Ontario Cycling will be hosting a 1-day Rising Stars MTB Training Camp for aspiring athletes [ages 13 – 18] actively competing at the OCup and Canada Cup level. Athletes will work on technical skills using on-trail features, jump progressions, tactical race planning, and off-bike preparation.
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Location |
Kelso Conservation |
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Dates |
August 19, 2023 |
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Camp Size |
Maximum 27 Athletes |
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Lead Coach |
Roxy Slotegraaf |
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Support Coaches |
Sue Trimble + TBD |
Camp Objectives
- To increase the talent pool of MTB athletes coming into Team Ontario performance programming
- To foster the development of key MTB race skills and tactics to improve individual performances
- To provide a talent identification opportunity for provincial program coaches
Athlete Profile / Selection Criteria
- Aspirations to improve race performance and track towards Team Ontario
- 13 – 18 years old in 2023
- Previous race experience at OCup/Canada Cup in 2023
- Registered for Ontario MTB Provincials at Kelso, August 26-27
- Any remaining spots will be filled by Coach/Committee selection Consideration will be placed on the following [in priority order]:
- Gender Equity
- Involvement in past Ontario Cycling Programming
- Order of applications received
Selection Criteria in Document attached.
Please direct any questions about this project to Amber Hutchinson, OC Technical Lead
Athlete Application
Athletes must complete application prior to Sunday August 6th at 5PM.
Camp selections and details will be announced by Friday August 11th.