Multisports Orange County (CA)

IRVINE, CA - Novaquatics Masters Swimming and Multisports Orange County Head Coach Michael Collins will be teaching several triathlon technique classes for the City of Irvine. Here are some quotes from people who have taken the class: "I just wanted to let you know that the swimming class has been great. I think the combination of classroom videos and in-pool drills and coaching have been VERY beneficial. The locker room chatter that I've heard from some of the other participants echoes my sentiments. Thanks!" - Annie Below is a listing of classes, details, and links to register: Beginning Swimming Techniques for Triathletes March 16 - April 20 (6 weeks) Wednesday Evenings 6:30-8:00pm Course #27036 Phone Info: 949-724-6717 Registration online begins Feb 21 at: www.irvinequickreg.org/ DESCRIPTION: The class will cover the following topics: Core Stability, Body Alignment, and Strength needed for swimming, Basic Comfort in the water, Freestyle Swimming Mechanics, Breathing Patterns, Techniques & Skills needed for open water swimming including: - Dolphining, Navigation, Sight Breathing, Drafting - Dealing with large crowds, Open Water Strategies and Tactics Running Efficiency & Training Tuesday Evenings 6:30-8:00pm Mar 8 - April 19 (6 weeks) Course #24272 Phone Info: 949-724-6717 Registration online begins Feb 21 at: www.irvinequickreg.org/ DESCRIPTION: Would you like to enhance the running portion of your triathlon? Interested in the techniques and training methods to run a faster in a 5K or 10K? Classes include a brief lecture followed by a running technique session. The class will include: techniques to run faster using less energy, running video analysis at the beginning and end of the program, building fitness and endurance, pacing skills, heart rate training, core strength and flexibility to stay injury free, sports nutrition ideas, and more!! Triathlon Cycling Techniques & Training Thursday Evenings 6:00pm-7:30pm April 21– May 26 Course #: 24307 Phone Info: 949-724-6717 Registration online begins Feb 21 at: www.irvinequickreg.org/ DESCRIPTION: Learn all about cycling for a triathlon. Class includes both lecture time and on the road practice. The following topics will be covered: bike equipment selection, bike fit for maximum efficiency, bike handling skills, climbing, descending, and shifting skills, training techniques and programs, and HR & power training concepts for cycling.