X-factor Triathlon Training

Triathlon is one of the fastest growing sports in the United States. Since the debut of triathlon as an Olympic competition in 2000, the number of participants has increased steadily.

Triathlon can be a complex sport and intimidating for junior athletes.

While training for triathlons is tough enough, doing it alone can be particularly difficult. That's why with the X-factor Junior Triathlon Club, participants have the added benefit of training as a group and competing as a team.

Since triathlon is primarily an individual sport, there are a relatively few junior teams or clubs.

KidSports is excited to bring the first junior triathlon program to Fountain Hills and North Scottsdale for kids of all abilities ages 10 to 18. The team is designed to be an instructional and supportive training environment to introduce youth athletes, boys and girls, to the sport of triathlon.

The three disciplines that make up triathlon (swimming, cycling and running) are natural activities for many youths. By combining them into a single sport, a comprehensive and fun fitness challenge is created for the athlete.

The X-factor Triathlon Program will provide a fun, group setting for junior triathletes to train, learn and improve with other athletes like themselves. The team will be led by experienced coaches, who can provide juniors with the skills and training necessary for further development in the sport.  

       2006 Triathlon Season -

       Winter Quarter: Jan. 17-Mar. 18

       Spring Quarter: March 28-May 27

       Summer Camp: Dates and cost to be announced.

                                           Fall Quarter: Aug. 28-Oct. 27

Team Benefits include:

• USA Triathlon membership
• Reserved pool time
• Coached workouts and individual instruction
• Team T-shirt and race jersey
• Reduced entry fees into select events
• Full schedule of local races
• The opportunity to race at USA Triathlon National Youth Championships and attain national ranking

Some facets of the program include:

• Skills training in all three disciplines, swimming, cycling, and running.

• Sports psychology - goal setting, relaxation. 

• Injury prevention and rehabilitation.

• Sports nutrition and hydration information.

• Strength and fitness conditioning. 

• Flexibility training.

• Balance and stability training.

• Speed and agility training. 

• Endurance training.

“It is our goal to help each athlete become confident in their athletic abilities in an atmosphere of fun,” says Coach Gary Kida. “By promoting triathlon as a lifestyle, we hope to influence young people to be active, caring, goal oriented individuals.”

Beginning triathletes will get all the information needed to successfully complete a youth triathlon.

Experienced racers will sharpen their skills and be given the opportunity to compete in local, regional and national events.

Teachers and School Administrators:

 We can bring this program to your school!

Workout Details:

Workouts are Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday afternoons. Most workouts will be at North Scottsdale parks. A detailed schedule will be provided at the first meeting. A typical week looks like this:

Tuesdays — Run workout followed by agility training or strength training.

Thursdays — Cycling workout followed by strength training.

Saturdays — Running or bike workout followed by a swim workout.

Required Equipment:

• Bicycle and helmet.  Any type/style of bicycle in safe working order can be used.

• Good quality running shoes.

• Lightweight shorts and T-shirt (or singlet)

• Swimsuit and goggles 

• Water and quick energy snacks.

• Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a cap are recommended.

          www.USATriathlon.org