Training Opportunities

SWIM

New Plymouth Masters Swimmers (SEALS)

Every Sunday 8am
Bell Block Pool
Non-competitive members $20 annual fee + pool entry
Appropriate for: Anybody gasping at two lengths, to swimming the cook strait (20yrs +). Join for encouragement, coaching, training and friendship.
Contact: Michael Kaye (secretary) 0279366747 or mkaye@xtra.co.nz

Sue's Swim Squad

Most Sunday's 4.45pm
Todd Energy Aquatic Centre
Pool Entry required + coaching cost
Appropriate for: Adults looking to improve their swimming technique. These sessions are run by an experienced Ironman athlete, surf lifesaver and swim coach.
Contact: Sue McMaster 0274319290

BIKE

Taranaki Recreational Cycling

Some Sunday mornings
Egmont Village Hall
$3 per ride
Appropriate for: Anybody wanting a low key race followed by a cuppa and shared food after. Approx 35km
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Mitchell Cycles Road Cycling Group

Every Saturday 2.30pm
Leaves from outside Mitchell Cycles (477 Devon St East, NP)
Free
Appropriate for: A variety of riders aiming to cover 40-65km in 1.5-2hrs. Pace is determined by the slowest rider with larger summer groups splitting off into faster and slower bunches.
Contact: Blair Cox (owner) 06 758 2418

Crowded House Bunch Ride

Every Sunday 8am (faster group) or 8.15am (Social Group)
Leaves from outside Crowded House (93-99 Devon St East, NP)
Free
Appropriate for: Faster group rides for 2.5-3hrs, pace can be fast where you may get dropped. Slower group rides for 2-2.5hrs, with a no drop policy. Coffee to follow in town.
Contact: Peter Bennett 027 4427 569

Cycling Taranaki Crit & Track Sessions (Daylight Saving period Only)

Every Thursday 5.45pm (crit), 6.15pm (track), Daylight Saving period
Taranaki Cycle Park (Bell Block)
$30 for a calendar year to ride both events or $50 per family or $15 for Aug to Dec or $15 Jan to April or $2 per ride for a casual rider payable on the night.
Appropriate for: All abilities! Crit sessions are handicapped with 6 laps completed of the big circuit (approx 10km). Track bikes are available for hire.
Contact: Glenn Demchy, demchy@xtra.co.nz

RUN

The Frontrunner Intervals

Every Monday 5.30pm
Leaves from The Frontrunner Shop (25 Devon St East, NP)
Free
Appropriate for: All abilities. A 50min group interval session encourages everyone to challenge themselves while working within their own abilities.
Contact: Emma at The Frontrunner 06 758 1590

The Frontrunner Trail Run Group

Every Wednesday 6pm
Meets at the end carpark by the dam at Lake Mangamahoe
Free
Appropriate for: All abilities are catered for with a walk, run/walk and run option. Multiple groups are all allocated with group leaders to ensure safety and inclusivity
Contact: Emma at The Frontrunner 06 758 1590

Energy City Harriers Pack Runs

Every Tuesday 5.30pm, Saturday 8am
Leaves from East End SLSC (Nobbs Line, Strandon)
Free
Appropriate for: All abilities, multiple pace groups of varying abilities split before the run.Approx 60min duration.
Contact: Lisa McCready 759 4306

New Plymouth Joggers & Walkers Club

Every Wednesday 5.30pm, Every Sunday 8am
Leaves from Pukekura Park Main Gates (Wed) and Bellringer Pavilion- Pukekura Park (Sun)
Free
Appropriate for: All abilities both walkers and joggers. Approximately 60mins duration. Join them for a cuppa at the Tea House every Sunday post run.
Contact: Alison Franklin 027 254 7663