Training Program Levels
Custom (self-coached)
Ages: 19+ years
The Custom (self-coached) Program is open to athletes nineteen and older, who have competitive cycling experience. Athletes in this program have mastered the fundamentals of cycling, and want to improve their performances at both a provincial and national level (road and track). This program works toward preparing athletes for provincial and national competition and is tailored to fit in with the athlete's work and family commitments.
Athletes in this program must have a current ABA/UCI license and belong to one of the Capital Region’s cycling clubs. Athletes are self-coached; following an individualized training plan prepared by the coach. One-on-one coaching is provided to these athletes, but this is limited to approximately 2hrs per month.
Program Services
Group training, where training programs are individualized to develop the cyclist’s performance in specialized events
Working as a group with the Coach
Monthly training and racing planner reviewed monthly
Receive a new training program monthly
Receive a TrainingPeaks account
Email and SMS contact – 1 x week
Monthly session analysis from the cyclists Heart Rate or Power Monitor
Physiological performance testing at the start of the year and every 3 months is organized by the athlete
Access to training on Direct Drive trainers, and motor pacing on the track
Cost
12 month program: $2,100
6 month program: $1,225
Development Program (Train to Compete)
Ages: 15 to 17 (4 – 6 Sport Years)
The Development Program is open to athletes fifteen and older, who have competitive cycling experience through a club program. Athletes in this program have mastered the fundamentals of cycling, and are beginning to specialize in specific cycling disciplines (road and track). This program works toward developing skills in specific cycling disciplines, preparing athletes for provincial and national competition.
Athletes in this program must have a current ABA/UCI license and belong to one of the Capital Region’s cycling clubs. Athletes take part in a maximum of two coached sessions per week (winter and summer) and are required to have their own road bike, rollers (and/or trainer), and heart rate monitors. Athletes are also required to bring athletic shoes and clothing for strength and agility practices. Coaching is delivered in a group setting as opposed to one-on-one.
Program Services
Group training, where training programs are individualized to develop the cyclist’s performance in specialized events
Working as a group with the Coach
Monthly training and racing planner reviewed bi-weekly
Receive a new training program bi-weekly
Receive a TrainingPeaks account
Email and SMS contact – Daily or as needed
Weekly session analysis from the cyclists Heart Rate or Power Monitor
Physiological performance testing at the start of the year and every 3 months
Access to training on Direct Drive trainers, and motor pacing on the track
Liaison to a Strength and Conditioning expert to help develop and instruct a personalized resistance training program
Competition and training camp support - Email, SMS, Skype, or in person (event dependent)
Cost
12 month program: $3,000 (including GST)
Performance Development Program (Learn to Win)
Ages: 17+ (6+ Sport Years)
The Performance Development Program is open to U/19, U/23, Elite and Masters cyclists who have extensive racing experience. Cyclists in this program have begun specializing in specific cycling disciplines (road and track). The program works toward developing specific cycling disciplines, preparing athletes for competition in national and international races.
Athletes in this program must have a current ABA/UCI license and belong to one of the Capital Region’s cycling clubs. Athletes take part in a maximum of two coached sessions per week (winter and summer) and are required to have their own road bike, rollers (and/or trainer), and heart rate monitors. Training schedule is individualized to help meet athlete's training objectives, while taking into account secondary and post-secondary education, and other obligations that athletes may have. Coaching is delivered in a group setting as opposed to one-on-one.
Program Services
Group training, where training programs are individualized to develop the cyclist’s performance in specialized events
Working as a group with the Coach
Monthly training and racing planner reviewed bi-weekly
Receive a new training program bi-weekly
Receive a TrainingPeaks account
Email and SMS contact – Daily or as needed
Weekly session analysis from the cyclists Heart Rate or Power Monitor
Physiological performance testing at the start of the year and every 3 months
Access to training on Direct Drive trainers, and motor pacing on the track
Liaison to a Strength and Conditioning expert to help develop and instruct a personalized resistance training program
Competition and training camp support - Email, SMS, Skype, or in person (event dependent)
Cost
12 month program: $3,000
High Performance Program (Train to Win)
Ages: 19+ (10+ Sport Years)
The High Performance Program is open to U/19, U/23, Elite and Masters athletes who have extensive racing experience. Athletes in this program have specialized in specific cycling disciplines (road and track). The program works toward developing specific cycling disciplines, preparing athletes for competition in national and international races.
Athletes in this program must have a current ABA/UCI license and belong to one of the Capital Region’s cycling clubs. Athletes take part in a minimum of four coached sessions per week, and the training schedule is personalized to help meet the athlete's training objectives. As these athletes often train by themselves, and follow an individualized training program, there is no set training time. Coaching is delivered one on one.
Program Services
Group and individual training aimed at optimizing the cyclist’s engine for elite international performances
Working as a group, and one-on-one with the Coach
Monthly training and racing planner reviewed as needed
Receive a new training program weekly
Receive a TrainingPeaks account (Premium Account)
Email contact – Daily or as needed
Phone/skype contact – Daily or as needed
SMS contact – Daily or as needed
3 x weekly session analysis from the cyclists Heart Rate or Power Monitor
Physiological performance testing at the start of the year and every 3 months
Access to training on Direct Drive trainers, and motor pacing on the road and track
Liaison to an Integrated Support Team of Sport Psychologists, Sports Nutritionists and Strength and Conditioning experts
Competition and training camp support - Email, SMS, Skype, or in person (event dependent)
Cost
12 month program: $6,000
