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SWIM RIDE RUN FUN
CAIRNS CROCS
TRIATHLON CLUB INC.
Information for Juniors
Cairns Crocs Triathlon Club Inc.
P.O. Box 6401 Cairns Qld. 4870
WELCOME
COMMITTEE FOR 2012
Position Name Role e-mail
President Luke Johnston IT and Website president@cairnscrocs.org.au
Secretary Anthony Lucas ajhslucas2@bigpond.com
Treasurer Matthew Carmen Newsletter matt.carman85@yahoo.com.au
Vice President Joanna Carmen Marketing and sponsorship joanna.carman@yahoo.com.au
Committee member Andrew Butler Juniors butlerpieltain@bigpond.com
Committee member Gavin Butler Membership clinic@butlersbodyinbalance.com.au
Committee member Jonathan Hardy Race Calendar lihirhardys@yahoo.com.au
Committee member Pippa Keith Equipment pippa.keith@yahoo.co.uk
JUNIORS IN TRIATLON
Juniors are classified as anybody under the age of 19 as of the 31st December within the current year
(note that Junior age determination is age as of the 31st December within the current season rather
than the actual current age of the athlete).
Triathlon is a great all round sport for kids and they can participate from a young age. Many come to
the sport via their interest or ability in one of the individual disciplines such as swimming or running,
but many will develop a love of the sport and describe themselves as triathletes. Our aim as a club and
your role are parents and care givers is to inspire the beginning of a life long passion for the sport of
triathlon. It is a sport that can be enjoyed throughout an active life.
As with all junior sport, the most important aspect is participation and enjoyment. Not all kids will
achieve State or National representative level, but all should be encouraged to participate, stay fit and
healthy, improve their skills and performance and above all have fun doing it. We also need to be able
to recognise, reward and encourage potential where it exists and provide opportunities for talented
juniors to excel.
WHAT’S INVOLVED
Equipment
Some parents are put off by the apparent cost of equipment, especially the bike. Anybody using any
bike can have a go. The only limitation is that the bike is safe, roadworthy and has two working
brakes. Mountain bikes are fine for participation and training until the junior athlete is sure this is
something they want to take further. Second hand equipment is a good choice – many current Juniors
started out on second bikes. Just ask around at training sessions or at races. Some bike shops may also
have second hand or reconditioned bikes for sale.
The Club also has a number of road bikes of varying sizes that can be hired for training sessions or
racing. This can be a low cost option if you are not sure if your child will take to the sport in the long
term. Conditions apply and the fee structure is provided below. If you are interested please contact the
juniors representative.
Club members bike hire fee
Number of training sessions or Fee applicable ($)
races booked First child in family Subsequent child
1 5 4
2 10 8
3 13 10
4 (max) 15 12
Non-members bike hire fee
Number of training sessions or Fee applicable ($)
races booked First child in family Subsequent child
1 10 8
2 20 16
3 26 20
4 (max) 30 24
One issue that parents must be aware of is gear restrictions. It is recommended that bikes are adjusted
so that juniors do not try to use gear ratios that are too hard. Growing limbs and joints can be put
under too much strain if they are trying to overcome the resistance of pushing hard gears. This can
lead to injury. Gear restrictions (also called the “roll out”) are mandatory for all athletes who attend
the State School Championships.
The following roll outs apply:
U13: 5.5m
U15: 6.0m
U17: 6.5m
U19: 7.93m
Roll out refers to the distance travelled by the bike for one rotation of the pedals. The distance
travelled should not exceed the above distances for each age group. To check whether your bike meets
these limits you will need a tape measure and a marker. Start with one crank (the arm of the pedal)
pointing straight down over the zero point on the tape. Push the bike in a straight line until the same
crank is again pointing straight down. The distance on the tape at this point is your "roll-out". If your
roll out exceeds the limit, talk to your local bike and they will be able to help (Pump n Pedals, our
major sponsor, is familiar with roll out requirements for Juniors and can make the changes required –
4051 6853). It may mean for many juniors that the large sprocket (the front cog) cannot be used at all
and will be “locked out” so it cannot be accessed.
You will see many of the older athletes using aero-bars that allow them to get down into an aerodynamic position. It is Triathlon Australia (TA) policy that they are only allowed in competition use for 14yrs and over. This policy will be applied at all of our events. Another thing to consider as Juniors start to build up bike training loads is having a proper bike fit. Getting the seat height right is not the only thing you have to think about. Adjustments to things such as horizontal and vertical seat position, seat type and size, foot position, crank length, handlebar width and height, stem lengths can all make a big difference to finding a good riding position. A proper bike fit by a competent person is a great investment and great value for money and is highly recommended. It will improve efficiency and performance for a small cost and help to minimise the risk of injury. Clothing It can sometimes be daunting knowing what to buy for kids for training and competition as it is hard to find good quality triathlon specific clothing in junior sizes. The most important thing is for it to be comfortable. Clothing for bricks training (ie involving two or more disciplines combined) requires some thought to make sure young athletes are safe and comfortable. In racing the chest must be covered for the bike and run. There are a few options. It is possible to use compression type clothing (Performax, Skins etc) with shorts and top combination. Surf rash shirts are also OK. These are good options for those who are not sure if the sport is going to be something they will take up long term as the gear can be used for other training. Pump and Pedals in Cairns (our Clubs major sponsor www.pumpnpedals.com.au) has a range of gear for juniors including riding gear and tri suits. Club members get a discount. Great gear, looks good and supports a local business. Another popular supplier is “In2Tri” (www.in2tri.com.au) based in SE Queensland and a sponsor of Triathlon Queensland. They have developed a great looking range of gear for kids that is comfortable and hard wearing and well priced (and TQ members get a discount). Training Many parents worry about how much training their child should be doing. This really depends on the individual, their level of fitness, their strengths and weaknesses and their goals. As mentioned previously, participation and enjoyment are the key and the workload should not drive kids out of the sport. School must also take priority (though not all coaches will see it that way!), not many people make a living out of triathlon. Junior Development is the responsibility of each State organisation, but TA produced a general guideline in 2005 (Triathlon Australia National Junior Development Framework, 2005) that is still useful. However it is a guide only and is not a minimum requirement for all junior triathletes. Talk to coaches – some will be able to provide a tailor made programme for anybody who is keen on taking their sport to the next level. The age / development stage groups used in the TA framework reproduced in the following table should be taken in context of where the athlete is in terms of development and goals. Age ranges are indicative only and, again depend on the athlete’s background, physical and emotional maturity. If a junior athlete is interested only in participating at club level in shorter races, then that’s fine and a Club Level intensity training load would allow them to achieve this regardless of age.
TA Guidance on training loads (based on Triathlon Australia National Junior Development Framework 2005)
Development goal Indicative Training volume Training load (sessions per week Skill emphasis Competition load Education /
age – p/w development
CLUB LEVEL / 10 years 3 – 5 sessions per SWIM: 1-2 sessions p/w of 2 – 3 SWIM: Freestyle Triathlons at club level Learning the basics skills
RECREATIONAL +/- 2 years week kms (more or less depending on technique, kicking, (race distances as per of the sport and to have
(OK for background) breathing, timing, TA Age Rules – see “fun” developing a love of
PHILOSOPHY: older Most sessions low to pacing. below). triathlon.
Develop skills and athletes moderate intensity BIKE: 1 – 2 sessions p/w, mainly
technique in a safe wanting to (aerobic) with some focused on skills (incl. riding to BIKE: Cadence Competition emphasis Encourage overall
training environment. compete speed work. school). (spinning), cornering, is on fun, skills and fitness, skills and basic
at Club braking, steering, safety. individual speed development and
Enjoyment while gaining level) RUN: 1 – 3 sessions p/w. Max 5k. improvement. movement literacy
basic fitness. Run throughs and technique drills RUN: Relaxed, arm, leg, without pressure to
body and head position. Involvement in specialise in triathlon.
TRANSITIONS/ Understanding of basic specialist sports such
BRICK: 1 session per month (or running technique drills. as Little Athletics, cross
more) as “fun” sessions. country, and Junior
TRANSITION: Swimming encouraged.
RECOVERY: At least 2 days off per Safety in transition/rules
week, or as needed. of transition Involvement in fun runs
and schools sports
encouraged.
CLUB LEVEL, 12 years 5 – 8 sessions p/w SWIM: 2-4 sessions p/w of 2 – 5km SWIM: Technique, basic Triathlons at club level Learning how to train
REGIONAL +/- 2 years plus 1-2 general (or if in swim prog - to own open water skills, (race distances as per effectively and develop a
REPRESENTATION conditioning development). changing pace, basic TA Age Rules – see solid foundation of skills,
AND ENTRY STATE sessions p/w. speed. below). speed and technique.
DEVELOPMENT BIKE: 2-4 sessions p/w (max 40km
PROGRAMS Most sessions low to per session or 1 ½ hrs). BIKE: Cadence, Competition emphasis Development of speed
moderate (aerobic) cornering, braking, is on fun, skills and and endurance
PHILOSOPHY: intensity with some RUN: 2 – 4 sessions p/w. (max run steering, gear selection, individual concurrently.
Develop good base speed work. Strong of 10km). Speed and endurance. pedalling. improvement.
fitness, skills and speed emphasis on skills, Any quality work should be no more
and develop an pacing and than run race distance RUN: Pacing, speed Involvement in
understanding of the technique. development, strength specialist sports such
basics of training. TRANSITIONS /BRICKS: up to 1 and technique drills. as Little Athletics, cross
session p/w country, and Junior
TRANSITIONS: Swimming encouraged.
OTHER: Supervised general Development of
conditioning and body weight transitions routines, Involvement in fun runs
resistance training and flexibility equipment placement, and schools sports
training 1-2 times p/w (can be done safe entry and exit encouraged.
around run sessions). techniques.
RECOVERY: At least 2 days off per
week.
Development goal Indicative Training volume Training load (sessions per week Skill emphasis Competition load Education /
age – p/w development
CLUB LEVEL, 14 years 7-10 training SWIM: 3-5 sessions p/w of 3 -6kms SWIM: Open water skills Triathlons at club level Continuing to learn how
REGIONAL +/- 2 years sessions p/w plus per session (or relative to / pack swimming skills. (race distances as per to train with an
REPRESENTATION two general background). Should be swimming TA Age Rules – see increasing emphasis on
AND STATE conditioning with a swim coach and below). maintaining skills, ease
DEVELOPMENT sessions. BIKE: 2-5 sessions p/w (max 2 ½ hr squad if possible. of speed and technique
PROGRAMS rides). Competition emphasis in competition.
Most sessions at BIKE: Group riding skills is on fun, skills and
PHILOSOPHY: aerobic pace with a RUN: 3-6 sessions p/w (max run and riding etiquette. individual Education through State
Develop aerobic constant emphasis session of 12km). Speed and improvement. Development programs
base and skills with on technique and endurance. Any quality work should RUN: Learning the on training principles,
an increasing skills. be no more than run race distance basics of interval Advanced athletes in nutrition, recovery and
emphasis on (total for main set). training. this age group bike maintenance.
training techniques. Some speed work introducing
and introduction of TRANSITIONS / BRICKS: up to 1 TRANSITIONS: Basic competitions at junior Strong emphasis on bike
race specific work session p/w. tactical set up for sprint level. (Note must handling and bike skills.
(race speed, effective transitions. be 14 years old to race
“threshold” training) OTHER: 2 supervised general Improving speed and sprint distance). Continue to build
conditioning sessions per week smoothness of Involvement in endurance and speed
(continue as above – body weight transition. Effective specialist sports such concurrently.
resistance based). mount/dismount as cycling, athletics,
perfected. swimming and surf
RECOVERY: At least 1-2 days off encouraged.
p/w.
CLUB LEVEL AND 16 years 8 – 12 sessions p/w SWIM: minimum 3 – 6 sessions pw SWIM: Open water Triathlons at club level. Development of high
STATE JUNIOR +/- 2 years plus two-three of 3 – 6 km per session. tactically swimming. Competition emphasis level training skills with
PROGRAM LEVEL. general conditioning Awareness of stroke is skills, improvement an increasing emphasis
RACING NATIONAL sessions. BIKE : 2-5 sessions p/w (rides up to rate in pool and open and practicing racing on competition
LEVEL. 3hrs duration). water. techniques and tactics. performances.
Training sessions Athletes over 16yrs
PHILOSOPHY: more targeted at RUN: 4-7 sessions p/w (max run BIKE: Awareness and max 2x Olympic Continuing emphasis on
Preparation of athlete competition with an session of 15k). Quality work no use of tactics and distance races/yr bike skills, tactical
for entry into National increasing focus on more than 5km total for main set. change of pace in Junior sprint awareness and bike
level junior sprint periodisation and racing. competitions at State handling.
competition and long term planning. TRANSITIONS / BRICKS: 1 p/w. and National level.
successful competition RUN: Tactical running. State Junior devpt.
as Junior triathletes. Use of aerobic, OTHER: core strength work 2-3 Change of pace and Advanced athletes programs introducing self
speed, anaerobic times per week. general pacing should be active in management and
and strength training strategies. Some hill State and National monitoring/recovery
in an integrated, RECOVERY: At least one complete work for strength. Junior programs. concepts/psychological
balanced program. day off per week. skills.
Continue involvement
Consideration for in specialist sports Continue to build
integrating training in where time and interest endurance and speed
with school. permit. concurrently towards
Olympic Distance races.Details of coaching and training opportunities can be found at the Club’s website
(http://www.cairnscrocs.org.au/content/view/178/71/). Several of the sessions cater for Juniors. For
swimming, the best coaching can be found in the many swimming clubs based in the region. Go to
http://www.fnqswimming.asn.au/ for a list of local clubs. Make sure the coach understands your
child’s requirements and is willing to accommodate them in their squads.
As part of the it’s Strategic Plan, the Club has made a commitment to increasing the number of
qualified coaches in the Region and will actively support new coaches to attain accreditation. Parents
or those with an interest in junior sport who wish to apply for Level 0 or level 1 coaching
accreditation should contact the President or Junior rep.
Racing
The Club provides a range of opportunities for juniors to participate in competition or participation
events. Most racing is for 7 yrs and over and there and many opportunities for racing in 2012 for all
ages 7-19 either individually or as part of a team (see 2012 race calendar later).
Eligibility for races is age dependent and the following tables provide race distances recommended
under TA Policy. This is reflected in the age eligibility in the race calendar. Please check the calendar
before nominating a Junior for a particular event.
Junior Race distances age restrictions - TRIATHLON
Age Group Swim Bike Run Comment RELAY
(one leg of distance
Stated)
Under 7 50m 500m 100m /Novelty Event 50m/500m/100m
7yo 100m 3km 500m Non Competitive/Novelty 200m/6km/1km
8yo 100m 3km 500m Non Competitive/Novelty 200m/6km/1km
9yo 100m 3km 500m Non Competitive/Novelty 200m/6km/1km
10yo 200m 6km 1km Non Competitive/Novelty 300m/10km/2km
11yo 200m 6km 1km Non Competitive/Novelty 300m/10km/2km
12yo 300m 10km 1km Competitive 400m/15km/4km
13yo 400m 15km 2km Competitive 750m/20km/6km
14yo 750m 20km 5km Competitive 1.5km/40km/10km
15yo 1.5km 40km 10km Competitive 1.5km/40km/10km
16yo 1.5km 40km 10km Competitive 1.5km/40km/10km
17yo 1.5km 40km 10km Competitive 1.9km/90.1km/21.1k
Junior Race distances age restrictions – DUATHLON (usually Run Bike Run)
Age Group Run Bike Comment RELAY
(one leg of distance
Stated)
Under 7 100m 500m Novelty Event 100m/500m
7yo 750m 3km Non Competitive/Novelty 1km /6km
8yo 750m 3km Non Competitive/Novelty 1km /6km
9yo 750m 3km Non Competitive/Novelty 1km /6km
10yo 1.5km 6km Non Competitive/Novelty 2km/10k
11yo 1.5km 6km Non Competitive/Novelty 2km/10k
12yo 3km 10km Competitive 4km/15k
13yo 4km 15km Competitive 5km/20k
14yo 7.5km 20km Competitive 7.5km/20k
15yo 10km 40km Competitive 10km/40k
16yo 10km 40km Competitive 10km/40k
17yo 15km 40km Competitive Not statedJunior Race distances age restrictions – AQUATHLON (usually Run Swim Run)
Age Group Swim Run Comment RELAY
(one leg of distance
Stated)
Under 7 50m 100m /Novelty Event 50m/100m
7yo 100m 750m Non Competitive/Novelty 200m/1km
8yo 100m 750m Non Competitive/Novelty 200m/1km
9yo 100m 750m Non Competitive/Novelty 200m/1km
10yo 200m 1.5km Non Competitive/Novelty 300m/2km
11yo 200m 1.5km Non Competitive/Novelty 400m/4km
12yo 300m 3km Competitive 750m/6km
13yo 400m 4km Competitive 1km/8km
14yo 1km 7.5km Competitive 1.5km/10k
15yo 1.5km 10km Competitive 1.5km/10k
16yo 1.5km 10km Competitive 1.5km/10k
17yo 1.5km 15km Competitive Not stated
The Age Determination date for eligibility in the above Tables is age at 31 December in the race year
or where any distance in the race is greater than shown in the Table (e.g, 250 / 1.5 above for 11 yo),
Age Determination date will be age on race day.
Race Calender
Juniors are well catered for. This year, some races have been specifically introduced in conjunction
with events at Yorkeys Knob to cater for under 10 yrs. Older juniors are welcome to have a crack at
Enticer / Super Sprint distances subject to age. The 2012 race calendar is provided below together
with indicative age suitability. Actual age restrictions will be assessed for each event as courses are
finalised but the following is a guide to help juniors plan which races to participate in.
Event Distance and age eligibility (I –
Event Date Location
individual, T = one leg in a team)
100m/5km/1km
Club Sign On and Mini Tri Sunday 5thFebruary Smithfield Pool I = 10 yrs and over
T = 7 yrs and over
2km/10km/1km
I = 12 yrs and over
T = 10 yrs and over
Duathlon Series -1 Sunday 19thFebruary Yorkeys Knob
5km/20km/2.5km
I – 14 yrs and over
T = 13 yrs and over
Super Sprint (300m/10km/2.5km)
I – 13 yrs and over
T = 10 yrs and over (but hard on bike)
Freshwater Series -1 Sunday 11thMarch Lake Tinaroo
Sprint (750m/20km/5km)
I – 14 yrs and over
T = 13 yrs and over
2km/10km/1km
I = 12 yrs and over
T = 10 yrs and over
Duathlon Series -2 Sunday 8th April Yorkeys Knob
5km/20km/2.5km
I – 14 yrs and over
T = 13 yrs and over
Super Sprint (300m/10km/2km)
I – 13 yrs and over
T = 10 yrs and over
Freshwater Series - 2 Sunday 29th April Pete’s Bridge
Sprint (750m/20km/4km)
I – 14 yrs and over
T = 13 yrs and over
Enticer (300/10/2.5)
I/T = 10 yrs and over
Coral Coast Triathlon (USM Sprint (750m/20km/4km)
Sunday 27th May Port Douglas
event) I/T =13 yrs and over
Olympic (1.5km/40km/10km)
I/T = 15 yrs and overEvent Distance and age eligibility (I –
Event Date Location
individual, T = one leg in a team)
50m/1km/500m
Junior Challenge Cairns (USM nd I = 7-10 years (or family team)
Saturday 2 June Cairns (Lagoon)
event) 100m/3km/ 1km
I = 11-13 years
2km/80km/20km
I – 18 yrs and over
Challenge Cairns (USM event) Sunday 3rd June Cairns T = 17 yrs and over
3.8km/180km/42km
I/T = 18 yrs and over
Junior short (100m/3km/500m)
I/T – 7 yrs and over (max 15 yrs)
Junior long (200m/6km/1km)
I – 10 yrs and over (max 15 yrs)
T = 7 yrs and over
Cairns Crocs Series - 1 Sunday 1st July Yorkeys Knob Super Sprint (300m/10km/2km)
I – 13 yrs and over
T = 10 yrs and over
Sprint (750m/20km/4km)
I – 14 yrs and over
T = 13 yrs and over
Super Sprint (300m/10km/2.5km)
I – 13 yrs and over
T = 10 yrs and over
Cairns Crocs Series - 2 Sunday 29th July Mission Beach
Sprint (750m/20km/5km)
I – 14 yrs and over
T = 13 yrs and over
Super Sprint (300m/10km/2.5km)
I – 13 yrs and over
T = 10 yrs and over (but hard on bike)
Cairns Crocs Series - 3 Sunday19th August Lake Tinaroo
Sprint (750m/20km/5km)
I – 14 yrs and over
T = 13 yrs and over
Junior short (100m/3km/500m)
I/T – 7 yrs and over (max 15 yrs)
Junior long (200m/6km/1km)
I – 10 yrs and over (max 15 yrs)
T = 7 yrs and over
Cairns Crocs Series - 4 Sunday 9thSeptember Yorkeys Knob Super Sprint (300m/10km/2km)
I – 13 yrs and over
T = 10 yrs and over
Sprint (750m/20km/4km)
I – 14 yrs and over
T = 13 yrs and over
Short course1km/30km/10km
I – 15 yrs and over
T = 14 yrs and over
Tri Port Saturday29th September Port Douglas
Long course 2km/96km/20km
I – 18 yrs and over
T = 17 yrs and over
100m/5km/1km
Tri De Femme (Female and
Sunday 28thOctober Smithfield Pool I = 10 yrs and over
juniors)
T = 7 yrs and over
Movember Fund Run Sunday 11thNovember Cairns Esplanade 5km/3km/1.6km – all welcome
Aquathlon 1km/200m/1km
I = 10 yrs and over (11-12 yrs)*
Triathlon 400m / 12 km / 3km
Tinaroo Tri (incorporating
I = 13 yrs and over (13-14 yrs)*
Peninsula U19 Selection Sunday 18thNovember Lake Tinaroo
Triathlon 600m / 16km / 4km’
trials)*
I = 14 yrs and over (15-16 yrs)*
Triathlon 750m / 20km / 5km (Sprint)
I = 14 yrs and over (17-19 yrs)*
Xmas Break Team Tri
Saturday 8thDecember TBA
Up, Presentations, and AGM TBA
* NOTE: Meet is open to all-comers, not just juniors. Ages as per School Sport categories for Peninsula U19 Selection
trials qualification in brackets are age at 31 December 2013. Open events age determination is age at 31 December 2012.Peninsula Trials and State Championships
One of the biggest races on the local calendar for Juniors is the U19 Peninsula Schools Sport Trials
held in November. The race is run by the Club, but is the selection race for those wanting to represent
the Peninsula Region at the Qld School Sport State U19 Triathlon Championships usually held in
Redcliffe in February. A top six placing at the State Championships also qualifies you for a place in
the QLD State team to compete at the National School Sports Championship.
Despite being isolated from most of the action, the Peninsula Region has produced some outstanding
athletes in recent years with many top ten finishers and State and national medallists and champions.
2007 Tessa Calder Junior Female 9th
2008 Nicolas Costello Aquathlon Male 4th
Tessa Calder Junior Female 5th – State team selection and 6th at Nationals
Mariska Marnane Junior Female 9th
Joshua Pollock Junior Male 2nd – State team selection
John Ribes Junior Male 3rd – State team selection and 6th at Nationals
Matthew Pollock Junior Male 4th – State team selection
Madison Vit Intermediate Female 8th
Andrew Costello Intermediate Male 9th
2009 Joshua Pollock Junior Male State and National Champion
Matthew Pollock Junior Male 2nd – State team selection and 4th at Nationals
Chloe Felderhof Junior Female 6th
Bree Ferrow Junior Female 7th – State team selection
Madison Vit Intermediate Female 10th
2010 Emily Houston Aquathlon Female 9th
Hannah Witten Junior Female 4th – National Selection and 3rd in mixed age relay
Stephanie Ward Junior Female 10th
Adam Haug Junior Male 8th
The Club proudly sponsors the Peninsula Team and wishes the team, which in 2012 is one of the
biggest ever, all the best for the 2012 State Champs in February. We expect the list above to grow!
Other races
Several other races have been popular with local junior athletes over the past couple of years and our
kids have been making quite an impression. These events make for great family weekends away and
even the parents are catching the bug and taking part. The following events are worth considering and
we would encourage as many juniors (and parents) as possible to participate in these events.
Townsville Triathlon Festival 14-16th September 2012– Junior races, enticer and sprint
distance events plus a team event.
Bowen Triathlon TBA October 2012 – Kids triathlon, Enticer and Sprint distances.
There are many other opportunities to compete within Qld, just visit the TQ website for more
information. For elite juniors, the ITU series would be of interest. If Juniors reach this level, they are
likely to be in a State or National development program and attendance at key racers will be expected
(see more below).Junior development pathway
Apart from the School Sport stream above, TQ and TA have athlete development pathways eventually
leading onto QAS or AIS programs. Getting into the elite squads is a challenge as the selection times
required are very tough. The Club is looking to provide some stepping stone time trial goals to bridge
the gap and provide a progression from Club to State level. This Club program will be implemented in
the first half of this year. The table below provides some information on the State and National
Programs run by TQ and TA. More information can be found via the links provided.
Tier Programs & target Comments
group
State TQ Development This squad provides an opportunity for Queensland Juniors and U23 triathletes to
(TQ) Squad develop new skills and experiences in a positive and enjoyable environment. These
(TQDS) athletes may be beginning their journey along either the elite or age group pathway.
[13 - 23 years] Membership is open to all TQ junior members
TQ Emerging Talent This squad provides an opportunity for aspiring elite Queensland ITU Junior &U23
Squad athletes to develop new skills and experiences in an environment that demands
TQETS commitment. Selection is by qualifying time trial.
[16 - 23 years]
TQ Talent Squad This squad provides access to excellent support services to assist talented ITU Junior
TQTS and U23 athletes who have demonstrated commitment to the sport and aspire to
[16 - 23 years] pursue selection into Australian ITU Junior/U23 teams and the QAS program.
Selection is by qualifying time trial.
National National Talent Each NTA will deliver at least three technically based camps over 5 – 7 days during
(TA) Academy (NTA) school holidays. The camps will be coordinated and driven by the National Talent
[13-16 and 16+ Coach (NTC) who will act as Head Coach during the camp. The NTA camps will be
streams] supported by the State Institutes of Sport coach and other specialist coaches or
technical experts as relevant to achieve the purpose of the camp.
Automatic selection can be achieved by meeting the National Performance Standards
minimum times during official Time Trial events.
TQ development squad into and qualifying criteria at
http://www.triathlonqld.com.au/Athletes/TQJuniorprograms/TQDevelopmentProgram.aspx
TA NTA details at
http://www.triathlon.org.au/High_Performance/The_National_Talent_Academy_Programme.htm
MEMBER AND CHILD WELFARE POLICIES
As a sign of the times, and the Club’s continued expansion, we have been looking at developing
policies and procedures to protect the core values of Club and its members. In an ideal society this
would be unnecessary and it is a case of everybody suffering because of the possible actions of a
minority. The development of these policies is not an indication that the Management Committee has
concerns about existing members, but is just a reaction to a modern reality. We hope that you will
understand and support the Club’s position.
The Club endorses the Member Protection By-Law and associated Policies and Procedures developed
by Triathlon Australia (TA). A full copy of these documents is available from the TA website
(http://www.triathlon.org.au/Assets/Triathlon+Australia+Digital+Assets/TA+Member+Protection+Pol
icy.pdf). We encourage all members to look at the policies and procedures. They include codes of
conduct expected of members (see below those parts relating to Juniors) and also complaints
procedures.
Gavin Butler (see committee contact details) is the Club’s nominated Member Protection Officer
(MPO). If you believe that policies or procedures in the By law are being breached then this should be
brought to the attention of MPO. The By law contains a procedure for dealing with complaints.As part of the Child Welfare Policy, the Club requires that all adult members who may from time to
time offer to volunteers at an event (competitors, parents, grand-parents, care givers, officials) or
conduct voluntary coaching on behalf of the lub obtain a “Blue Card” from the Qld Commission for
Children and Young People and Child Guardian. It as free to apply and Forms will be available at
Sign–On or can be downloaded from the Commission’s website at www.ccypcg.qld.gov.au. If you
already have a Blue Card, please provide details at sign on.
CODES OF CONDUCT
The general behavioural codes and codes of conduct expected of Administrators, athletes, parents,
carers and spectators, coaches etc. that are contained in the Member Protection By-Law are provided
here for your information. Any breaches of these codes or any action or behaviour that brings the Club
or the sport into disrepute may result in disciplinary action such as a fine or termination of
membership.
General Code of Behaviour
Triathlon Australia endorses the following code of conduct for Members, service providers and
employees, particularly those responsible for activities involving persons under the age of 18 years.
Triathlon Australia Members, service providers and employees should meet the following standard of
conduct
Respect the rights, dignity and worth of others;
Be fair, considerate and honest in all dealings with others;
Be professional in, and accept responsibility for their actions;
Make a commitment to providing quality service;
Be aware of, and maintain an uncompromising adherence to, Triathlon Australia standards,
rules and policies;
Operate within the rules of triathlon including national and international guidelines and
procedures that govern the sport.
Triathlon Australia expects all members, service providers and employees to abide by this code of
conduct, which upholds the principles and values of the organisation. They should recognise that at
all times they have a responsibility, and a duty of care to other members, service providers and
Triathlon Australia employees. Specifically, they should
Understand the possible consequences of breaching Triathlon Australia's member protection
By-law;
Immediately report and breaches of Triathlon Australia's member protection By-law to the
appropriate authority;
Refrain from any form of abuse towards others;
Refrain from any form of harassment toward others;
Refrain from any form of discrimination toward others;
Refrain from intimate relations with persons with whom they have a supervisory role or power
over;
Refrain from any form of victimisation toward others;
Provide a safe environment for the conduct of activities in accordance with any Triathlon
Australia policy;
Show concern and caution toward others that may be sick or injured;
Be a positive role model.Competitor/Athlete Code of Behaviour
Play by the rules.
Never argue with an official and comply with the Race Competition Rules. Always use the
appropriate rules and guidelines to resolve a dispute.
Control anger and tempers. Verbal abuse of officials and sledging other player, deliberately
distracting or provoking an opponent are not acceptable or permitted behaviours in any sport.
Work equally hard for yourself and/or any team.
Be a good sport. Applaud all good performances whether they are made by your team or the
opposition.
Treat all participants in your sport as you like to be treated. Do not bully or take unfair
advantage of another competitor or athlete.
Cooperate with your coach, team mates and opponents.
Participate for your own enjoyment and benefit, not just to please parents and coaches.
Respect the rights, dignity and worth of all participants regardless of their gender, ability,
cultural background or religion.
Parent/Guardian Code of Behaviour
Remember that children participate in sport for their enjoyment, not yours.
Encourage children to participate, do not force them.
Focus on the child's efforts and performance rather than winning or losing.
Encourage children always to play according to the rules and to settle disagreements without
resorting to hostility or violence.
Never ridicule or yell at a child for making a mistake or losing a competition.
Remember that children learn best by example. Appreciate good performance and skilful
plays by all participants.
Support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from sporting activities.
Respect officials' decisions and teach children to do likewise.
Show appreciation for coaches, officials and administrators. Without them, children could not
participate in sport.
Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every young person regardless of their gender, ability,
cultural background or religion.
Spectator Code of Behaviour
Remember that children participate in sport for their enjoyment, not yours.
Applaud good performance and efforts from all individuals and teams. Congratulate all
participants on their performance regardless of the game's outcome.
Respect the decisions of officials and teach young people to do the same.
Never ridicule or scold a young player for making a mistake. Positive comments are
motivational.
Condemn the use of violence in any form, whether it is by spectators, coaches, officials or
competitors.
Show respect for other competitors and teams. Without them there would be no competition.
Encourage competitors to follow the rules and officials' decisions.
Do not use foul language, sledge or harass other competitors, coaches or officials.
Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every young person regardless of their gender, ability,
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