Triathlon
Completing the three endurance sports - swimming, cycling, and running - in quick succession is considered a unique athletic challenge. We enjoy training for these events and prepare together for competitions.
Training content
In the triathlon training program at Rainbow Sport Zurich, we don’t just practice the three disciplines of swimming (open water), cycling (triathlon or road bike), and running. We place particular emphasis on improving our technical skills. We also focus on specific training elements such as brick training and transition training. Brick training involves performing two disciplines consecutively, either once or repeatedly. Transition training focuses on the procedures in the transition zone, which is often referred to as the “fourth discipline.” For example, changing clothes and equipment while maintaining near-maximum heart rate - all while the race clock keeps ticking - presents a major challenge. Triathlon-specific strength training rounds out the program.
In addition to these training sessions, we recommend that those interested in triathlon participate in the training sessions of the Rainbow Sport Zurich swimming club (Sea Lions), the road cycling group, and the running group (Frontrunners).
Membership and fees
In addition to the basic membership fee for Rainbow Sport Zürich of CHF 60 per calendar year, there is a fee of CHF 20 per person for each group training session. You can decide at short notice, whether or not you want to attend a training session. You also have the option of taking private lessons for an additional fee.
Communication within the training group
Sessions are generally conducted in German (Swiss German, Standard German). More complex content may occasionally be translated for non-native speakers (into English or French). However, to ensure everyone feels comfortable in the group, you should ideally be able to both understand and speak at least simple sentences in German. Individual lessons can also be conducted in English or French.
Contact and information
triathlon@rainbowsport.ch
Our Training
When and where?
Training takes place from April through October. You will be kept informed about upcoming training sessions in a timely manner (also depending on weather conditions) via the relevant WhatsApp group.
Training leadership
Adrian Frei is a certified J+S triathlon instructor and is currently training to become a Swiss Triathlon age-group coach. He also holds the SRLG certifications “Basis Pool”, “Plus Pool” and “Lake”.
Contact
Adrian Frei
Head sports group Triathon
triathlon@rainbowsport.ch
Sign up now for the triathlon group, and you’ll be added to the WhatsApp group so the journey can begin!