-Alliance, all you’ll need is a positive attitude, and any type of bike – preferably one with two wheels and that’s safe to ride on!

• Swimming – Goggles, cap and swimmers (wetsuit too if you have one).
• Cycling – A helmet and bicycle of any make, model or design is fine! Don’t forget to bring along shoes to wear on the bike, too!
• Running – Joggers and comfortable running gear.

Tri-Alliance welcomes participants of all shapes and fitness levels. There is no prerequisite other than having a positive attitude and wanting to give triathlon training a go!

With our friendly and experienced coaches, we’ll build your confidence and help you achieve your goals. We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all training, and as such we’ll ensure that your coached sessions are geared towards your fitness level and goals.

Our Try-the-Tri program is open to participants of all ages and fitness levels. You don’t need to be a superstar runner, a fish in the water or a machine on the bike – if you’d like to give Triathlon a go, then we’d love to have you! Whether you’ve competed in a triathlon previously, or if you’ve set yourself the goal to complete your first one – Tri-Alliance offers our FREE program to people of all ages and all fitness levels*.

Tri-Alliance is a fully-inclusive and welcoming environment, supporting athletes of all genders, age, sexualities, ethnicities, beliefs and backgrounds.

Please Note: If you are under the age of 18, you will need parental/guardian approval.

* You cannot participate in a FREE Try the Tri program more than once.  If you would like to complete the program again, please contact our office for program costs

Our Summer Try the Tri program will operate on the below timetable though is subject to change.

TUESDAY:

• Running @ Albert Park Lake 6am
  Meeting at the south end of the lake, this session will focus on correct running technique and efficiency
• Indoor Bike session @ MSAC (bike and trainer required)

THURSDAY:

• Combo Session @ Elwood Beach 6:30pm
  Meeting at the Elwood Life Saving Club this session will be a mix of swim, bike and run elements. We will swim and get used to the open water, practice transitions as well as work on specific bike and run skills for triathlon.

SATURDAY:

• Combo Session @ Elwood Beach 9:30am
  Meeting at the Elwood Life Saving Club this session will be a mix of swim, bike and run elements. We will swim and get used to the open water, practice transitions as well as work on specific bike and run skills for triathlon.

SUNDAY:

• Long Swim and/or Long Run Session, from Elwood Beach at 7am*
• * must be confident/competent (restricted availability)
• OR Active Recovery/Day Off

By signing below and registering and/or participating in the Try the Tri program run by Tri-Alliance, I hereby acknowledge that:

I have read the information sent to me by Tri-Alliance Pty Ltd and understand the program requires moderate levels of fitness and endurance and that I am medically able and properly trained to take part in the program.  I will consult my doctor before attending the program if necessary and it is my responsibility to check and ensure that at all times during the program, I am medically and physically fit to participate in the activities.  If I become aware of any medical condition and or am uncertain of my state of fitness prior to a session, then I will notify Coaches immediately and seek medical practitioner advice.

I declare that I am in good physical condition and am able to safely complete the program and have no medical condition that would make my participation in the event more hazardous.  I am aware that training sessions are often held over public paths/roads and facilities open to the public during the program and not owned by Tri-Alliance Pty Ltd and upon which hazards are to be expected and that some of these hazards cannot be controlled or mitigated by Tri-Alliance Pty Ltd.

I will observe and obey all posted rules and warnings, and to follow any instructions or directions provided to me by Tri-Alliance Coaches or staff relevant to my ability, and the ability of other participants, to safely participate in the sessions during the program, however I acknowledge that these safety precautions do not guarantee my safety while participating at the program.

I understand that compulsory insurance cover maintained by Tri-Alliance Pty Ltd for the program and participants in the program may not cover me for all injury, loss or damage sustained by me and I should ensure that I maintain individual insurance for myself while I am participating in the program.

I am fully responsible for the security of my personal possessions during the program.  By participating in the program I accept and assume all risks associated with participating in the program, including without limitation risks of permanent injury or death due to falls, obstacles, contact with other participants, acts or omissions of other participants, effect of weather, traffic and conditions of any road or other surface on which the event is held and responsibility for any discomfort, illness, injury or accident which may occur while I am preparing for the program, during the program or while I am travelling to or from the program; and I hereby waive, release, covenant not to sue and forever discharge all persons, corporations and other associations associated directly or indirectly with the program, including Tri-Alliance Pty Ltd, program sponsors, coaches and staff, against all liabilities, claims, actions, or damages that I may have against them arising out of or with my participation in the program.

I certify that I am 18 years of age or older and I have read this document and understand and accept the terms and conditions it contains.