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SF Tri Club Indoor Spinning

*New 3-mo series begins May 7 & May 8. Registration is now OPEN!!*

Thanks for your interest in SF Tri Club's indoor Spinning program! This ultra-popular class runs from February to October each year and is organized into 3-month "tri-mesters". Classes take place Wed & Thurs evenings. Registration for the new May-July series is NOW OPEN! These classes always sell out, so sign up soon! Email Spinning@sftriclub.org and indicate Wed vs. Thurs class.

Please DO NOT use the Paypal links if you have not already confirmed your spot with Spinning@sftriclub.org . if you do YOU MAY LOSE THE $4 PAYPAL SURCHARGE!

Program Information

CLASS TIME: Wed 7:30pm and Thurs 7:45pm.
Length of class between 1hr20mins to 1hr30mins depending on workout. Note: Club One requires all athletes to sign a liability waiver form before entering facilities. Please arrive 15mins early for your first class.

LOCATION: Wed/Thurs evening classes at Club One Yerba Buena Fitness Center - 350 Third St. (@ Folsom) SF, CA.
Feb-Apr ONLY - Thurs AM class at Club One Nob Hill - 950 California St. (@ Powell)

COACHING: Wed/Thurs evening w/ Edith Chan, L.Ac., Johnny G Spin Instructor, 2001 & 2002 Inside Triathlon All-American, 5-time Member of Age-group Team USA (1999, 2001-4).
New thurs AM class led by Kristina Charbonneau, Johnny G Spin Instructor.

SFTRI MEMBER COST: Only $106 for 3-month series; One-time drop-in fee = $11.
NON-MEMBER COST: $150 for 3-month series; One-time drop-in fee = $14.
Full-time students with valid proof and juniors 21 & under qualify for 50% off discount.

WHAT TO BRING: 1) a heart rate monitor, 2) cycling attire, 3) may use regular running sneakers, Look or Shimano SPD cleats, 4) small towel, 5) H20 bottle, 6) desire to have fun and improve your cycling!

PARKING & TRANSPORTATION: Street parking can usually be found if you arrive 10minutes early. There is also a garage underneath Club One offering $1 parking (for 2hrs) with validation. The downtown location is easily accessible by public transportation or bicycle. Bikes can be locked up inside Club One (pls bring your own lock).

SF Tri Club donates 100% of net proceeds to the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy, giving back to the beautiful outdoors in which we live and play.

What people are saying about SF Tri Club Spinning

"Edith's spin classes have undoubtedly made me a better, more efficient cyclist. Accompanied by top-notch, heart-thumping music and motivational words, Edith's classes are a super-fun way to get in a great workout, improve cycling technique, and meet lots of other SF Tri Club members. If you want to be a better cyclist and triathlete, you need to sign up for this class. Plus, it's one of the few places that you can feel comfortable wearing spandex when you're not on a real bicycle!"
- Dave Rolnitzky (D.R.)
I’ve done “regular” fitness club spinning for 7 years where the goal is more or less to get sweaty and feel tired by the end of an hour session of jumps, sprints and other tricks. Those goals are far from carefully developing cycling skills and improving fitness for a triathlon race, which is what Edith’s classes are all about.
Without much outdoor cycling at all, I timed the fastest amateur bike split at 2.13 at Vineman Half Ironman in 2007, beating the top Pros as well. Edith’s 1.5h/week workouts were time very well spent for me! Thank you.
- Sami Inkinen (9hr25min at 2007 Kona IM World Championship, a blazing fast 4hr49min bike split!)
"this class rocks!!! without a doubt, it has helped my cycling technique and confidence! i feel stronger on hills, more efficient on flats and better on the same rides that i did before taking this class. i've also learned how to train smart instead of just training without direction...using heartrate zones, doing intervals, it's all been so helpful! add to that the energy that everyone in the class brings every thursday night and the positive energy and excitement of the instructor, it's well worth every penny. "
- Karen Skillin
"Edith's classes have had an incredible impact on my biking. She spends tons of time on form and technique, backed by her super PEPiness and smacktastic music. My cycling technique, speed, and endurance have totally blossomed under her tutelage. For those of you that have never really taken heart rate training seriously before, she'll show you how to do it, and you will be amazed at the results!"
- Maura Hanlon
"Spin class has brought to me a new perspective on bike training. At first I thought the best way to improve your cycling was to ride the streets as much as possible. After taking Edith's class I realize that, like running at the track, spin emphasizes a quality-over-quantity workout which greatly improved my conditioning."
- Mike Yee

Program Description

SF Tri Club is pleased to provide the most fun, effective, and inexpensive Tri-Specific Spinning program around!

The program is coached by SFTriClub's own Spinning Instructor, Edith Chan. Currently pursuing a PhD in Integrative Medicine, Edith is a Licensed Acupuncturist, Herbalist, and Bodywork Therapist specializing in Holistic Sports Medicine. Her athletic accomplishments include numerous podium-stands at local races, Inside Triathlon All-American 2001-2, and competing on TeamUSA for World Championships in 1999, 2001-4. Prior to multisport, she trained under Olympian coaches as an NCAA Division I rower at Harvard & Radcliffe. By combining her professional knowledge in Sports Medicine with over a decade's triathlon race experience, Edith provides SFTriClub athletes with the most well-rounded, fun, and effective approach to cycling training!

Besides a methodical training program that prepares athletes for peak performance at popular races, the class also provides a well-rounded overview of multisport topics. These include cycling technique, gearing & cadence, race strategies, mind training, injury prevention/management, hydration & nutrition, breathing, etc. These important concepts are taught in a logical and organized manner. Handouts are given to enhance each athlete's knowledge. Cycling technique is taught systematically and finetuned throughout the series so that athletes can fully leverage their skills on race day. With regular attendance, this class WILL produce dramatic improvements in your cycling!

Questions? Email: spinning@sftriclub.org

Registration Procedures

To sign up for the class:

Send a short email notification to Spinning@SFTriClub.org. Be sure to indicate Wednesday vs. Thursday evening class.
a) Use the PayPal buttons above to pay registration fee. (There is a $4 convenience fee for PayPal.)
or b) Submit Cash or Check/Money Order payable to "SF Tri Club"
to Spin Coordinator at the Jan 22nd Kick-off meeting or at the 1st class.
Confirmation email will be sent to you upon receipt of payment.

Note: ONLY those with valid proof of Full-time Student status or Juniors showing valid ID may qualify for student/junior discount. IDs MUST be provided to Spinning Coordinator at the beginning of the 1st class.

Sign-up & refund policies

Registration for MAY-JULY 2008 Series is now OPEN!
Series registration is done on a first-come-first-serve basis. Pre-registered athletes receive priority over drop-ins. Weekly drop-ins are welcomed to as long as bikes are available. (Drop-in fees to be paid at beginning of class.) Please email Spin Coordinator at Spinning@SFTriClub.org to check weekly availability.

Refunds are granted only in the event of injury, serious illness, or family emergencies that prevent a student from participating in Spinning. A doctor's note may be required.