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3-Fitness Triathlon Newsletter
IN THIS ISSUE
Prepare for Registration
Class Full?
Reach Out & Run 5K
American Cancer Society 5K
Danskin Tri Training - Beginner
Danskin Tri Training - Intermediate/Advanced
Open Water Swim Clinics with Lauren Jensen
Danskin Tri Prep Camp
WI New Triathlete Clinic
IL Beginning Triathlete Clinic
Summer Session Tri Training
Non RecPlex Members: Prepare before Registration Opens 
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If you are not a RecPlex member and plan to register online, you will need to obtain a logon and password.  This can take one or two business days, so do it in advance of the registration date.
 
 
Click on the Register On-line icon
 
Click on the First Time Logging In? link
 
Click on the Request an Online Profile link
 
Fill out the form to request a user id and logon
Help! Class is Full!
FAQ
If you cannot register for a class because it is full, get on the waiting list.
 
Contact Guest Services at the RecPlex and ask them to add you to the waiting list for the applicable class.  This has to be done by the RecPlex; you cannot do it online.  Make sure we have your phone number and e-mail.
 
If we have openings in the class, we will contact those on the waiting list in the order they were added to the waiting list.
 
Also, depending on the class, we sometimes have the ability to increasing class size.  There may also be some other options --
so get on the waiting list!
Reach Out and Run 5K in Libertyville
Reach Out and Run 5K
Reach Out & Run/Walk 5K
& Kid's Fun Run
Saturday, April 12th, 2008
Independence Grove
Libertyville, IL
8:00AM
 
All proceeds benefit the Society of St. Vincent de Paul which provides temporary assistance to individuals and families in our communities who need help with housing, utilities, food, or other basic necessities.
 
 

American Cancer Society 5K in Pleasant Prairie

American Cancer Society 5K

The American Cancer Society is sponsoring the annual Run for the Cure on Saturday, April 26 at 10:00am at Prairie Springs Park in Pleasant Prairie, WI.
 
The Run for the Cure is a 5K Walk/Run and awareness event for families, friends, and survivors. Registration starts at 8:30am; run starts at 10:00am.
 
For more information, contact Michelle Povlich at the American Cancer Society via e-mail or register here.
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April 2008 Number 1
Registration for the bulk of our Danskin Triathlon Training classes starts within the next week.  Register early -- class sizes are limited!
 
Registration dates: 4/11 for RecPlex members (note new date), 4/15 non-members.  Register before Friday, April 18 and receive $5 off the program fee.
 
Register online at www.recplexonline.com, or in person at the Guest Services desk at the RecPlex.
 
Danskin Triathlon Training Program - Beginner
 
Danskin Triathlon Training"The Woman who starts the Race is not the same Woman who finishes the Race"
Ladies - join the fastest growing segment of new triathletes, that of women. This course will prepare you for Danskin Women's Triathlon held at the RecPlex on July 2008.
 
Participants will receive a detailed training plan, along with group lectures and workouts - including lake swims, rides on the bike course, and runs on the lake path. This class, as well as the Danskin race, is open to all women ages 14 and up.
 
Saturdays, 7:30-9:30am
Class runs from April 26 through July 5
$125 RecPlex members, $175 non-members
  • Includes Open Water Swim Clinic with Pro Triathlete Lauren Jensen on June 8 ($40/$50 if taken separately)
  • Includes entry into the Family 5K on May 10
Danskin Triathlon Training Program - Intermediate/Advanced
 
Danskin Triathlon Training ProgramPerformance Training to Improve Your Finish Time
This course is designed for women who wish to improve their performance and time at the 2008 Danskin Triathlon. It will focus on technique, endurance, and speed work. Participants will receive a detailed training plan, along with group lectures and workouts on the race course. Prerequisite: you should have completed at least one Sprint-distance triathlon within the two years. New triathletes should sign up for the beginning level training class.

Sundays, 7:30-9:30am
Class runs from April 27 through July 6
$125 RecPlex members, $175 non-members
  • Includes Open Water Swim Clinic with Pro Triathlete Lauren Jensen on June 8
  • Includes entry into the Family 5K on May 10
Open Water Swim Clinics with Pro Triathlete Lauren Jensen
 
Lauren Jensen Open Water Swim ClinicPrepare for and improve your triathlon swim
This clinic will help beginner and intermediate swimmers to improve their triathlon open water swimming to prepare for the Danskin, Pleasant Prairie or other triathlon events.

Topics include open water swim equipment, beach swim starts, sight breathing to stay on course, and a description of the Danskin and Pleasant Prairie triathlon swim courses, and transition area set-up.
 
Beginner Clinic
You will practice your open water swimming in Lake Andrea individually then in a simulated triathlon group start. You will also learn treading water and other contingency strategies to use to help you complete the triathlon swim safely and confidently. Wetsuits are optional but encouraged.
 
Sunday, June 8, 9:00-10:30am
$40 RecPlex members, $50 non-members
Intermediate/Advanced Clinic
In addition to the topics covered in the Beginner swim clinic, you will practice drafting, pacing and other more advanced open water swim techniques. You will practice your open water swimming in Lake Andrea. Wetsuits are optional but encouraged.
 
Sunday, June 8, 7:00-8:30am
$40 RecPlex members, $50 non-members
Note: these clinics are free for those enrolled in the RecPlex's Danskin Triathlon Training programs.
 
Presented by Lauren Jensen, physical therapist and professional triathlete. Lauren has won over 50 triathlons including Danskin & Pleasant Prairie Triathlons; and Ken Johnson, USA Triathlon Certified Coach and triathlete since 1987.
Danskin Triathlon Prep Camp
Midwest Triathlon CampsTrain where you'll race
Friday, June 20 through Sunday, June 22, 2008, at the RecPlex, site of the Chicagoland Danskin Triathlon.
 
Registration is now open at www.recplexonline.com.  $210 for RecPlex members, and $230 for non-members. 
 
For details see the Midwest Tri Camp web site.
WI New Triathlete Clinic - Free!
Coach Ken's New Triathlete ClinicSaturday, April 12 @ RecPlex
Even if you've never swum in a lake, ridded a bike more than a few miles, or even run a mile, you can train to complete a triathlon this summer -- including three held in Pleasant Prairie. This clinic will teach you what you need to know to get started.
 
Saturday, April 12, 2008
9:00am - 10:30am
LakeView RecPlex Blue/Yellow Rooms
9900 Terwall Terrace
Pleasant Prairie, WI
IL Beginner Triathlete Clinic - Free!
 
Grayslake Running ClubWednesday, April 16 @ Grayslake Library
Topics include: Basic equipment to participate (Got a swimsuit, a bike, and running shoes? You're pretty much set!); What to wear; Training tips; Training & workout opportunities; Best races for first timers; Overview of the Danskin and other nearby triathlons; Race walkthrough - what to expect.
 
Sponsored by the Chicago Tri Club and the Grayslake Running Club.
 
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Grayslake Public Library
100 Library Lane
Grayslake, IL
Summer Session Training Classes
 

Summer Triathlon Training Classes

Registration opens 5/31 & 6/3
 
Danskin Tri Open Water Swim Workout
Tuesdays, 6:30-7:30pm, June 24, July 1, and July 8
$25 RecPlex members, $32 non-members
 
Pleasant Prairie Tri Open Water Swim Workout
Tuesdays, 6:30-7:30pm, July 22, July 29 and August 5
$25 RecPlex members, $32 non-members
 
Danskin to Pleasant Prairie Triathlete
Saturdays, 7:30-9:30am
Class runs from July 19 through August 9
$90 RecPlex members, $135 non-members
 
Pleasant Prairie Junior Triathlon Training
Saturdays, 1:00-2:00pm
Class runs from July 19 through August 9
$40 RecPlex members, $60 non-members