Triathlon Alberta is excited to launch the 2026-2027 Lunch Coaching Education Series, a collection of educational webinars designed to support coaches in their ongoing development while creating opportunities to connect, learn, and share experiences with others in the sport community.
Presented in a hybrid format, each session can be attended either online through Microsoft Teams or in person at CSI Alberta in Edmonton, offering flexibility for participants across the province and beyond.
These engaging lunchtime sessions are primarily geared toward coaches but are open to athletes, officials, club leaders, volunteers, and anyone interested in advancing their knowledge of athlete development and performance sport. All sessions are eligible for NCCP Professional Development (PD) points, making them an excellent opportunity to continue your coaching education while earning valuable certification maintenance credits.
Event Details
Location:
Online via Microsoft Teams or in person at CSI Alberta
11160 135 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5M 3M7
Time:
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Session Schedule
December 2, 2026
Planning for the 2029 Canada Games
Preparing athletes for a major multi-sport event requires a long-term vision. This session will explore how coaches can align athlete development pathways, training priorities, and competition schedules over multiple seasons to support peak performance at the 2029 Canada Games. Participants will discuss strategies for building sustainable progression plans that balance performance goals with athlete well-being.
February 3, 2027
Using Data to Make Training Decisions
Coaches have access to more information than ever before, but successful decision-making requires more than just numbers. This webinar will explore how to combine training metrics with athlete feedback, performance trends, and coaching experience to make informed training decisions. Learn practical approaches to using data effectively while keeping the athlete at the center of the process.
March 3, 2027
Managing Training Load at Camp
Training camps provide unique opportunities to accelerate athlete development, but they also require careful planning and monitoring. This session will discuss strategies for tapering into camp, managing daily training loads, balancing recovery, and maximizing the physiological benefits of concentrated training periods. Coaches will leave with practical tools to help athletes get the most out of their camp experience.
April 7, 2027
2027 Rule Updates
Stay current with the latest changes impacting the upcoming outdoor season. This session will review the new 2027 rule updates, clarify how they affect athletes, coaches, and officials, and provide an opportunity for participants to ask questions and discuss implementation ahead of the racing season.
Join the Conversation
The Lunch Coaching Education Series is about more than earning PD points. It is an opportunity to engage with fellow coaches, exchange ideas, discuss real-world challenges, and stay current with evolving best practices in coaching and athlete development.
Whether you are an experienced coach, a new NCCP-trained coach, an athlete looking to better understand the training process, or simply someone interested in sport performance, we invite you to join us over lunch for these valuable learning opportunities throughout the 2026-2027 season.
We look forward to learning with you.