Upcoming Events
October 2025
2026 Kids Program – Fall & Winter
Train like a Triathlete Year-Round!
Our Kids Fall & Winter Program is designed for athletes who want to grow their fitness, develop strength in swimming, biking, and running, while building confidence in a supportive team environment.
The program runs from October to April, and is targeted at youth aged 8 –15 years (born 2010–2018), to develop fitness and strength for all three sports.
Saturday sessions are designed for all athletes and take place at the Pan Am Pool from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Begin with a run fitness workout, followed by swim training in the pool.
Registration for Saturday-only sessions is $200 for six months.
Annika Niblock and Darian Hole will continue as our program coaches.
Annika is a graduate of the TriMB Youth & MTC Programs, competed in triathlon at the 2019 Western Canada Summer Games, and is currently pursuing a degree in Environmental Studies at the University of Manitoba. Darian is a former MTC athlete, having competed as part of Team Manitoba at the 2013 Canada Summer Games, and he brings a wealth of experience from his years in the sport.
Our coaches are keen to help the next generation of athletes fall in love with triathlon by sharing their knowledge and enthusiasm for our sport.
NOTE – While this program will help athletes develop better swim technique, it’s not intended to be a learn-to-swim program. All athletes should be able to comfortably complete 100m of steady swimming (enough to access the deep end in most local pools) before beginning the program.
A 2026 Triathlon Season membership must be purchased with each Kids Program Registration, which provides insurance for all workout participants, as well as a racing licence for the season ahead. The Kids of Steel memberships are $15, plus CCN processing fees.
The video below gives a great idea of what to expect at our Kids Programs.
2025 Swim Stroke Development Program
Swimming Harder Can Make You Slower.
Swimming Better Makes You Faster!
NEW SPACES ADDED
Registration is now open for our Swim Stroke Development Program, designed to help triathletes refine technique, build efficiency, and gain confidence in the water.
Coached sessions will take place once a week on Monday OR Wednesday evenings, from 8-9 pm at the Pan Am Pool (in parallel with our regular Swim Program). Athletes will be given a second workout to complete on their own each week, reinforcing the coached lessons and facilitating the desired progression throughout the program.
Athletes will receive on-deck training from experienced coaches. Sessions will run for 8 sessions – starting the week of October 20th until the week of December 15th (November 10th and 12th will be a week off for the program). The program will include video capture sessions, enabling athletes to receive direct feedback on their stroke mechanics and the improvements they make 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 2026 for newbies)
(If you don’t already have a pair, our coaches recommend this shorter style)
Registration space is limited.
November 2025
Rural Development Swim Clinic – Selkirk
Triathlon Manitoba is excited to host our second Rural Development Clinic in Selkirk, Manitoba. This new series is designed to bring high-quality coaching and learning opportunities to rural communities. The swim clinic is ideal for athletes who want to improve their swim technique in a supportive and structured environment.
Dates & Times:
Sunday, November 23, 2025 – 10:00 am to 2:00 pm – four hours total:
- 2 hours of pool time focusing on drills, skills, and stroke efficiency
- 2 hours in the classroom reviewing video feedback and key swim technique concepts
Lead Instructor:
The Rural Swim Clinics will be lead by Christine McKinley. During the last two seasons, Christine has coached Triathlon Manitoba’s Intro to Triathlon Swim and Swim Stroke Development programs, helping athletes achieve greater confidence and performance in the water. She also won the 2024 Coach of the Year award for her work with the Just Tri It program. When she’s not coaching, Christine races at the professional level at IM 70.3 events and previously won the Canadian Master’s Champion for the 800m and 1500m freestyle events – so she knows how to go fast efficiently!
Course Overview
The clinic combines practical swim instruction with classroom-based video review:
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Hands-on swim drills and stroke efficiency exercises
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Review of key swim skills and technique videos
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Video feedback on individual technique
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Personalized coaching feedback in a small group setting
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the clinic, participants will be able to:
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Improve stroke mechanics and swimming efficiency
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Identify areas for continued skill development
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Apply practical drills and techniques in their own training
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Gain confidence and knowledge to swim more effectively
NOTE – While this program will help athletes develop better swim technique, it’s not intended to be a learn-to-swim program. All athletes should be able to comfortably complete 100m of steady swimming (enough to access the deep end in most MB pools) before beginning the program.
2025 NCCP Coaching Course
Triathlon Manitoba is hosting an NCCP Community Triathlon Coach course.
Dates & Times: This is a two-day course that includes in-person learning and practical training.
Saturday, November 29: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (primarily classroom focus on Coaching modules)
Sunday, November 30: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (Coaching practical lessons)
Membership: 2025 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 at ;
- Complete the free eLearning activity on The Locker.
Facilitator: Pat Peacock
The 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 sanctioned club, workout, clinic, or camp by Triathlon Manitoba.
The triathlon coaching pathway has recently been updated, so this is an entirely new course featuring new material and an updated practical component.
The whole course consists of Part 1 and Part 2. Coaches will need to complete both parts to be qualified. Part 1 includes the module “Coaching Beginners and Age Group Triathletes.” Part 2 contains 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
January 2026
Beat the Cold Winter Triathlon
The Event
For the last seven years, Winnipeggers have beaten the cold so others don’t have to.
Everyone involved is excited to welcome you onto Winnipeg’s amazing river trails at The Forks this winter. The race will include a 5 kilometre run, bike and skate, with registration options for individuals and relay teams. Join us in all your layers, with all your friends, and help raise funds for 1JustCity and their emergency overnight shelter, Just a Warm Sleep.
Click the registration link below for additional race information, registration fees and race-day schedule.
The Cause
Your participation (100% of the profits) will help support 1JustCity’s overnight emergency warming centre, Just a Warm Sleep.
Every night from November through March, Just a Warm Sleep invites people experiencing homelessness into Oak Table to get a safe, warm sleep. This program supports up to 30 people experiencing homelessness nightly.
Beat the Cold is presented by 1JustCity and TriFactor Triathlon Club.
