Whatever you want to know about cycling, we have you covered!

Our goal for this clinic is to pass along hard-earned knowledge, covering what we feel are three of the most important / impactful areas of cycling, to get you and your bike through training and onto the start line in shape to succeed.  Here’s what we’ll cover:

Basic Bike Maintenance – Safe Cycling in Traffic – Performance for Racing

Basic Bike Maintenance – 9:00 am
We’ll start with the most important lesson for any cyclist – How to Change a Flat Tire.  You’ll have the chance to get hands-on, understand the keys to success and challenges to be overcome.   We’ll follow that up with a mini-lesson on shifting & braking, so that even if you can’t fix what’s happening, you can at least communicate the issue to a repair shop.

Cycling in Traffic – 10:00 am
As much as we might think that getting touched by the weeds is the scariest part of triathlon – training in traffic surely is.  The good news is that our Executive Director earned two decades of experience working in Road Safety, specifically cycling safety for the last seven years, before coming to Triathlon Manitoba, so he’ll share global best practice for how to interact with traffic and keep you and your friends safe on Manitoba’s roads and highways.

The lesson will cover a cyclist’s positioning on roads, position through corners and turns, how to make a lane change when needed (as an individual or group) and other tips to interact and influence traffic in effective ways to get through your training.

Performance for Racing – 11:00 am
Our sport has tons of gadgets – for training, for racing, for recovery, for anything.  Many of the most expensive gadgets are related to the cycling portion of triathlon, but you don’t have to spend $$$$($?) on a bike and race wheels to excel on the bike course.  Even worse, it’s possible to spend big money and actually make yourself slower or less capable on the bike if you make the wrong decisions.  The final part of our bike clinic will review some of the best ways to gain performance as well as the most common errors to avoid, but most importantly, we’ll have lots of opportunity for questions and answers from everyone in attendance.

What else
Sure some of us might already be happy enough to sit around and talk about bikes for a few hours, but wouldn’t we be happier still with snacks too?  TriMB will bring in some coffee urns, a few trays of cinnamon buns from Tall Grass and other snacks to make sure everyone leaves this clinic ready to ride!

You’re welcome to attend one portion of the clinic, two portions or all three.  Given the date, you’re also welcome to attend as your favourite Star Wars character (though any Trekkies will be asked to leave immediately).

The Clinic cost is $5 for Triathlon Manitoba Members (and also a good reminder to Renew Your Membership if you haven’t already) and free for members of our Sanctioned Clubs (club leaders have coupon codes to waive fees).  Non-members are welcome to attend too, but with a $10 registration fee.

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Find the Right Questions – Share the Right Answers – Prepare for Your Best Rides

Gear up towards Summer with Duathlons in May

One of Canada’s longest running multisport series, the Birds Hill Duathlon in the Park Series returns for 2024.

Whether you’re taking your first steps into the sport or a seasoned vet getting ready for big summer goals, the chance to challenge yourself on Tuesday nights is a perfect way to start the outdoor season!!

Races take place across three Tuesdays in May:
Week 1 – Tuesday, May 14 – Standard Du at East Beach Parking Lot
Week 2 – Tuesday, May 21 – Standard Du at East Beach Parking Lot
Week 3 – Tuesday, May 28 – Dirt Du at Birds Hill Equestrian Ranch

Each week, there are four events to choose from, catering to all age levels:

​Registration costs of only $15 for kids and $30 for adults, it’s never been easier to get into racing.  All you need is a bike, helmet and running shoes and your Tuesday evenings in May can be the start of an amazing summer.

NOTE – Registration will be ONLINE ONLY, no walk-ups, so please click the link below to take part.

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Races take place at the East Beach Parking Lot at Birds Hill Park, with the following schedule for each evening:

5:00 pm – Transition & Race Kit Pick-up Open
6:15 pm – Transition & Race Kit Pick-up Close
6:30 pm – Pre-Race Meeting for all distances

6:45 pm – Tikes & Trikes
6:55 pm – Kids Short Race Begins
7:15 pm – Adult Event Begins
7:17 pm – Kids Long Race Begins

Gear up towards Summer with Duathlons in May

One of Canada’s longest running multisport series, the Birds Hill Duathlon in the Park Series returns for 2024.

Whether you’re taking your first steps into the sport or a seasoned vet getting ready for big summer goals, the chance to challenge yourself on Tuesday nights is a perfect way to start the outdoor season!!

Races take place across three Tuesdays in May:
Week 1 – Tuesday, May 14 – Standard Du at East Beach Parking Lot
Week 2 – Tuesday, May 21 – Standard Du at East Beach Parking Lot
Week 3 – Tuesday, May 28 – Dirt Du at Birds Hill Equestrian Ranch

Each week, there are four events to choose from, catering to all age levels:

The Adult Short event on May 21 will serve as a Qualifier for the 2025 Sprint Duathlon World Championship.

​Registration costs of only $15 for kids and $30 for adults, it’s never been easier to get into racing.  All you need is a bike, helmet and running shoes and your Tuesday evenings in May can be the start of an amazing summer.

NOTE – Registration will be ONLINE ONLY, no walk-ups, so please click the link below to take part.

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To be eligible for World Championship Qualification in the Sprint Duathlon event, you must complete an Expression of Interest PRIOR to the event on May 21.  That expression must be submitted within three weeks prior to the event using the link below.

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

Races take place at the East Beach Parking Lot at Birds Hill Park, with the following schedule for each evening:

5:00 pm – Transition & Race Kit Pick-up Open
6:15 pm – Transition & Race Kit Pick-up Close
6:30 pm – Pre-Race Meeting for all distances

6:45 pm – Tikes & Trikes
6:55 pm – Kids Short Race Begins
7:15 pm – Adult Event Begins
7:17 pm – Kids Long Race Begins

Triathlon Manitoba continues its “Intro to Triathlon” series with two weeks of tune-up workouts, to have you prepared for summer events.

Gear up towards Summer with Duathlons in May

One of Canada’s longest running multisport series, the Birds Hill Duathlon in the Park Series returns for 2024.

Whether you’re taking your first steps into the sport or a seasoned vet getting ready for big summer goals, the chance to challenge yourself on Tuesday nights is a perfect way to start the outdoor season!!

Races take place across three Tuesdays in May:
Week 1 – Tuesday, May 14 – Standard Du at East Beach Parking Lot
Week 2 – Tuesday, May 21 – Standard Du at East Beach Parking Lot
Week 3 – Tuesday, May 28 – Dirt Du at Birds Hill Equestrian Ranch

Each week, there are various events to choose from, catering to all age levels.

May 28th event is a Dirt Duathlon, allowing competitors a chance to race through the trees and along the trails at Birds Hill Park.

​Registration costs of only $15 for kids and $30 for adults, it’s never been easier to get into racing.  All you need is a bike, helmet and running shoes and your Tuesday evenings in May can be the start of an amazing summer.

NOTE – Registration will be ONLINE ONLY, no walk-ups, so please click the link below to take part.

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To be eligible for World Championship Qualification in the Sprint Duathlon event, you must complete an Expression of Interest PRIOR to the event on May 21.  That expression must be submitted within the three weeks prior to the event – a link to do so will be added to this page from May 1 onward.

Races take place at the East Beach Parking Lot at Birds Hill Park, with the following schedule for each evening:

5:00 pm – Transition & Race Kit Pick-up Open
6:15 pm – Transition & Race Kit Pick-up Close
6:30 pm – Pre-Race Meeting for all distances

6:45 pm – Tikes & Trikes
6:55 pm – Kids Short Race Begins
7:15 pm – Adult Event Begins
7:17 pm – Kids Long Race Begins

Triathlon Returns to The North!!

The Kelsey Recreation Centre hosts a Tri-Community Triathlon event for the whole family, with Kids of Steel and Super-Sprint events to involve athletes from age 6 to 106!

Athlete age is determined as of December 31st, 2024. Athletes may race in shorter divisions (younger age groups) – please connect with us directly and we’ll get you set up.

* – Athletes racing in the 10-11, 12-13 and 14-15 Age Groups are eligible to qualify for the 2024 Manitoba Summer Games in Dauphin.  Visit our Manitoba Games Page for more details on how to qualify:

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Kids of Steel Racing Comes to the Interlake!

Athlete age is determined as of December 31st, 2024. Athletes may race in shorter divisions (younger age groups) – please connect with us directly and we’ll get you set up.

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• Athletes racing in the 10-11, 12-13 and 14-15 Age Groups are eligible to qualify for the 2024 Manitoba Summer Games in Dauphin.
• Swim will only become Run #1 in the event of inclement weater, e.g. too cold to swim

While past years of this event featured a stand-alone Kids of Steel Duathlon, the numbers were low and the volunteer demands to set up a separate course and transition zone were substantial.  Most of the participating athletes were also old enough to take part in the Mixed Relay event too (as many did).  This year, we’re encouraging our younger athletes to compete in the mixed relay.

The mixed relay course is a similar distance to those used for 12 & older Kids of Steel races.  The course features a challenging bike and deep water swim, so it’s not a course we’d recommend for a younger athlete’s first triathlon participation, but most athletes that age or older should be comfortable competing.  Because this is the final event on our race calendar before the MB Summer Games, we can also allow qualified 10-11 year old athletes to participate at this distance, but ask that you contact our office first to discuss participation options for your younger athlete.

“Day Two – This Time It’s Personal”

Day two features individual racing, with triathlon and duathlon options, over the Sprint or Olympic distances.  You’ll know the swim, bike and run terrain quite well from hopefully having raced the day prior, which means you can enjoy the challenge of a few more km in this beautiful venue and maybe even push yourself to a new level.

However you decide to participate, we’re pretty sure you won’t find a better way to spend August long weekend than racing and playing the International Peace Garden.

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To be eligible for World Championship Qualification in the Mixed Relay, you must complete an Expression of Interest PRIOR to the event on August 3rd.  That expression must be submitted within the three weeks prior to the event

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

Registration Options & Pricing

• All athletes must have a valid Triathlon Manitoba / Triathlon Canada or USA Triathlon membership.  If you do not have an annual membership, you must purchase a one-day Triathlon Manitoba membership for $20.00 ($10.00 per relay participant)
• Entry fees are non-refundable
• Fees cover costs for Athlete chip timing, Race Officials, Athlete Swag Bag, Prizes, Athlete Post Race Food, etc. We are a non profit race and extra proceeds will be donated to local youth activities and/or Peace Garden

Schedule Saturday Aug 3 – Mixed Team Relay
6:30 am – Athlete check-in and race kit pick up. Transition opens (Willis Pavilion)
8 am – Registration closes
8:10 – Transition closes / Pre race meeting
8:20 am – Marshalling team member #1 to swim start
8:30 am – Mixed Relay Starts.
Approx. 12pm – Mixed Relay Triathlon complete

Schedule Sunday Aug 4 – Olympic Triathlon, Sprint Triathlon and Duathlon
6:30 am – Athlete check-in and race kit pick up. Transition opens (Willis Pavillion).
8:00 am – Athlete check-in closes.
8:10 am – Transition closes / Pre-race meeting.
8:20 am – Olympic Triathlon marshalling to swim
8:30 am – Olympic Triathlon starts
8:30 – 8:45 – Transition reopens for sprint athletes
9:10am – Sprint Triathlon Marshalling to swim and duathlon runners to start line.
9:20 am – Sprint Triathlon and Duathlon Start. *will wait for last Olympic athlete to exit water first.
Approx. 12pm Triathlons and duathlon complete

Refreshments will be provided both days at the finish line in front of the Peace Chapel. A podium ceremony will take place following the races at the finish line.

2024 sees the return of Manitoba Summer Games hosted in Dauphin, MB from August 11th to 17th.

The Triathlon events will be held at Riding Mountain National Park on August 15th & 16th. Athletes born between 2009 and 2014 will be eligible, with plenty of opportunities to qualify at eight planned events over the next twelve months, including three winter clinics across the province.

Teams will be selected based on the results and participation during the following events, one of which must be a Kids of Steel Race:
– 2023 Peace Garden Duathlon
– 2023 Riding Mountain Triathlon
– Three Triathlon Clinics held during the 2023-24 winter season
– 2024 The Pas Tri-Community Triathlon
– 2024 Birds Hill Triathlon
– 2024 St. Malo Triathlon
– 2024 Interlake Triathlon

It is our goal to find a spot for all athletes participating in three qualifying events. Athletes completing two qualification events will be given consideration after all three-event athletes have been placed on their teams.

Course Maps for Manitoba Summer Games Races

Guide to the Games

Please check out our Manitoba Games Page for full details.

The event has long been a highlight of the Triathlon Manitoba season, but the 2024 event will need to take on a different format, as explained in this important note from the organizer:

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CANCELLED – With new restrictions placed on events in Riding Mountain this season as the Park works to battle the Zebra muscle invasion, the organizers of Riding Mountain Triathlon have opted not to host the Kids of Steel event in 2024.

We’ll hope to see this event back on the calendar next summer.

Swimming Harder Can Make You Slower.

Swimming Better Makes You Faster!

Building on the success of last winter’s Intro to Triathlon Swimming Program, Triathlon Manitoba will offer these new sessions designed for triathletes keen to improve their efficiency and performance at the start of every triathlon event.

Coached sessions will take place once-a-week on Monday evenings, from 8-9pm at the Pan Am Pool (in parallel with our regular Swim Program).  Athletes will be given a second workout to do on their own each week, to reinforce the coached lessons and achieve the desired progression throughout the program.

Athletes will receive on-deck training from experienced coaches Christine McKinley and Patrick Peacock.  Sessions will run for 9 weeks from October 21st to December 16th (Nov 11 will not have a coached swim due to the holiday).  The program will also include video capture sessions, allowing athletes to have direct feedback on stroke mechanics and improvements made throughout the program.

Target Audience:
– Athletes with prior experience of triathlon swimming / racing, likely those who learned to swim as adults and looking to gain efficiency in their swimming
(our Intro to Triathlon Swimming will run again in Jan-Mar 2025 for newbies)

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Registration space is limited.

The AGM is scheduled for Tuesday October 22nd, from 5:30 pm

At the end of each season, Triathlon Manitoba’s Annual General Meeting provides an opportunity to reflect on our successes as well as our struggles and direction as a sport.  The AGM gives every one of our members a chance to participate in these discussions and help us ensure our sport progresses in the best way possible – the way that reflects the desires and ambitions of our membership.

Please join us to lend your voice to these discussions and help us make a stronger and better sport.

The following documents will be available on this page prior to the AGM
2024 AGM Agenda
2023 AGM Minutes (Draft)
2023-24 Financial Statements

The Triathlon Manitoba Board of Directors will have a number of positions to fill this year.  If you would like to help ensure the success of our sport, there’s no better place to make a contribution.  The deadline for nominations to the board is Tuesday, October 8th, with the following positions to fill:

Vice-President
Treasurer
Director at Large

2024 Board of Directors Nomination Form

Proxy Forms are available to those members unable to join the call, but would still like to vote.  Completed forms must be submitted via e-mail or mail by Tuesday, October 8th at end of day.  As per 4.9 Proxy Restrictions – No individual can hold more than one proxy vote for one specific meeting of members.

Annual Awards Dinner will be held immediately following the AGM – expected to start at 7:00 pm on Tuesday, October 22nd. The dinner offers a great chance to recognize the outstanding achievements and contributions made throughout 2024 in our sport.  Our sport is filled with so many incredible people – please take the time to nominate someone you feel is deserving of celebration

The Awards Dinner is scheduled for Tuesday, October 22nd from 7:00 pm

Our Awards Dinner will take place immediately after the Annual General Meeting.  A discount is offered to those who attend the AGM, so please join us from 5:30 pm, to add your voice to our sport and save a bit on dinner too.

The awards evening will include a sit down dinner with food from Urban Prairie Cuisine, as well as recognition of our athletes, officials, volunteers, and coaches, plus a look back at the season passed.

AGM: Tuesday October 22, 2024 from 5:30 – 6:30 pm at the Winnipeg Winter Club, 200 River Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3L 0B2  (there is no charge to attend the AGM)

Awards Dinner: Tuesday October 22, 2024 from 7:00 – 9:00 pm at the Winnipeg Winter Club, 200 River Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3L 0B2

As detailed below, there are a few pricing options for the Awards Dinner, with discounts offered to members who also attend the AGM before hand, as well as to the key volunteers who keep our sport going.  Please select the appropriate category for your ticket.

AWARDS ONLY – a $30 cost is charged to those attending the awards dinner who will not attend the AGM.

AGM ATTENDEE – a $5 discount is offered for TriMB members who will be attending the AGM prior to the awards dinner.

OFFICIAL / RD – a $10 discount is offered for TriMB members who will not attend the AGM, but who have served as Race Directors this year or were active as Officials at 3+ events.

OFFICIAL / RD & AGM ATTENDEE– a $15 discount is offered for TriMB members who will attend the AGM and have, served as Race Directors this year or were active as Officials at 3+ events.

NOTE – Registration deadline is Sunday, October 20th at midnight, as the kitchen needs to know the number of meals to prepare.

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Finally, to ensure we’re awarding those most deserving of recognition, please take the time to nominate an Athlete, Coach, Volunteer or Official you feel is deserving of celebration!

Triathlon Manitoba is hosting NCCP Community Triathlon Coach course.

Dates & Times: This is a two-day course including in-person learning as well as practical training.
     Saturday, October 26: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (mostly classroom focus on Coaching modules)
     Sunday, October 27: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (Coaching practical lessons)

Membership: 2024 Triathlon Manitoba Membership or membership in your home province is required to register for this course.

Prerequisites: Coaches should complete the following before the course begins:

• Ensure you have and can access a The Locker Account at coach.ca;
• Complete the free eLearning activity NCCP Emergency Action Plan on The Locker.

Facilitator: Pat Peacock

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NCCP Community Triathlon Coach is the starting point for triathlon coaches, and completion of Parts 1 and 2 is the primary requirement to run a club, workout, clinic, or camp sanctioned by Triathlon Manitoba.

The triathlon coaching pathway has recently been updated, so this is an all-new course featuring new material and an updated practical component.

The full course consists of Part 1 and Part 2. Coaches will need to complete both parts in order to be qualified. Part 1 includes the module Coaching Beginner and Age Group Triathletes. Part 2 includes the modules Coaching and Assessing Triathlon Skills and Coaching to Events and is delivered a two-day, in-person course. During Part 2, coaches will lead the mini-activities they planned in Part 1.

The outcomes of the NCCP Community Triathlon Coach program are:

• Make Ethical Decisions
• Provide Support to Athletes in Training
• Plan a Practice
• Analyze Performance
• Support the Competitive Experience
• Design a Sport Program