Cycling Centre Calgary’s (CCC) youth program is divided into a series of programs: High Performance, Performance, Link, and Development. This program model is derived from the Cycling Long Term Athlete Development (LTAD) a Sport Canada initiative that focuses on athlete development. Through the CCC youth programs young athletes start in the Development program and progress through to the Link and Performance programs and finally on to the High Performance Program. Through this series of programs we are able to provide age appropriate training to optimally prepare young athletes. In every program, training is designed to focus on developing the skills and fitness needed to be successful in cycling, while taking into account what is age appropriate for their stage of development. Athletes move from program to program over many years developing the necessary skills and fitness to become successful cyclists and hopefully future Olympians.
Cycling Development Program
The Cycling Development Program is open to kids (ages 10-14) of all abilities who share an interest in learning and developing cycling skills. Throughout this program we explore the fundamentals of sport, placing emphasize on continued fun, knowledge, fitness, and skill acquisition. The program works towards facilitating athletic growth and development in the following cycling disciplines: road, mountain bike, track, and cyclo cross. The program will also explore cross training in other sports such as cross country skiing, snowshoeing, and hiking, as well as other indoor activities (i.e. soccer, floor hockey, volleyball).
During the summer, the program shifts towards providing experience in local racing of all the disciplines. The Cycling Development Program is the first step in a young cyclist’s pathway and will feed into the newly formed “Link” program. The primary goal for the participants each year is participation at the Provincial Championships in each of the cycling disciplines.
Athletes take part in coached sessions and are required to have their own bike (MTB and road). The Olympic Oval National Cycling Centre will provide rollers for use during indoor training sessions. Athletes are also required to bring athletic shoes and clothing for strength and agility practices. Other equipment required includes: Bicycle Computer with Cadence, HR monitor, Tool Kit, Spare Tubes, Water Bottles, cycling clothing, helmet, gloves and Glasses.
History of the Development Program
The Development Program was formally created in 1999 after the merger between a triathlon training group and the Cycling Centre and has been an integral component in the Cycling Centre’s Programs over the past 13 years. Over this period of time many riders have participated in the program and in 2012 we had our first alumni attend the Olympic Games in London. Many other riders have gone on to ride professionally, for the National Team and some are also now starting careers as coaches in the sport.
- Tuesday: Guided Coaching Sessions at the Oval from 5 to 7 p.m.
- Thursday: Guided Coaching Sessions at the Oval from 5 to 7 p.m.
- Saturday: Guided Coaching Sessions at the Oval from 10 to 12pm.
Cost
46 week program: October 9, 2012 to September 14, 2013 – $1,650 (two equal payments of $825 due November 1, 2012 and April 1, 2013)
Please Note Extra fees will be required for travel to competitions, Velodrome bookings, group outings and cross training activities
Information Session
An information session will be held on Tuesday, October 9th, 2012 at 6:30 pm for athletes and parents in 54 of the Olympic Oval.
For more information or to register please contact Stephen Burke, Head Coach at 403.220.8008 or by email at sgburke@ucalgary.ca
Development Program Form.pdf
Cycling link Program
The Cycling Link Program is open to athletes thirteen and older (13+), who have some competitive athletic experience. Bike racing experience is not required, though it would be considered beneficial. Athletes of this program have matured through the basic fundamentals of cycling, and are beginning to develop specific cycling skills. The program works towards facilitating athletic growth and introducing competition and strength training.
Athletes take parts in coached sessions and are required to have their own road and mountain bike, cycling attire, athletic shoes and clothing for strength and agility practices. A heart rate monitor is recommended.
Training Schedule
- Monday Weights or cross training at the Olympic Oval from 6 to 7 p.m.
- Tuesday: indoor riding sessions at the Oval from 5 to 7 p.m.
- Wednesday: Weights or cross training at the Olympic Oval from 6 to 7 p.m.
- Thursday: indoor riding sessions at the Oval from 5 to 7 p.m.
- Saturday: Group ride 10am to 2pm
Cost
46 week program: October 1, 2012 to September 1, 2013 – $1,850 for the season (first payment of $925 due November 1, 2012 and remainder due April 1, 2013)
Please Note Extra fees will be required for travel to competitions, velodrome bookings, group outings and cross training activities
Information Session
An information session will be held on Thursday, October 4th, 2012 at 5pm for athletes and 7pm for parents in Olympic Oval room 54 at the University of Calgary.
For more information or to register please contact Stephen Burke, Head Coach at 403.220.8008 or by email at sgburke@ucalgary.ca
Link Program Form.pdf
Cycling Performance Program
The Cycling Performance Program is open to athletes fourteen and older, who have competitive cycling experience. Athletes of this program have mastered the fundamentals of cycling, and are beginning to specialize in specific cycling disciplines (road, track, mountain bike, cyclo-cross). The program works towards developing skills in specific cycling disciplines, preparing athletes for competition in provincial and national competitions.
Athletes take part in coached sessions and are required to have their own road bike, rollers (and/or trainer), and heart rate monitors. Athletes are also required to bring athletic shoes and clothing for strength and agility practices.
Training Schedule
- Monday: Weights and agility training 5 to 7 p.m.
- Tuesday: indoor riding sessions at the Oval from 6 to 7 p.m.
- Wednesday: Weights or cross training at the Olympic Oval from 6 to 7 p.m.
- Thursday: indoor riding sessions at the Oval from 5 to 7 p.m.
- Saturday: Weights and group ride
- Sunday: Non-bike aerobic activity
Cost
46 week program: October 1, 2012 to September 1, 2013 – $2,050 for the season (first payment of $1000 due November 1, 2012 and remainder due April 1, 2013)
Please Note Extra fees will be required for travel to competitions, velodrome bookings, group outings and cross training activities
Information Session
An information session will be held on Tuesday, October 2nd, 2012 at 5pm for athletes and 7pm for parents in the Olympic Oval Room 54 at the University of Calgary.
For more information please contact Phil Abbott at 403.220.7987 or by email at phil.abbott@hotmail.ca
Performance Program Form.pdf
Cycling High Performance Program
The High Performance Program is open to Espoir (U23) and Elite athletes who have extensive racing experience. Athletes of this program have specialized in specific cycling disciplines (road, track, or mountain bike). The program works towards developing specific cycling disciplines, preparing athletes for competition in national and international races.
Training Schedule
Training schedule is personalized to help meet athletes training objectives, while taking into account post secondary education and other obligations the athletes may have. As these athletes often train by themselves, and fallow an individualized training program, there is no set training time. Coaching is delivered one on one, appose to a group setting.
Cost
46 week program: October 1, 2012 to September 1, 2013 – $2,200 for the season (first payment of $1100 due November 1, 2012 and remainder due April 1, 2013)
Please Note Extra fees will be required for travel to competitions, velodrome bookings, group outings and cross training activities
Information Session
An information session will be held on Tuesday, October 2nd, 2012 at 5pm for athletes and 7pm for parents in the Olympic Oval Room 54 at the University of Calgary.
For more information please contact Phil Abbott at 403.220.7987 or by email at phil.abbott@hotmail.ca
High Performance Program Form.pdf