NCCP Community Triathlon Coach Part 1 (Online)
2022-04-21 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Toronto) | Online
Triathlon Ontario is hosting an NCCP Community Triathlon Coach Part 1 course online utilizing the Zoom platform.
Dates & Times: This course is offered four sessions of two hours each over four weeks. All sessions are required in order to complete Part 1.
Thursday, April 21, 2022: 7:00pm – 9:00pm;
Thursday, April 28, 2022: 7:00pm – 9:00pm;
Thursday, May 5, 2022: 7:00pm – 9:00pm;
Thursday, May 12, 2022: 7:00pm – 9:00pm.
This course is newly available in an online format, and comprises Part 1 of NCCP Community Triathlon Coach, including the module Coaching Beginner and Age Group Triathletes.
Coaches will cover safety, coaching philosophy, planning workouts, and designing programs for triathletes. Part 1 prepares coaches to complete activity plans and Emergency Action plans in swim, bike, run and transition, which will be used in Part 2.
This Part 1 session is completely online; no sport equipment is required.
As an online course, this session is particularly suited for coaches who are located in remote areas or who would have to travel extensively to attend a course in the 401/400 corridor.

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 club, workout, clinic, or camp sanctioned by Triathlon Ontario.
The triathlon coaching pathway has recently been updated, so this is an all-new course featuring new material and an updated practical component.
The full course consists of Part 1 and Part 2. Coaches will need to complete both parts in order to be qualified. Part 2 includes the modules Coaching and Assessing Triathlon Skills and Coaching to Events and is delivered a one-day, in-person course. During Part 2, coaches will lead the mini-activities they planned in Part 1.
Though open to all Triathlon Ontario members, this course is one of those in the new Triathlon Community Coaching Pathway. As such, it’s particularly suited for those coaches looking to coach beginner, recreational, and age-group athletes, and those coaches working toward NCCP Community certification.
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

NCCP Community Triathlon Coach Part 1 Details
Format: Online, Zoom. Coaches must have the capability to participate meaningfully via the Zoom platform, including a sufficiently-robust internet connection to support video and a reasonably distraction-free environment. A Zoom link will be provided by email prior to the course; coaches are required to perform any installation, troubleshooting, and familiarization with the Zoom platform prior to the course start date. Breakout rooms will be used and coaches are expected to participate in group activities and complete tasks.
Membership: 2022 Triathlon Ontario Membership is required to register for this course.
Prerequisites: Coaches should complete the following before the course begins:

Ensure you have and can access a The Locker Account at coach.ca;
Complete the free eLearning activity NCCP Emergency Action Plan on The Locker.

Facilitator: Gabbi Whitlock
Course Length: 8 hrs. (Part 1)
Cost: $125.00

NCCP Adult Community Triathlon Coach Part 2 - Guelph, June 4, 2022
2022-06-04 08:00 - 16:00 | Guelph Lake Conservation, 7743 Conservation Dr., RR 4, Guelph, Ontario, N1H 6J1, Canada
Triathlon Ontario is hosting an NCCP Adult Community Triathlon Coach Part 2 course in Guelph, Ontario.
This course is delivered in a one-day, in-person format, with coaches delivering practices to their fellow coaches using the skills learned in Part 1.
The course covers the modules Coaching and Assessing Triathlon Skills and Coaching to Events, in an adult context. It is fully valid to complete Part 2 of the NCCP Community Triathlon Coach course.
This course is open to all coaches who have completed either NCCP Community Youth Triathlon Coach or NCCP Community Triathlon Coach – Part 1.

Saturday, June 4, 2022: 8:00am – 4:00pm.
Guelph Lake Conservation Area
Main Beach
7743 Conservation Rd RR4, Guelph, ON N1H 6J1

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 club, workout, clinic, or camp sanctioned by Triathlon Ontario.
The triathlon coaching pathway has recently been updated, so this is an all-new course featuring new material and an updated practical component.
The full course consists of Part 1 and Part 2. Coaches will need to complete both parts in order to be qualified.
Part 1 includes the module Coaching Beginner and Age Group Triathletes and is delivered either in-person or online.
Part 2 includes the modules Coaching and Assessing Triathlon Skills and Coaching to Events and is delivered in-person only. Part 2 is available in both the adult or the youth contexts. During Part 2, coaches will lead the mini-activities they planned in Part 1.
Though open to all Triathlon Ontario members, this course is one of those in the new Triathlon Community Coaching Pathway. As such, it’s particularly suited for those coaches looking to coach beginner, recreational, and age-group athletes, and those coaches working toward NCCP Community certification.
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

Course Details
Format: Live, in-person. Coaches will need to bring triathlon equipment and participate in physical activity.
Location:
Guelph Lake Conservation Area
Main Beach
7743 Conservation Rd RR4, Guelph, ON N1H 6J1
Course will move a short distance to various sport venues.
Membership: 2021 Triathlon Ontario Membership is required to register for this course.
Prerequisites: Coaches should complete the following before the course begins:

Ensure you can access your The Locker account at coach.ca;
Complete the free eLearning activity NCCP Emergency Action Plan on The Locker.
NCCP Community Triathlon Coach, either the full course or Part 1.

Recommended: Coaches will need to complete the following before running sanctioned workouts:

NCCP Make Ethical Decisions Online Evaluation;
Valid Criminal Reference Check (CRC) for Vulnerable Sector (VSS) or Enhanced Police Information Check (E-PIC).

Facilitator: Gabbi Whitlock.
Course Length: 8 hours.
Cost: $125.

NCCP Adult Community Triathlon Coaching Course Parts 1 & 2 - Guelph
2022-12-03 08:00 - 2022-12-04 17:00 | University of Guelph Mitchell Athletic Centre, 50 Stone Road East, Guelph, Ontario, N1G 2W1, Canada
Triathlon Ontario is hosting an NCCP Adult Community Triathlon Coach Part 1 & 2 course in Guelph, Ontario.
This course is delivered in a two-day, in-person format, with coaches learning the basics of triathlon coaching, then delivering practices to their fellow coaches using the skills learned.
The course covers the modules Coaching Beginner and Age-Group Triathletes, Coaching and Assessing Triathlon Skills, and Coaching to Events, in an adult context. It is fully valid to complete both parts 1 and 2 of the NCCP Community Triathlon Coach course.
This course is open to all Triathlon Ontario members.
We also welcome out-of-province coaches who are members of their home triathlon organization.

Saturday December 3 and Sunday December 4, 2022
8:00am – 4:00pm
W. F. Mitchell Athletics Centre
168 Trent Ln, Guelph, ON N1G 4Z8

Triathlon Officials' Course - PTO 1 / PTO2 - Barrie, August 12
2023-08-12 07:00 - 12:00 | Barrie Cenntenial Park, 65 Lakeshore Road, Barrie, Ontario, L4N 2M6, Canada
Triathlon Ontario is looking for some dedicated people interested in giving back to the sport as Provincial Technical Officials.
Triathlon Officials are volunteers who help run the sport, keeping triathlon safe and fair for everyone. It’s not always easy job and it requires a degree of professionalism other volunteer positions don’t, but it offers many unique opportunities for those with the interest, attitude and energy required. Officiating is a fun and rewarding volunteer activity, and officials are essential for safe, fair events.
Triathlon Ontario is offering a Provincial Triathlon Official Level 1 Course Saturday, August 12 in Barrie, Ontario. This entry-level course is the first step on the officials’ development pathway and prepares candidates to officiate in triathlon.
No previous experience is necessary, although familiarity with the sport of triathlon is a definite asset.
You must be 16 years of age by December 31, and a current Triathlon Ontario annual member in good standing to take this course.
The course fee is $25. All candidates receive a rule book. Candidates who complete the course and go on to complete the two races job-shadowing will be qualified PTO (Provincial Technical Official Level 1), and their course fee is refunded. Qualified officials also receive all their officiating gear and a complimentary Triathlon Ontario membership each year they officiate.

Course Details
Provincial Triathlon Official Level 1 (PTO1)
Saturday, August 12, 7:00am – 12:00pm

Cost: $25 (Refunded on Qualification)
To bring: Pen, note paper
Candidates will need to complete the classroom session as well as job shadowing at two (2) provincially-sanctioned races in order to receive their qualification. Candidates can choose to job shadow at any race, however this course is scheduled so that interested candidates may complete their first job shadowing at the Barrie Triathlon the following day.
Candidates will be provided a rule book and some nifty Officials’ swag.

Registration
Registration is online with CCN. Click here to register.

Who should take this course?
Race volunteers: If you’re the kind of person who volunteers at races, why not so so in a professional capacity?
Family members: If you’re driving to races anyway with family members involved in the sport, consider being right on the course as an official.
Local Organizing Committee members: You can really help your organization put on races by learning the official’s job.
Coaches: This course is also recommended for coaches: not only is it valuable professional development, but it gets you credit towards NCCP certification.
Club members: Qualified officials are valuable members of any triathlon club, who can be a great help to other members with rules and qualification questions.
Paratriathletes, handlers, and coaches: Paratriathlon has a lot of rules. If Ontario is to run paratriathlon races, we need officials trained in para. This course is the first step.
Motorcyclists: Like to ride? Moto officials ride around the bike course, looking out for athlete safety and the occasional drafting violation. It’s a great way to spend some time on your motorcycle while supporting a great sport.

What’s officiating like?
Officials start as Secondary Officials, officiating different positions to help the Head Official. Secondary officials might be on the mount/dismount line, starting the swim, watching for safety in transition, or on the back of a motorcycle on the bike course.
Officials answer a lot of questions from athletes, usually starting with “Do I have to…” They help athletes find where they need to be, solve problems, and try to keep the race running smoothly. Officials represent Triathlon Ontario, and work with Race Directors and race staff to make sure races are safe and fair.
Officials often travel to races, which means some very early mornings. They often stay in town for two-day events. Although they can choose which races they’d like to do, officials are expected to officiate at at least a couple of races each year.

What’s available to Officials?
Once qualified Provincial Triathlon Official Level 1, an entire development pathway is available. As officials gain experience, they gain access to courses and training that lead to further qualifications and officiating at more elite races. Canadian triathlon officials go as far as officiating at Pan-Am Games, Commonwealth Games, World Championships, and the Olympics. Some courses available:

Provincial Technical Official Level 2 (Head Official)
National Technical Official
Continental Technical Official
International Technical Official

Triathlon Ontario provides the gear required and a complementary membership for all active officials.

Questions?
For questions about this course, please contact Mike Mahoney, technical@triathlonontario.com.

Provincial Development Program Seminar Series
2023-11-30 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-01-25 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-02-29 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-03-21 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-04-18 18:00 - 19:00 | Online
Triathlon Ontario, the recognized Provincial Sport Governing Body for Multisport, announced the launch of the Provincial Development Program‘s free online seminar series focusing on nutrition and injury prevention and wellness. The seminars will be led by experts in each field.
The series is open to all 14-23 year old athletes on the development pathway and their coaches. The seminars are a component of the Provincial Development Program and are intended to enhance existing training environments of all athletes. These are not intended for Age Group athletes.

ScheduleNovember 30th 6:00pmDecember 21st 6:00pmJanuary 25th 6:00pmFebruary 29th 6:00pmMarch 21st 6:00pmApril 18th 6:00pm

Provincial Development Program Seminar Series
2023-12-21 18:00 - 19:00 | Zwift – Online, Canada

NCCP Community Triathlon Coach Part 1 - Online
2024-02-04 08:00 - 12:00 | Online
Triathlon Ontario is hosting an NCCP Community Triathlon Coach Part 1 course online utilizing the Zoom platform.
Dates & Times: This course is offered in two sessions of four hours each over two days. All sessions are required in order to complete Part 1.
Dates Changed:
Sunday, February 4, 2024: 8:00am – 12:00pm;
Sunday, February 11, 2024: 8:00am – 12:00pm.
This course comprises Part 1 of the two-part course NCCP Community Triathlon Coach, including the module Coaching Beginner and Age Group Triathletes.
Coaches will cover safety, coaching philosophy, planning workouts, and designing programs for triathletes. Part 1 prepares coaches to complete activity plans and Emergency Action plans in swim, bike, run and transition, which will be used in Part 2.
This Part 1 session is completely online; no sport equipment is required. Coaches will need to dress comfortably enough to do a series of simple stretches and exercises.
As an online course, this session is particularly suited for coaches who are located in remote areas or who would have to travel extensively to attend a course in the 401/400 corridor.

Update, January 24, 2024:
This course is fully booked, however we have added another course February 25 & March 3. Click here to register for the new course.

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 club, workout, clinic, or camp sanctioned by Triathlon Ontario.
The triathlon coaching pathway has recently been updated, so this is an all-new course featuring new material and an updated practical component.
The full course consists of Part 1 and Part 2. Coaches will need to complete both parts in order to be qualified. Part 2 includes the modules Coaching and Assessing Triathlon Skills and Coaching to Events and is delivered a one-day, in-person course. During Part 2, coaches will lead the mini-activities they planned in Part 1.
Though open to all Triathlon Ontario members, this course is one of those in the new Triathlon Community Coaching Pathway. As such, it’s particularly suited for those coaches looking to coach beginner, recreational, and age-group athletes, and those coaches working toward NCCP Community certification.
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

NCCP Community Triathlon Coach Part 1 Details
Format: Online, Zoom. Coaches must have the capability to participate meaningfully via the Zoom platform, including a sufficiently-robust internet connection to support video and a reasonably distraction-free environment. A Zoom link will be provided by email prior to the course; coaches are required to perform any installation, troubleshooting, and familiarization with the Zoom platform prior to the course start date. Breakout rooms will be used and coaches are expected to participate in group activities and complete tasks. Cameras will be required to be on.
Membership: Current Triathlon Ontario 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 The Locker Account at coach.ca;
Complete the free eLearning activity NCCP Emergency Action Plan on The Locker; and,
Complete the free concussion awareness course Making Head Way on the Locker.

Facilitators: John Cameron, Tanya Deeks
Course Length: 8 hrs. (Part 1)
Injuries: We can accommodate almost any injury or limitation. Coaches with injury or athletic limitations should absolutely sign up – in fact, recovery is a great time to take a coaching course. This actually improves the course, as much of what coaches do relates to modifying exercises to accommodate injured athletes. For practical sessions, we will asign groups of coaches based on similar ability.
Cost: $125.00

Update, January 24, 2024:
This course is fully booked, however we have added another course February 25 & March 3. Click here to register for the new course.

NCCP Adult Community Triathlon Coaching Course Parts 1 & 2 - Toronto
2024-03-16 08:00 - 2024-03-17 16:00 | Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre, Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre, 875 Morningside Avenue, Ontario, M1C 0C7, Canada
Triathlon Ontario is hosting an NCCP Adult Community Triathlon Coach Part 1 & 2 course in Toronto, Ontario.
This course is delivered in a two-day, in-person format, with coaches learning the basics of triathlon coaching, then delivering practices to their fellow coaches using the skills learned.
The course covers the modules Coaching Beginner and Age-Group Triathletes, Coaching and Assessing Triathlon Skills, and Coaching to Events, in an adult context. It is fully valid to complete both parts 1 and 2 of the NCCP Community Triathlon Coach course.
This course is open to all Triathlon Ontario members.
We also welcome out-of-province coaches who are members of their home triathlon organization.

Saturday March 16 and Sunday March 17 2024
8:00am – 4:00pm

Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre
875 Morningside Ave, Toronto, ON M1C 0C7

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 club, workout, clinic, or camp sanctioned by Triathlon Ontario.
The triathlon coaching pathway has recently been updated, so this is an all-new course featuring new material and an updated practical component.
The full course consists of Part 1 and Part 2. Coaches will need to complete both parts in order to be qualified.
Part 1 includes the module Coaching Beginner and Age Group Triathletes and is delivered either in-person or online.
Part 2 includes the modules Coaching and Assessing Triathlon Skills and Coaching to Events and is delivered in-person only. Part 2 is available in both the adult or the youth contexts. During Part 2, coaches will lead the mini-activities they planned in Part 1.
Though open to all Triathlon Ontario members, this course is one of those in the new Triathlon Community Coaching Pathway. As such, it’s particularly suited for those coaches looking to coach beginner, recreational, and age-group athletes, and those coaches working toward NCCP Community certification.
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

Course Details
Saturday March 16 and Sunday March 17 2024
8:00am – 4:00pm

Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre
875 Morningside Ave, Toronto, ON M1C 0C7

Format: Live, in-person. Coaches will need to bring triathlon equipment and participate in physical activity.
Course will be based out of the Leadership Room on the lower level and move a short distance to various sport venues in the building.
Membership: Current Triathlon Ontario Membership, or membership in your home province, is required to register for this course. Out-of-province coaches please contact Triathlon Ontario by email in order to register.
Prerequisites: Coaches should complete the following before the course begins:

Ensure you have and can access a The Locker Account at coach.ca;
Complete the free eLearning activity NCCP Emergency Action Plan on The Locker; and,
Complete the free concussion awareness course Making Head Way on the Locker.

Recommended: Coaches will need to complete the following before running sanctioned workouts, however they can be completed after Part 2:

Complete the NCCP multisport module NCCP Make Ethical Decisions.
Valid Criminal Reference Check for Vulnerable Sector (VSS) or Enhanced Police Information Check (E-PIC). Email Triathlon Ontario for a link to obtain.

Facilitator: Ayesha Rollinson.
Course Length: 16 hours.
Cost: $275.
Note: Coaches who have previously completed Part 1 Online may choose to complete Part 2 only on Sunday.

NCCP Adult Community Triathlon Coach Part 2 - Ottawa
2024-03-30 09:00 - 17:00 | Peak Centre for Human Performance – Ottawa, 1565 Maple Grove Road, Kanata, Ontario, K2V 1A3, Canada
Triathlon Ontario is hosting an NCCP Adult Community Triathlon Coach Part 2 course in Ottawa, Ontario.
This course is delivered in a one-day, in-person format, with coaches delivering practices to their fellow coaches using the skills learned in Part 1.
The course covers the modules Coaching and Assessing Triathlon Skills and Coaching to Events, in an adult context. It is fully valid to complete Part 2 of the NCCP Community Triathlon Coach course.
This course is open to all coaches who have completed either NCCP Community Youth Triathlon Coach or NCCP Community Triathlon Coach – Part 1.
Peak Centre for Human Performance – 340 Terry Fox Dr Unit 100, Ottawa, ON K2K 3A2
Nepean Sportsplex, 1701 Woodroffe Ave, Nepean, ON K2G 1W2

Course will move a short distance to various sport venues.

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 club, workout, clinic, or camp sanctioned by Triathlon Ontario.
The triathlon coaching pathway has recently been updated, so this is an all-new course featuring new material and an updated practical component.
The full course consists of Part 1 and Part 2. Coaches will need to complete both parts in order to be qualified.
Part 1 includes the module Coaching Beginner and Age Group Triathletes and is delivered either in-person or online.
Part 2 includes the modules Coaching and Assessing Triathlon Skills and Coaching to Events and is delivered in-person only. Part 2 is available in both the adult or the youth contexts. During Part 2, coaches will lead the mini-activities they planned in Part 1.
Though open to all Triathlon Ontario members, this course is one of those in the new Triathlon Community Coaching Pathway. As such, it’s particularly suited for those coaches looking to coach beginner, recreational, and age-group athletes, and those coaches working toward NCCP Community certification.
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

Course Details
Format: Live, in-person. Coaches will need to bring triathlon equipment and participate in physical activity.
Location:
Saturday, March 30: 9:00am – 5:00pm.
Peak Centre for Human Performance – 340 Terry Fox Dr Unit 100, Ottawa, ON K2K 3A2
Nepean Sportsplex, 1701 Woodroffe Ave, Nepean, ON K2G 1W2
Course will start at Peak Centre and move to the Sportsplex for the afternoon.
Course will move a short distance to various sport venues.
Membership: 2024 Triathlon Ontario Membership is required to register for this course.
Prerequisites: Coaches should complete the following before the course begins:

Ensure you can access your The Locker account at coach.ca;
Complete the free eLearning activity NCCP Emergency Action Plan on The Locker.
NCCP Community Triathlon Coach Part 1, or NCCP Youth Triathlon Coach.

Recommended: Coaches will need to complete the following before running sanctioned workouts, however they can be completed after Part 2:

NCCP Make Ethical Decisions Online Evaluation;
Valid Criminal Reference Check (CRC) for Vulnerable Sector (VSS) or Enhanced Police Information Check (E-PIC).

Facilitator: John Cameron, Tanya Deeks
Course Length: 8 hours.
Cost: $125.

Triathlon Officials' Course - PTO 1 - Gravenhurst
2024-06-08 07:00 - 12:00 | Muskoka Wharf Sports Field, 1100 Bay Street, Gravenhurst, Ontario, P1P 1G7, Canada
Triathlon Ontario is looking for some dedicated people interested in giving back to the sport as Provincial Triathlon Officials.
Triathlon Officials are volunteers who help run the sport, keeping triathlon safe and fair for everyone. It’s not an easy job, but it offers a very rewarding experience and many unique opportunities for those with the interest, attitude and energy required.
Triathlon Ontario is offering a Provincial Triathlon Official Level 1 Course Saturday, June 8th, Gravenhurst, Ontario. This entry-level course is the first step on the officials’ development pathway and prepares candidates to officiate their first triathlon.
No previous experience is necessary, although familiarity with the sport of triathlon is a definite asset. The course is free, and once fully qualified, officials are provided a complementary Triathlon Ontario membership.

Course Details
Provincial Triathlon Official Level 1 (PTO1)
Saturday, June 8, 7:00 am – 12:00 pm
Muskoka Wharf Sports Field, 861 Bay St, Gravenhurst, ON
Cost: Free
To bring: Pen, note paper
Candidates will need to complete the classroom session as well as job shadowing at two (2) provincially-sanctioned races in order to receive their qualification. Candidates can choose to job shadow at any race, however this course is scheduled so that interested candidates may complete their first job shadowing at the same venue the following day.
Candidates will be provided a rule book and some nifty officials’ swag.

Who should take this course?
Race volunteers: If you’re the kind of person who volunteers at races, why not so so in a professional capacity?
Family members: If you’re driving to races anyway with family members involved in the sport, consider being right on the course as an official.
Local Organizing Committee members: You can really help your organization put on races by learning the official’s job.
Coaches: This course is also recommended for prospective coaches, not only because upcoming changes require all NCCP coaches to take it, but also as valuable professional development.
Club members: Qualified officials are also valuable members of any triathlon club, who can be a great help to other members with rules and qualification questions.
Paratriathletes, handlers, and coaches: Paratriathlon has a lot of rules. If Ontario is to run paratriathlon races, we need officials trained in Para. This course is the first step.
Motorcyclists: Like to ride? Moto officials ride around the bike course, looking out for athlete safety and the occasional drafting violation. It’s a great way to spend some time on your motorcycle while supporting a great sport.

What’s officiating like?
Officials start as Secondary Officials, officiating different positions to help the Head Official. Secondary officials might be on the mount/dismount line, starting the swim, watching for safety in transition, or on the back of a motorcycle on the bike course.
Officials answer a lot of questions from athletes, usually starting with “Do I have to…” They help athletes find where they need to be, solve problems, and try to keep the race running smoothly. Officials represent Triathlon Ontario, and work with Race Directors and race staff to make sure races are safe and fair.
Officials often travel to races, which means some very early mornings. They often stay in town for two-day events. Although they can choose which races they’d like to do, officials are expected to officiate at at least a couple of races each year.

What’s available to Officials?
Once qualified Provincial Triathlon Official Level 1, an entire development pathway is available. As officials gain experience, they gain access to courses and training that lead to further qualifications and officiating at more elite races. Some courses available:

Provincial Triathlon Official Level 2 (Head Official)
National Triathlon Official
Continental Triathlon Official

Triathlon Ontario provides the gear required and a complementary membership for all active officials.

Questions?
For questions about this course, please contact Mike Mahoney, technical@triathlonontario.com.

Provincial Development Program Seminar Series 25/26
2025-11-27 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-01-08 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-03-26 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-04-23 18:00 - 19:00 | Online
November 27 2025 – April 22 2026

As part of Triathlon Ontario’s Provincial Development Program a series of free online seminars is being offered to all of the province’s developmental athletes and coaches.
Participants only need to register once and then Triathlon Ontario will create an email database of interested athletes and coaches, sending the information for each seminar.
Seminar Schedule:

November 27th – Strength Training for Endurance Sports – The first seminar will focus on the importance of strength training and selecting exercises for a strength program.
January 8th – Mental Performance Training for Sport Performance
January 29th – Strength Training for Endurance Sports
February 26th – Mental Performance Training for Sport Performance
March 26th – Strength Training for Endurance Sports
April 23rd – Mental Performance Training for Sport Performance

NCCP Community Triathlon Coach Course - Part 1 - Online
2026-01-25 08:00 - 2026-02-15 10:00 | Online
Triathlon Ontario is hosting an NCCP Community Triathlon Coach Part 1 course online on the Zoom platform.
This course comprises Part 1 of the two-part course NCCP Community Triathlon Coach, including the module Coaching Beginner and Age Group Triathletes.
Part 1 is delivered in an online format, over four Sundays, 8:00 – 10:00am, for a total of 8 hours of instruction.
Coaches will cover safety, coaching philosophy, planning workouts, designing programs for triathletes, and running practices. Part 1 prepares coaches to complete activity plans and Emergency Action plans in swim, bike, run and transition, which will be used in Part 2.
This Part 1 session is completely online; no sport equipment is required. Coaches will need to dress comfortably enough to do a series of simple stretches and exercises.
As an online course, this session is particularly suited for coaches who are located in remote areas or who would have to travel extensively to attend a course in the 401/400 corridor.
This course is open to all Triathlon Ontario members.
We also welcome out-of-province coaches who are members of their home triathlon organization. Out-of-province coaches please email technical@triathlonontario.com to arrange registration.
Sunday, January 25, 2026: 8:00am – 10:00am;
Sunday, February 1, 2026: 8:00am – 10:00am;
Sunday, February 8, 2026: 8:00am – 10:00am; and
Sunday, February 15, 2026: 8:00am – 10:00am.
Please note that coaches will need to attend the entirety of all sessions to complete Part 1.
Those completing Part 1 will be eligible to attend Part 2 (practical, in-person).

NCCP Community Triathlon Coach is the starting point for triathlon coaches, and completion is the primary requirement to run a club, workout, clinic, or camp sanctioned by Triathlon Ontario.
The triathlon coaching pathway has recently been updated, so this is an all-new course featuring new material and an updated practical component.
The full course consists of Part 1 and Part 2. Coaches will need to complete both parts in order to be qualified. Part 1 includes the module Coaching Beginner and Age Group Triathletes and is delivered either online or in-person. Part 2 includes the modules Coaching and Assessing Triathlon Skills and Coaching to Events and is delivered as a one-day, in-person course. During Part 2, coaches will lead the mini-activities they planned in Part 1.
Open to all Triathlon Ontario members, this course is one of those in the new Triathlon Community Coaching Pathway. As such, it’s particularly suited for those looking to get started as a triathlon coach, and those coaches working toward NCCP Community certification.
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

NCCP Community Triathlon Coach Part 1 Details
Format: Online, Zoom. Coaches must have the capability to participate meaningfully via the Zoom platform, including a sufficiently-robust internet connection to support video and a reasonably distraction-free environment. A Zoom link will be provided by email prior to the course; coaches are required to perform any installation, troubleshooting, and familiarization with the Zoom platform prior to the course start date. Breakout rooms will be used and coaches are expected to participate in group activities and complete tasks. Cameras will be required to be on.
Membership: Current Triathlon Ontario Membership, or membership in your home province is required to register for this course.
Prerequisites: Coaches should complete the following before the course begins:

Create or ensure you can access your The Locker account at coach.ca;
Complete the free eLearning activity NCCP Understanding Rule of Two on The Locker;
Complete the free eLearning activity NCCP Safesport – Direct Athlete Contact on The Locker;
Complete the free eLearning activity NCCP Making Head Way on The Locker; and
Complete the free eLearning activity NCCP Emergency Action Plan on The Locker.

Recommended: Coaches will need to complete the following before running sanctioned workouts, however they can be completed after Part 2:

Complete NCCP Make Ethical Decisions & Online Evaluation.
Valid Criminal Reference Check for Vulnerable Sector (VSS) or Enhanced Police Information Check (E-PIC).

Facilitators: Teresa Pitek, Tanya Deeks.
Course Length: 8 hrs. (Part 1)
Injuries: We can accommodate almost any injury or limitation. Coaches with injury or athletic limitations should absolutely sign up – in fact, recovery is a great time to take a coaching course. This actually improves the course, as much of what coaches do relates to modifying exercises to accommodate injured athletes. For practical sessions, we will asign groups of coaches based on similar ability.
Cost: $125.00

Registrants will receive a confirmation email with details, timings, and links.

Questions? Please contact:

Mike Mahoney
Triathlon Ontario
technical@triathlonontario.com

Provincial Development Program Seminar Series 25/26
2026-01-29 18:00 - 19:00 | Online
November 27 2025 – April 22 2026

As part of Triathlon Ontario’s Provincial Development Program a series of free online seminars is being offered to all of the province’s developmental athletes and coaches.
Participants only need to register once and then Triathlon Ontario will create an email database of interested athletes and coaches, sending the information for each seminar.
Seminar Schedule:

November 27th – Strength Training for Endurance Sports – The first seminar will focus on the importance of strength training and selecting exercises for a strength program.January 8th – Mental Performance Training for Sport Performance
January 29th – Strength Training for Endurance Sports
February 26th – Mental Performance Training for Sport Performance
March 26th – Strength Training for Endurance Sports
April 23rd – Mental Performance Training for Sport Performance

NCCP Community Triathlon Coach Parts 1 & 2 - Hamilton - June 27 & 28, 2026
2026-06-27 09:00 - 2026-06-28 17:00 | F.H. Sherman Recreation and Learning Centre (Dofasco Rec Park), 388 First Rd E, Stoney Creek, Ontario, L8J 2X3, Canada
Triathlon Ontario has partnered with the Coaching Association of Ontario to host this NCCP Community Triathlon Coach Part 1 & 2 course in Stoney Creek (Hamilton), Ontario, as part of the NCCP Super Clinic!
This course is delivered in a two-day, in-person format, with coaches learning the basics of triathlon coaching, then delivering practices to their fellow coaches using the skills learned.
Coaches who have already completed Part 1 may register for Part 2 only.
The course covers the modules Coaching Beginner and Age-Group Triathletes, Coaching and Assessing Triathlon Skills, and Coaching to Events, in an adult context. It is fully valid to complete both parts 1 and 2 of the NCCP Community Triathlon Coach course.
This course is open to all Triathlon Ontario members. Non-members may join during registration.
We also welcome out-of-province coaches who are members of their home triathlon organization.

Saturday June 27 and Sunday June 28, 2026
9:00am – 5:00pm

F.H. Sherman Recreation and Learning Centre (Dofasco Rec Park)
388 First Rd E, Stoney Creek, ON L8J 2X3

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 club, workout, clinic, or camp sanctioned by Triathlon Ontario.
The triathlon coaching pathway has recently been updated, so this is an updated course featuring new material and an updated pathway.
The full course consists of Part 1 and Part 2. Coaches will need to complete both parts in order to be qualified.
Part 1 includes the module Coaching Beginner and Age Group Triathletes and is delivered either in-person or online.
Part 2 includes the modules Coaching and Assessing Triathlon Skills and Coaching to Events and is delivered in-person only. Part 2 is available in both the adult or the youth contexts. During Part 2, coaches will lead the mini-activities they planned in Part 1.
Though open to all Triathlon Ontario members, this course is one of those in the Triathlon Community Coaching Pathway. As such, it’s particularly suited for those coaches looking to coach beginner, recreational, and age-group athletes, and those coaches working toward NCCP Community certification.
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

Course Details
Saturday June 27 and Sunday June 28, 2026
9:00am – 5:00pm

F.H. Sherman Recreation and Learning Centre (Dofasco Rec Park)
388 First Rd E, Stoney Creek, ON L8J 2X3

Format: Live, in-person. Coaches will need to bring triathlon equipment and participate in light physical activity.

Course will move a short distance by vehicle to a nearby pool venue. Assistance will be provided for coaches who do not have a vehicle present.
Membership: 2026 Triathlon Ontario Membership, or home provincial membership, is required to register for this course. Out-of-province coaches please contact Triathlon Ontario by email in order to register.
Prerequisites: Coaches should complete the following before the course begins:

Create or ensure you can access your The Locker account at coach.ca;
Complete the free eLearning activity NCCP Understanding Rule of Two on The Locker;
Complete the free eLearning activity NCCP Safesport – Direct Athlete Contact on The Locker;
Complete the free eLearning activity NCCP Making Head Way on The Locker; and
Complete the free eLearning activity NCCP Emergency Action Plan on The Locker;

Recommended: Coaches will need to complete the following before running sanctioned workouts, however they can be completed after Part 2:

Complete NCCP Make Ethical Decisions.
Valid Criminal Reference Check for Vulnerable Sector (VSS) or Enhanced Police Information Check (E-PIC).

Facilitators:
To be confirmed
Course Length: 16 hours.
Cost: Due to special arrangement with the Coaching Association of Ontario, this course is available at a reduced cost.
Parts 1 and 2: $275 $125;
Part 2 only (for coaches who have already completed Part 1 online): $125 $60
Note: Coaches who have previously completed Part 1 Online may choose to complete Part 2 only on Sunday.
