Casting Call: Triathlon Coach Wanted in San Francisco!

The triathlon team that's supported me throughout my exploration of the sport is searching for a strong leader with an energetic spirit (and serious street cred!) for a coaching spot! See below, and please spread the word. /J

WANTED: PART TIME TRIATHLON COACH

The Olympic Club is seeking a part time triathlon coach. This is an independent contractor role for approximately 15 hours per week.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Training, coaching, and providing administrative assistance for all Triathlon programs and events (races, training sessions, awards banquets, etc.), developing programs that benefit a wide range of age groups (Juniors, Age Groupers and Seniors) and skill levels, working with Triathlon Commissioner to develop Triathlon training classes focusing on fitness and strength training, specific triathlon skills, nutrition, motivation and the intangibles involved in the sport. Trainings should incorporate the Club’s indoor facilities as well as outdoor training which may include Bay swims, track workouts and cycling rides in the Bay Area. Participating in group training events during the week and on weekends. Assisting in managing the Club’s Triathlon budget.

Minimum Qualifications: Up to date knowledge of Triathlon training concepts and methodologies. Excellent coaching and motivational skills. Proven skills in developing successful Triathlon programs for various skill levels and age groups. Strong administrative skills including Microsoft Office and Outlook.

How to apply: Resumes with Salary History may be submitted to jobs@olyclub.com.
**Important, please state "PART TIME TRIATHLON COACH" in the subject line.

All employment offers are pending satisfactory results from a background investigation and pre-employment drug testing.
EOE M/F/D/V

Extend Your Race Season - Without Burning Out

There's an easy way to add 3-5 more races to your season. It doesn't require additional training. It doesn't require new equipment, or even $1 in registration fees; and your injury risk can actually be reduced - how?

VOLUNTEER
There are a ton of great reasons to volunteer for a race in the second half of triathlon season:

1. Support other triathletes in your club and/or community
2. Give something back to the race organizers who shed blood, sweat, and tears to create fun races for you to do each year
3. Cheer on new triathletes, and get inspired by their triumphs
4. Recruit a friend who might be interested in triathlon but hasn't yet registered for one
   
5. Pick up a few tips from watching race leaders in action
6. Get more "Thank you"s in one day than you'll probably get in a full month
7. Be a silent hero to someone's best race day ever
8. Free volunteer T-Shirt!

Give to the triathlon that is giving back: The Marin County Triathlon

For those of you racing or touring around the San Francisco Bay Area next month, there is a triathlon event NOT to be missed! The Marin County Triathlon will take place on Sunday, October 26, 2008.

The event is giving 100% of the race proceeds to three of my favorite organizations:

• Lupus Foundation of Northern California (Did you know that 1.5 million Americans suffer from this auto-immune disease and that the number of cases are increasing for reasons unbeknownst to scientists?)
• Jenny's Light is a foundation created after the tragic loss of Becky Lavelle's twin sister Jenny and her newborn son Graham. The non-profit organization is devoted to raising awareness of postpartum illnesses and helping families in need.
  
• Girls on the Run Bay Area offers training programs that help 8-13 year-old girls in the area develop higher self-esteem and healthier lifestyles. No doubt Bay Area athletes have spotted girls on the run alongside them in local 5k races.

The Marin County triathlon sponsors are giving out prizes to the top fundraisers on race day. Race organizers are also touting the event as fully-sustainable, thanks to a variety of initiatives ranging from biodegradable aid station materials, hybrid lead vehicles and prizes/medals made from recycled triathlon equipment and materials.

Not from the Bay Area? You should definitely consider this as an opportunity to come by as this race is just a hop away from legendary Sonoma and Napa Valley wine country (and harvests are at hand!).

Register on Active.com!