Registration is now open for the 2012 USA Triathlon Art & Science of Triathlon International Coaching Symposium, which is slated for 25-27 October in San Diego, California.
Designed as a one-of-a-kind educational opportunity for triathlon coaches, the semi-annual event features a dynamic lineup of US and international multisport experts. This year’s event will be held at San Diego’s Hyatt Regency La Jolla.
Scheduled presenters include: Robbie Ventura, Istvan Balyi, Dr Genadijus Sokolvas, Melissa Mantak, Dr Massimo Testa, Ian Murray, Bob Seebohar, Sage Rountree, Bobby McGee, Brad Carlson, Gordo Byrn, Duston Morris, Julie O’Neill and more.
The Symposium will feature two presentation tracks based on coaching experience. One track will focus on experienced coaches working with advanced and ITU athletes, while the other track will focus on coaches working with beginner and youth athletes.
Topics will include ‘Sports Nutrition’; ‘Run Mechanics and Drills’; ‘Yoga,’ ‘Preparation for Competition to Maximize Performance’; ‘Paratriathlon Classifications and Training’; ‘Secrets to Speed on the Bike’; ‘Youth Participation and Research’; ‘Mental Skills’; ‘Periodization’; ‘Advanced Swimming Techniques for Elite Athletes’; ‘Testing, Interpretation and Application’; and many more.
USA Triathlon-certified coaches earn 15 Continuing Education Credits (CEUs) for attending the entire conference.
The cost of the Symposium is US$499, which includes lunch and snacks on Friday 26 October and Saturday 27 October. All meals will be served at the Symposium site. The Symposium fee also includes a group run and yoga class, vendor expo, Friday night reception, the keynote presentation and a complimentary cycling jersey.
Check-in for the Symposium will begin Thursday, 25 October at 16:00. The Symposium will begin at 09:00 on Friday 26 October and will conclude at 17:00 on Saturday 27 October. A reception will be held on Friday 26 October for all Symposium attendees at the host hotel.
A full schedule of events, including the keynote speaker, will be posted at usatriathlon.org when available.
