Okanagan Triathlon Training Camp

May 5th - 8th, 2027 in Vernon, BC

2027 Registration - OPEN

Caution: 2026 Camp Sold out in November!
Avoid disappointment and register ASAP!

SWIM

BIKE

RUN

The Okanagan Triathlon Training Camp

An INCREDIBLE Experience

Beginner to Intermediate Focus

If you are looking for a fun camp to achieve some fitness goals, feel included, safe and supported, then this is the camp for you! Whether you are new to triathlon, or have been involved in the sport for some time, this inclusive camp will cater to where you are, and what you want to accomplish.

We welcome a variety of levels of fitness, training duration preference and experience, however you must have a road, triathlon or gravel bike and be able to comfortably ride a minimum of 30km's within 2 hours.

We all have different goals and we are here to ensure you are successful with your training, and you might be surprised at what you can do!

What you can expect at the Okanagan Triathlon Training Camp:

Coaching and Support – experienced coaches who specialize in swim, bike and run. Participants will benefit from guidance on various aspects of triathlon, including swimming technique, cycling skills, running form, and specialized recovery sessions (yoga). All workouts will be supported by the coaches and a vehicle will always be available on the bike and runs, for encouragement, extra nutrition and the ability to add or take off a layer. Swims will have paddle board support.

Focused Training and Skill Improvement – a concentrated and focused period of training allowing participants to immerse themselves without the distractions of daily life. This intensity can lead to quicker skill development and improved fitness. Participants will receive personalized feedback on their technique, leading to more efficient and effective performance. Drills will be utilized within the training.

Swim Skills: deep water comfort, sighting, drafting, pacing, body position, breathing technique and more!

Cycling Skills: emergency braking, climbing and descending, cornering, shifting, group etiquette and more!

Running Skills: running efficiency, posture, foot strike awareness, proper warm-up, breath control and more!

Community and Motivation Boost – this is an excellent opportunity for triathletes to connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for the sport and are extremely supportive of one another. Receiving encouragement from coaches and other athletes, and experiencing a new training environment can provide a motivational boost. The collective energy of camp will inspire participants to push their limits.

CAMP SCHEDULE:

Day 1 - Wednesday, May 5th

2:00pm - 2:30pm Arrival/Mingle

2:45pm - 3:15pm Group Shake Out Run

3:45pm - 5:00pm Bike Skills Session

5:15pm - 6:00pm Yoga in the Park

Day 2 - Thursday, May 6th

8:30am - 12:00pm Long Group Ride

*participants must have a road bike or a triathlon bike

1:30pm - 2:30pm Open Water Swim Skills

3:00pm - 4:00pm Nutrition Talk

Day 3 - Friday, May 7th

9:00am - 11:00am Long Run/Walk

11:30am - 12:30am Recovery Ride

1:00pm - 2:00pm Open Water Swim Skills

5:00pm - 7:00pm Group Dinner

Day 4 - Saturday, May 8th

9:00am - 11:00am Group Ride with Brick Run

11:00am - 11:45am Yoga in the Park

12:00pm - 12:30pm Camp Wrap Up

HEAD COACHES:

Rose Serpico

Yoga Alliance Instructor
Paddle Board Expert
Ironman Athlete

Rose is not only our yoga instructor and meditation specialist, she is also our water safety specialist as she has been paddle boarding these waters for 30 years! She has a gift of keeping people calm and relaxed and helping athletes remain centred and will be teaching these techniques you can carry forward in training and racing.

Richelle Love

NCCP Triathlon Coach
NCCP Cycling Coach
Ironman Athlete

Richelle has been a certified triathlon coach for over 15 years. She is our bike specialist and is a recipient of Alberta Bicycle Association - Coach of the Year! Her passion is being able to get someone more comfortable on a bike and/or loving their bike more. Her never ending enthusiasm reminds us of her past camp counsellor life that you will see!

We will also have guest coaches, ride leaders, and more!

WHAT'S INCLUDED:

4 days of triathlon camp
1:8 coach to athlete ratio
swim, bike, run, yoga workouts/sessions
- all swims, rides and runs are SUPPORTED
swag bag with cool things you will actually use!
inclusive and welcoming environment for all (each athlete will be pushed and challenged at their own level)
healthy snacks and a variety of training nutrition
a fun experience to kick off the triathlon season

On the last day of camp I (along with everyone else) was nervous about riding since I was tired. The support and coaching was incredible and I was so surprised and happy that we all did it! Rose encouraged me to go further than I thought possible and Richelle stayed with me on the bike. I felt so supported and I DID IT!!!!!! You can too! Anyone feel apprehensive about this camp should not worry as this is the most supportive, welcoming camp for all levels.

-Jesslyn

I did my longest ride ever at the camp! I was so happy with all of the support from the coaches and the other riders. Everyone was so encouraging and I knew I could do it with the support. It isn’t just a training or a coaching camp, it is a self discovery moment, a pushing the limits experience surrounded by the two most amazing women that are obviously passionate about everything they do to make this happen.

-Elaine