The Western Triathlon Club
The University of Western Ontario Triathlon Club was established in 1992. A group of triathletes of abilities ranging from novice to elite national level athletes began by organizing a seminar on campus with the National Team coach. The goal was to provide an environment where athletes could learn training principles to complete their first triathlon, or improve their performances for National Level competitions. This was accompanied by an enjoyable, social, competitive and motivational atmosphere, which members could use to their advantage as serious or casual as it may be.
There were regular club swims at 6 am, runs and bikes a few times a week each, and multiple guest speakers. Topics included Sports Injuries, Basic Training Principles, and specifics on nutrition and bike technology. There were always socials, which frequently included much carbo-loading in many forms! The highlights of each season were the Inter-University Races across the Universities in Ontario. Queens is well known for its trail Duathlon in a farmers field full of smelly stuff and the party after. Hart House (at the University of Toronto) is known for its excellent short race indoor triathlon and the party afterwards. The Trent race has not existed every year, but it was always the University Race Series Championship, in the cold and snow. Western and Queens have always been the main rivals for the title and Westerners have won numerous times, claiming the title. This race was also known for how well it was organized, the draw prizes, and of course the party afterwards. It is said that one time, two Western Triathletes used their keys to etch UWO #1? into the brick pillar on the second floor of the Farmhouse Bar on the edge of town! According to the legend, many UWO athletes have suffered through return to town transportation - DENIED, thus increasing their base mileage 10km by having to walk back to Peterborough!
In conclusion, the UWO Triathlon Club has always, and always will, instill the values of enjoyment, consistency, camaraderie, and dedication to the sport in its members no matter what their goals are.
We have a great race planned for you!
The St. Patty’s Day Splash n Dash Aquathlon will take place on March 17th, 2007.
The aquathlon will begin with an indoor swim, at the Thames Hall varsity swimming pool, followed by
an outdoor run through the beautiful campus of the University of Western Ontario and surrounding park areas.
The 10km run will be in the form of a time trial with wave starts.
The run will be two loops of the aquathlon 5km run course.
Race Distances
* Individual short course: 500m swim, 5km run.
* Individual long course: 1000m swim, 10km run.
* Relay: 1000m swim, 10km run.
* UMS Rookie: 500m swim, 5km run.
* UMS Veteran: 1000m swim, 10km run.
* 10km Time Trial Run.
Please use the links on the navigation bar to find out more.
Thank you for visiting, we look forward to seeing you on St. Patrick’s Day!
Sincerely,
Martin Costello
Executive Race Director
Please choose your registration method below
University MultiSport Clubs
Please contact race@triathlonwestern.net
DATE:
Saturday March 17th, 2007
RACE START:
Aquathlon: 8AM in the Thames Hall Pool
10km Run: 10AM from the Thames Hall Exit Area
RACE FORMAT:
Aquathlon: (Swim/Run)
Individual short distance (500m/5km)
Individual long distance (1000m/10km)
UMS Rookie (500m/5km)
UMS Veteran (1000m/10km)
Relay (1000m/10km)
10km Run: (Two 5km Loops)
RACE KIT PICK UP, SIGN IN AND RACE DAY REGISTRATION:
Aquathlon:
Race kit pick up, race sign-in and race day registration will be available on
Friday March 16th, 2007 from 6PM-8PM, and on Saturday March 17th from
6:45AM to 7:45AM in the Thames Hall Lobby.
10km Run:
Race kit pick up, race sign-in and race day registration will be available on Friday March 16th, 2007 from 6PM-8PM, and on Saturday March 17th from 7:45AM to 9:45AM in the Thames Hall Lobby.
WHERE IS THAMES HALL?
See a Map of Campus at
http://www.uwo.ca/police/documentation/Safety2004v14.pdf
*** PLEASE ARRIVE EARLY ON RACE DAY SO AS NOT TO MISS YOUR RACE. AQUATHLON WAVE TIMES START AS EARLY AS 8AM AND RUN START TIMES START AS EARLY AS 10AM***
PARKINGNo special event parking is provided. There is free parking on campus on the weekends (Friday evening trough Monday morning) in select lots on campus. There is also pay-per-use parking available on campus. Please refer to the parking map provided online at: http://www.uwo.ca/parking/visitormap.pdf
WAIVERS:
All participants must fill out, sign and hand in a waiver form prior to racing.
No Waiver means no race!
FOOD:
There will be post race food and beverage available to athletes and volunteers.
PRIZES:
There will be prizes at the awards ceremony!
Top racers get their choice of prize followed by a draw for all participants.
Prizes have been made possible by Ontario and local sponsors including
MultiSport Canada (www.multisportcanada.com)
Runners Choice (http://www.runnerschoice.on.ca)
The Spoke Lounge (http://www.usc.uwo.ca/spoke)
All Seasons Sports & Cycle (http://www.allseasonssport.com)
Chip Time Results (http://www.chiptimeresults.com)
Please be sure to visit their locations. Thank you!
SEVERE WEATHER:
The race format is an indoor swim followed by an outdoor run.
The race will go on rain, snow or shine. In the unlikely event that
road conditions on the run course are too icy and deemed unsafe by
Police and or Race Organizers, the event will be a swim only. In the
event that the school is closed due to severe weather, the race will be
cancelled.
REFUND POLICY:
All race fees are non-refundable.
WE NEED YOUR HELP!
Races would not be possible without the help of volunteers.
Multi-sport races such as this and other University MultiSport Series (UMS) races require an army of volunteers to help ensure the safety and fun enjoyed by all. Any help on race day is appreciated. Volunteers get free post race food! Please let us know if you or anyone you know is able to help out. Spectators can enjoy the race from unique vantage points while volunteering!
The Western Triathlon Club appreciates your help!
Please EMAIL jtaylo95@uwo.ca for volunteering inquiries.
- CAMPUS MAP -
(borrowed from http://www.uwo.ca/parking)
- RUN COURSE -
(modified from http://www.lib.uwo.ca/maps)
From The East And South
From The West
From The North
What is a race without PRIZES?
Come race for your chance to win…
PRIZES
Speedo Watches
Fuel Belt for Runners
Hammer Gel Refill Bottles
Gift Certificates to the Spoke Lounge
Running Shoe Bags
and much more…
What else do I get on race day?
FREE FOOD
for all participants and volunteers
RACE T-SHIRT*
Racers get a
St. Patty’s Day Splash n Dash t-shirt
with race registration!
RACE KITS**
Water Bottle
Hammer Gel
E-load
Coupons
and much more…
The Western Triathlon Club wishes to thank our sponsors for all their generosity!
*T-shirt availability and sizes are not guaranteed. To help ensure
you get a t-shirt please be sure to register as early as possible!
**Race kit items are distributed on a first come, first serve basis.
Due to limited quantities, items mentioned may not be included in every race kit.
Online Registration
To register online please go to OnlineRegistrations.ca using the link below
http://onlineregistrations.ca/upcoming.htm
Once there, click on the register link for the St. Patty’s Day Splash n Dash. You will be asked to fill out an information form and complete your secure transaction with either MasterCard or Visa. Receipt should arrive by email confirming your successful registration.
Please be sure to visit www2.webng.com/westernracepages for the most current race information.
Race Day Registration
Race Day Registration will be available both on Friday March 16, 2007 from 6-8PM, and on Saturday March 17, 2007 from 6:45-7:45AM for the aquathlon and until 9:45AM for the 10km run. There is a late registration fee of $5.00 for race day registration.
Please see the Race Weekend link in the navigation bar above to find out more details about race day and registration locations.
Registration by Mail
1) Download and complete a registration form.
> Individual Registration Form <
> Relay Registration Form <
2) Mail your registration form and race fees to:
St. Patty’s Day Splash n Dash
Attn: Martin Costello
924 Western Road
London, Ontario
N6G 1G2
*Please note that race fees should be in the form of cheque or money order made payable
to “Western Triathlon Club”.
*Sending cash in the mail is not advised (Western Triathlon Club accepts no responsibility
for race fees mailed in cash).
*Race registration forms and fees must be mailed (post marked) no later than MARCH 10, 2007
in order to avoid a $5.00 late fee.
*Registration forms and fees mailed but not received by Friday March 16, 2007 will not be processed and race day registration procedures and pricing will apply.
