About
McGill Triathlon
Mission Statement
Our mission at the McGill Triathlon Club (MTC) is to promote a healthy lifestyle, team spirit and the participation in multisport events at McGill University, as well as at the local, national, and international level, through a professionally designed and coached program.
Constitution
The MTC is run by council and follows a Constitution.
About MTC
The McGill Triathlon Club is a group of ambitious, athletic individuals of all ages and backgrounds. Elite, amateur and recreational athletes who share common goal: Having fun while improving physical fitness, performance and endurance in a friendly coached environment.
The MTC meets year round with 9 coached workouts per week. Coached sessions include: swimming, cycling, and running along with a structured strength and flexibility program (pilates).
The club is open to the community at large in addition to servicing McGill students, staff and alumni.
Training Facilities
FAQ
Q)I'm a decent swimmer/cyclist/runner but a have never swam/cycled/run before in my life and would likely drown/fall/have to walk. Can I still join?
A) Yes! We only require that you are able to swim about 300m on your own before you join, no matter how long it takes you. You are welcome to join for 2 sports in the meantime. We have a HUGE range of abilities and ANYBODY is welcome to join. There are no tryouts. If you are motivated, that's all that matters.
Q) I might only be able to attend "x" number of practices per week. Is that OK?
A) Yup! It's your training and it's completely up to you how many times you come. The programs are posted online in our "member's only" section, so if you want to complete the same workout as the club, you have them at your disposal.
Q) Will I need a gym membership?
A) YES. You need a way to access the gym for workouts... Climbing through the windows is too dangerous.
Q) Is there any way I can just join for one sport? Which sports for 'two' sports?
A) Sorry, unfortunately, we cannot allow memberships for only one sport. Triathlon is a multisport event. Depending on your interest, check out McGill Master's Swimming or Cycling Teams. If you are interested in two sports, you may choose any two of the three.
Q) What is OPEN HOUSE? When is it?
A) Open House is held for ~ 1 week at the beginning of every semester. It's a time when you can come participate in any / all of the practices to see if you like MTC before registering. The last day of open house is when cheques are due, so don't miss the deadline!
Q) I would like to join part way through the semester. Is this possible?
A) This may be possible if we have not yet reached capacity. Please email to find out.
Q) Do I need any special equipment?
A) If you are joining us for fall or winter semester, all of our cycling is indoors, so you do not need a bike! We do continue running outdoors year round, so you will need warm clothing (spandex recommended, but not necessary). You will also need a bathing suit, googles, and a bathing cap for swimming.
Q)Where can I get shoes / running stuff?
A) Check out Boutique Endurance, our sponsors! (link at bottom of webpage). Tell them you're from MTC and there are great deals.
Q) Where can I get a bike?
A) Check out Cycles St. Laurent, our sponsors! (link at bottom of webpage). You don't need a top of the line bike, but a road bike is very useful. You MUST have a helmet, water, and everything to change a flat.
Q) Where is Park Kent?
A) From the gym go around the mountain (either up Parc to Cote-Ste-Catherine to Decelles or west taking Pins/Cedar/CDN/Decelles); Go north on Decelles, which ends at Kent; from there, if you don't see the track you're lost. OR a few min walk from metro Cote-Des-Neiges • Link to map
Q) How do I get to the Ice Breaker Bridge (bike workouts)?
• Link to map
Q) How the *$%* do I find the "MTC box" for payment? Can I pay in cash?
A) In the McGill Gym, take an immediate left at the cafeteria and go down the stairs. Go to the end of the hallway and you will find a box labelled "MTC". YES, you can pay with cash, but please no coins. Seal everything in an envelope & include your name. Please don't forget new member registration form!
Q) If I'm not a McGill student, can I still join?
Yes! McGill Triathlon does not discriminate against scholastic status. However, you still need a McGill gym membership.
Q) What does the workout schedule look like?
A)The Fall and Winter sessions are similar and on most days:
The Summer Schedule is a bit different, but once again, here is a template:
Mission Statement
Our mission at the McGill Triathlon Club (MTC) is to promote a healthy lifestyle, team spirit and the participation in multisport events at McGill University, as well as at the local, national, and international level, through a professionally designed and coached program.
Constitution
The MTC is run by council and follows a Constitution.
About MTC
The McGill Triathlon Club is a group of ambitious, athletic individuals of all ages and backgrounds. Elite, amateur and recreational athletes who share common goal: Having fun while improving physical fitness, performance and endurance in a friendly coached environment.
The MTC meets year round with 9 coached workouts per week. Coached sessions include: swimming, cycling, and running along with a structured strength and flexibility program (pilates).
The club is open to the community at large in addition to servicing McGill students, staff and alumni.
Training Facilities
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Swim
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Outdoor
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Olympic Rowing Basin, and lakes |
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Indoor
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8 lane Olympic - 25 metre pool | |
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Bike
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Outdoor
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Organized group rides. |
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Indoor
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Access
to 25 spin bikes and 9 Kurt Kinetic trainers. Club room for turbo trainers and bikes. |
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Run
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Outdoor
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400m Molson Stadium track and Mount Royal trails. |
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Indoor
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6 lane - 200 metre track and fitness centre equipped with treadmills, spin bikes, elliptical trainers, and exercise balls. | |
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Weights
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Indoor
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2 State-of-the-art weight rooms. |
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Pilates
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Indoor
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Indoor state-of-the-art exercise room. |
FAQ
Q)I'm a decent swimmer/cyclist/runner but a have never swam/cycled/run before in my life and would likely drown/fall/have to walk. Can I still join?
A) Yes! We only require that you are able to swim about 300m on your own before you join, no matter how long it takes you. You are welcome to join for 2 sports in the meantime. We have a HUGE range of abilities and ANYBODY is welcome to join. There are no tryouts. If you are motivated, that's all that matters.
Q) I might only be able to attend "x" number of practices per week. Is that OK?
A) Yup! It's your training and it's completely up to you how many times you come. The programs are posted online in our "member's only" section, so if you want to complete the same workout as the club, you have them at your disposal.
Q) Will I need a gym membership?
A) YES. You need a way to access the gym for workouts... Climbing through the windows is too dangerous.
Q) Is there any way I can just join for one sport? Which sports for 'two' sports?
A) Sorry, unfortunately, we cannot allow memberships for only one sport. Triathlon is a multisport event. Depending on your interest, check out McGill Master's Swimming or Cycling Teams. If you are interested in two sports, you may choose any two of the three.
Q) What is OPEN HOUSE? When is it?
A) Open House is held for ~ 1 week at the beginning of every semester. It's a time when you can come participate in any / all of the practices to see if you like MTC before registering. The last day of open house is when cheques are due, so don't miss the deadline!
Q) I would like to join part way through the semester. Is this possible?
A) This may be possible if we have not yet reached capacity. Please email to find out.
Q) Do I need any special equipment?
A) If you are joining us for fall or winter semester, all of our cycling is indoors, so you do not need a bike! We do continue running outdoors year round, so you will need warm clothing (spandex recommended, but not necessary). You will also need a bathing suit, googles, and a bathing cap for swimming.
Q)Where can I get shoes / running stuff?
A) Check out Boutique Endurance, our sponsors! (link at bottom of webpage). Tell them you're from MTC and there are great deals.
Q) Where can I get a bike?
A) Check out Cycles St. Laurent, our sponsors! (link at bottom of webpage). You don't need a top of the line bike, but a road bike is very useful. You MUST have a helmet, water, and everything to change a flat.
Q) Where is Park Kent?
A) From the gym go around the mountain (either up Parc to Cote-Ste-Catherine to Decelles or west taking Pins/Cedar/CDN/Decelles); Go north on Decelles, which ends at Kent; from there, if you don't see the track you're lost. OR a few min walk from metro Cote-Des-Neiges • Link to map
Q) How do I get to the Ice Breaker Bridge (bike workouts)?
• Link to map
Q) How the *$%* do I find the "MTC box" for payment? Can I pay in cash?
A) In the McGill Gym, take an immediate left at the cafeteria and go down the stairs. Go to the end of the hallway and you will find a box labelled "MTC". YES, you can pay with cash, but please no coins. Seal everything in an envelope & include your name. Please don't forget new member registration form!
Q) If I'm not a McGill student, can I still join?
Yes! McGill Triathlon does not discriminate against scholastic status. However, you still need a McGill gym membership.
Q) What does the workout schedule look like?
A)The Fall and Winter sessions are similar and on most days:
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Swim
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Bike
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Run
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Pilates
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Monday
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19:30-21:00
Currie Pool |
06:30-08:00
*Currie Gym Spin Room B-213 |
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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06:30-08:00
*Currie Gym Spin Room B-213 |
Fall: 18:00-19:30 19:45-21:00 Indoor track |
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Thursday
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19:30-21:00
Currie Pool |
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Friday
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18:00-19:30
Currie Gym Tomlinson Hall Outdoors |
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Saturday
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09:00-10:30
*Currie Gym Spin Room B-213 |
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10:45- 11:45
Currie Gym Spin Room B-213 |
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Sunday
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10:30-12:00
Currie Pool & 30 min core |
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9:00-10:00
Front of Gym Tempo Run (no coach) |
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The Summer Schedule is a bit different, but once again, here is a template:
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Swim
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Bike
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Run
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Pilates
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Monday
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Tuesday
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7:00-8:30
Currie Pool |
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18:00-19:30
Outdoor Bike Ride |
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Wednesday
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18:00-19:30 |
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Thursday
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19:15-20:45
Currie Pool |
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Friday
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18:00-19:30
Currie Gym Tomlinson Hall Outdoors |
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Saturday
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09:00-11:00
Outdoor Bike Ride |
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Sunday
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10:00-11:30
Currie Pool or Beach Swim @ Parc Jean Drapeau |
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Thank you to our sponsors
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McGill Triathlon
2008