Here are a few local Columbus groups and coaches we love to train with!
Triathlon
1. Just Tri website
Triathlon coaching by Carrie McCoy – individual workouts, team practices, and training camps.
2. Central Ohio Triathlon Team website
Solid group of people, fantastic organized swim, bike, and run training. The website provides training times and locations and turn by turn maps for the bike!
3. The Ohio State University Triathlon Club website
If you are an OSU student, this is a solid group to join!
4. Swim with Tracy website
Tracy Hendershot is a fantastic swim coach who provides practical instruction for adult athletes who want to reach the next competitive level.
5. Tri-Tech Multisport website
The only pure triathlon shop in Columbus, they are a wealth of information and resources. They also offer Sunday morning and Tuesday night group rides during the summer and in the winter they provide indoor trainer classes and Yoga!
Running
Marathoner in Training (MIT) website
Solid Wednesday night tempo runs and Saturday morning long runs with pace groups and pace coaches. Small fee to join, but well worth the investment. (MIT will also begin to offer triathlon specific training during the summer 2011 season)
Cycling
Team Bexley website
If you are looking for a group of guys to crush your legs with then hang out on the patio of Cup-o-Joe, look no further, these are the guys for you!
Swimming Holes & Other Links
1. Alum Creek Beach website water temp Google Map
Free 3,000 square foot beach with apx 700-750 meters of continuous swimming area
2. The Quarry Google Map , Map of 1 mile lap
Located at Runaway Bay apartments (you MUST be accompanied by a resident, or you could be ticketed)
3. Columbus Outdoor Pursuits website
Organized bike rides and other fun activities
