Welcome to GGTC’s Long Distance Program (LDP)!
Perhaps you have been doing Sprint and Olympic distance triathlons and are looking to move up in distance. Maybe you excel at either swimming, cycling, or running and are looking for a program to refine the other disciplines. Led by coaches, Jaffa Prince and Tim Fleming, the Long Distance Program is designed to give you the skills and experience to successfully complete a 70.3.
This 10-week program will follow a structure of 3 group, coached workouts per week along with additional on-your-own workouts. This program is designed specifically to match your level of fitness and ability.
Questions? Reach out to Andy Ia - vicepresident@ggtc.org
Our beloved Tam High pool is closed for renovation over the summer!
Join us for a coached set with our swim coach JD at St. Ignatius Pool on Sunday mornings, 8:20am. Please note the following:
We require members with a confirmed registration to show up for Sunday swims (over the summer only). If you have a confirmed swim slot and do not show up (no-show), we’ll ask you to pay $20 into the “swim fund jar” before you can sign up for more swims. If you cancel a confirmed slot anytime on Thursday, we will ask you to pay $10 into the swim fund jar before signing up for more swims.
For more information, please see ggtc.org/thursday-swim-registration.
Please email (swim@ggtc.org) or slack Jojo if you have any questions!
We're pivoting the park day to watch the world cup Norway/Brazil game at Kezar Pub.
Where: Kezar Pub When: Sunday, July 5, meet up starting at 12:30pm for a 1pm game
Please reach out to Molly on Slack with any questions. See you there!
Coached bike workout with Jaffa
Join Coach Jaffa for our weekly recurring bike workouts on Tuesdays at the Polo Field!! Specifics of each workout as well as the Zoom link will be posted to Slack prior.
⛑️ Safety First
Notes:
If there are fewer than 5 registered people on the Sunday before the workout, the workout will be virtual only, meaning Coach Jaffa may not be at the Polo Field. The Zoom with audio cues will still happen.
Time and location are subject to change based on weather and Polo Field availability. All updates will be posted in Slack, so stay tuned there!
We’ll head to Aquatic Park, put on our wetsuits, and hop into the water. We'll be swimming both the perimeter as well as the buoy line.
This swim does not have a coach or a lifeguard. For information on our swims, check out this page with maps.
Bring friends, snacks, drinks, and anything else you'll need to warm up after!
Where: Aquatic Park West Bleachers (Google Maps) When: We'll meet around 5:45pm for a 6pm jump Who: We welcome all skill levels as long as you're a comfortable swimmer. If you're unsure, please reach out to Jojo to talk it out.
Questions? Email Jojo at swim@ggtc.org or message her on slack. You can check out the live temperature at ggtc.org/swim.
This is a series of 5 chill morning rides in celebration of the Tour de France, where the last of the series celebrates Le Tour Femme! We'll hit up some bakeries along the way and explore some local routes. Each route is different and the series is meant to be accessible to folks living all around the city!
Stage 1 brings us to Jane The Bakery! We'll start at the Conservatory of Flowers, go through the Golden Gate Park, head up Twin Peaks, then head to the bakery!
Please prepare according to this essentials checklist on our website!
Where/When: Conservatory of Flowers @ 6:45 AM
Distance: 14 mi
Elevation gained: 1000 ft
Drop factor: drop (wondering what this means?)
Avg. flat ground speed: moderate (12-15 mph)
Strava route: Here
Reach out to Krishna R. or Michelle C. on Slack if you have any questions!
Le Tour Schedule:
7/8 Jane The Bakery (opens at 7AM)
7/15 TBD
7/22 TBD
7/29 TBD
8/5 FTWNB + allies TBD
2026 Session 27 - Kezar Track
Join us for a coached set with our swim coach JD at Garfield Pool every Thursday at 5:50pm. Please note the following:
We require members with a confirmed registration to show up for Thursday swims. If you have a confirmed swim slot and do not show up (no-show), we’ll ask you to pay $20 into the “swim fund jar” before you can sign up for more swims. If you cancel a confirmed slot anytime on Thursday, we will ask you to pay $10 into the swim fund jar before signing up for more swims.
On the fence about joining one of our upcoming training programs? Come along, grab a drink, and have all your questions answered by our program captains.
Those already signed-up are also welcome to come along – consider this your first workout!
Questions? Ask Molly on Slack or email social@ggtc.org.
Find out more about the Short Distance Program here and Women Tri Together here.
Join us for a social run to Twin Peaks via some hidden trails.
Starting point:
Please register, so we can keep track of the attendance!
Don't come if you are sick or had a close contact with a sick person.
Contact Krishna Rao on slack for any questions.
Join #death-ride-2026 on Slack for the most up-to-date club information!
https://deathride.com/
Special Edition Track: A Runner's Mind & Tracksmith Mile / 5K Race @ Kezar Stadium!
Join us for an annual event that our friends at A Runner's Mind & Tracksmith put togerther - this time, with a 1-mile option in addition to the 5k! It's a good opportunity to PR your Mile or 5K and have fun with friends! IF planning to race, please sign up in the Tracksmith website directly. There will NOT be an official track session. We will meet by the middle of the South bleaches - this is on the side of the stadium OPPOSITE of where we usually meet.
Join #races-swim-trans-tahoe-relay on Slack for the most up-to-date club information!
Are you ready to take on an Olympic or Sprint Distance triathlon and looking to train with a smaller group? The Women Tri Together (WTT) training program could be the program for you.
Under the guidance of certified triathlon coach, Kimi Ueda, WTT is designed specifically for those athletes who are looking to complete a Sprint or Olympic distance triathlon and want to focus on their technique in a small group setting. This program is open to all women, gender diverse, or non-binary teammates.
The program will target the Santa Cruz Triathlon on September 27.
Questions? Reach out to Craig MacLellan - secretary@ggtc.org
Welcome to GGTC’s Short Distance Program (SDP)
Whether you're new to the sport or a seasoned athlete looking to get faster and stronger, SDP is for you! Under the guidance of John Dahlz (JD), a veteran triathlon coach and accomplished professional triathlete, the summer SDP will target the Santa Cruz Triathlon on September 27.
The structure of the 10-week program will include two to three coached group workouts per week, along with additional on-your-own workouts. This program is designed specifically to match your level of fitness and ability, with beginner, intermediate, and advanced options available for each workout.
Join #races-70-3-oregon on Slack for the most up-to-date club information!
Please reach out to Molly Bamberger on Slack with any questions. See you there!
2026 Session 29 - Kezar Track
2026 Session 29 - POLO FIELDS
Float & Toast: Celebrating 35 Years of GGTC!
This summer, we’re celebrating 35 years of GGTC the right way — floating down the Russian River and toasting with wine in Sonoma! Join us for a full day of good vibes, great people, & beautiful scenery.
Want to skip the float and just join for the winery? Come meet us at Taft Street Winery from 12-3pm for lunch, outdoor games, & great vibes all around! In this case, you are responsible for getting yourself up to Taft Street Winery but lunch, wine, & vibes will still be provided :)
Costs:
Please reach out to Molly Bamberger on Slack with any questions. See you on the river!
Join us online to learn more about the Fall Trail Running Program!
See you soon!
We are excited to announce our 12-week Coached Trail Running Program, designed to prepare you for the Mt. Tam Trail Run! Whether you're a seasoned trail runner or looking to take on your first trail race, we have the perfect program for you.
Still on the fence? Join us for an Info Session on Tuesday, August 4th at 7pm!
Program Details:
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