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2008 CLUB POINT SERIES
WHAT IS THE DESERT SHARKS TRIATHLON CLUB POINTS SERIES?
The Points Series is a Desert Sharks Triathlon Club (Club) event focusing on getting club members involved in local triathlon races and events. Club members earn points by competing in or volunteering at select events. The Points Series was first held in 2003 and continues to motivate members to support Utah triathlon events. The 2008 series will run from February 1, 2008 through September 30, 2008

WHO GETS POINTS?
All Club members in good standing on the date of the event can get points by competing or volunteering in the selected events, which include local races, Club clinics and other club events.

HOW ARE POINTS AWARDED?
Overall 1st to 3rd place race winners (male and female) earn 9 to 7 points. Age groupers placing 1st to 5th earn 6 to 2 points. Finishers placing 6th or lower earn 1 point. Earn 1 point by attending Desert Sharks Triathlon Club clinics and events, including pre-race training days. PLUS, earn 2 points by volunteering at the selected Triathlon Points Series events.

HOW ARE AGE GROUPS DETERMINED?
Your age group will be determined by your age on December 31, 2008. Club members racing in the Clydesdale and Athena categories will be placed in those divisions, unless they opt out by contacting the Club.

WHAT ARE THE REWARDS OF PARTICIPATION?
The top point earner in each age group (26 groups) receives an award at the annual Club Banquet held each November. Awards vary from year to year, but they are always something fun and useful. Because points are awarded for participation and volunteering, awards often go to dedicated athletes that don’t always make it onto the podium.

WHAT EVENTS ARE INCLUDED?
The complete list of races that will be included is still under evaluation. An announcement will be made around Feb. 1, 2008. The following events are already confirmed:

2008 POINT SERIES EVENTS:
2008 POINT SERIES RACES:
The Shark Attack Triathlons The Battle at Midway


Echo Triathlon Scofield Triathlon


Jordanelle Triathlon Kokopelli Triathlon


2008 POINT SERIES CLINICS:
The Pool N Patio Swim Clinic The Fit Right Bike Fit Clinic


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CLUB WORKOUT LEADERS
Who can be a club workout leader?
Any club member, in good standing, that is willing to lead a group workout can be a club workout leader. You don’t have be fast or have a certain number of tri’s under your belt. You just need to be willing to organize the workout and show up to lead it.

What is a club workout? A club workout must:
1. be listed on the official club calendar,
2. have a lease 2 club members in attendance,
3. be documented by a club sign-in/waiver form.

What’s in it for me?
1. Receive a free club jacket! Lead at least 10 workouts between 2/1/08 and 9/30/08 and we’ll give you a free club jacket. (Limit one per workout leader per year).
2. Get to know new triathletes.
3. Help promote the club and the sport.

What kinds of workouts can I lead?
You can lead any kind of workout that would be of interest to other club members. Some ideas are:
    1. Runs of any distance.
    2. Running speedwork.
    3. Bike rides of any distance (20 – 100 miles).
    4. Bike speed workouts, such as simulated time trials.
    5. Pool swims.
    6. Open-water swims.
    7. Winter workouts, such as cross-country skiing or snowshoeing.
Who can attend a club workout?
Unless specified as a club-only event, both members and non-members may attend.

Who is liable in case of an accident or injury during the club workout?
The club has insurance to cover club events. If the event is calendared and the waiver is signed, the club workout will be covered by the club insurance and anyone in attendance will be covered. The club insurance is a secondary medical policy that picks up what the person’s primary medical insurance doesn’t cover.

Desert Sharks Triathlon Club
Club Workout Leader Guidelines
So, you’ve decided to lead some club group workouts. We’re glad to have your help! In return for leading at least 10 workouts (between 02/01/2008 and 09/30/2008) we’ll give you a free club jacket.

To be an official club workout and count towards the club jacket, the following requirements must be met:
    1. Calendared Club Event:
    The workout must be included on the official club calendar (in addition to the club forum). To have the workout included on the club calendar, email charityv@desert-sharks.com by Thursday, the week before the workout (weeks run Monday through Sunday).

    2. At least 2 club members in attendance:
    For club insurance to be in effect there must be at least 2 club members in attendance.

    3. Complete Club Sign In/Waiver form:
    Everyone, including workout leader and club members must sign the Club Sign In/Waiver form for insurance to be in effect.

    4. Turn in Club Sign In/Waiver form:
    By the end of the month, mail or deliver the completed Club Sign In/Waiver form to Desert Sharks Triathlon Club, c/o Sandi McGann.
Following are some guidelines to hosting a club workout:
1. Email your club workout to charityv@desert-sharks.com by Thursday of the week prior to the event. The week runs from Monday through Sunday, so a Sunday workout should be submitted 2 Thursdays prior to the workout. Include the following information:
    a. Date
    b. Start Time
    c. Meeting Location
    d. Distance – specify if the course will accommodate varying distances
    e. Approximate pace
    f. Description of Route – include a map, if available
    g. Directions to meeting place
    h. Workout leader name
    i. Workout leader contact phone and/or email
2. Post your workout on the forum at least 2-3 days before the workout. This is a good reminder.

3. If you are unable to make the workout, find a substitute leader. Contact a club officer, if you need help finding a substitute.

4. Make sure everyone signs in on the Club Sign In/Waiver form and lists an emergency contact. Carry the form with you during the workout. In case of an emergency, you will have contact info with you.

5. Explain any safety guidelines that will contribute to a safe workout. For bike rides this may include a statement regarding tandem riding or a paceline mechanics. For an open-water swim, this may include a statement that each person should keep an eye on the person behind them. Describe confusing, difficult, or dangerous portions of the course, if necessary.

6. Describe the course and meeting points. If possible, provide a map or description of the course to participants.

Workout Leader FAQ’s
1. Who can attend a club workout?
Unless specified as a club only workout, both members and non-members may attend.

2. How do I get more waiver forms?
You may download them from the website (www.desert-sharks.com/ ) or request copies from diannaw@desert-sharks.com.

3. Where do I send the waiver forms?
Mail the original copy to Desert Sharks Triathlon Club, c/o Sandi McGann, .

4. Who is liable in case of an accident or injury?
If the event is calendared and the waiver is signed, the Club insurance is in effect and will cover all attendees (even non-members). The insurance is a secondary medical policy that will pick up what the individual’s primary insurance doesn’t cover.

5. What should I do in case of an accident or injury?
    a. Minor injuries:
    In case of minor injuries, have the injured person stop the activity. Provide first aid if you’re trained and feel comfortable doing so. Offer to call for an extraction, if necessary.

    b. Severe injury:
    Call 911 for emergency services. If the injury is severe or if you’re not sure, be cautious and call 911. Consider the injury severe if the person is unconscious, incoherent, has a head, neck or back injury, or has severe bleeding.

    c. Document the injury:
    Make sure you have the individual’s name and contact info (verify it is on the Club Sign In/Waiver form). Document the time, location and details of the injury. Write down what happened and who was involved. Attach the information to the Club Sign In/Waiver form.

    d. Report the injury to the Club:
    Call or email Dianna Wright (801-518-1792 or diannaw@desert-sharks.com) or another club officer, as soon as possible to report the incident.
To download a complete Word Document of all of the above Workout Leader Info, CLICK HERE.

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