We have a number of training options to cater for all abilities, so if you are just beginning, want to try a new exciting sport or are an elite athlete, we have something for you. For more information please contact one of the individual coaches about a session (details below on our Club Coaches).
- ** NEW** Winter Running Program – Click here to view
- Winter Training Program – Click here to view
- Summer Training Program – Click here to view
- Riding with the Lakers – Tips and Rider Expectations
| Lakers Training Meeting Locations |
| What? | When? | Where? |
| Monday Swim | Morning (Summer) Evening (Summer) |
View – Henley Beach (Summer) View – Tiranna Way, West Lakes |
| Tuesday Ride Tuesday Run |
Morning Evening |
View – RAH – North Terrace View – Weir, War Memorial Drive |
| Wednesday Swim | Morning | View – Thebarton Aquatic Centre |
| Thursday Ride | Morning (Summer) | View – Henley (The Coffee Club) |
| Thursday Run | Evening (Summer) Evening (Winter) |
View Map – Henley Athletic Club View Map – Uni Loop Frome Road |
| Friday Swim | Morning | View – Thebarton Aquatic Centre |
| Saturday Ride | Morning | View – CIBO – The Esplanade, Henley Square |
| Sunday Run | Morning | Various – check run program |
| Lakers Coaches |
Head Coach (Running Coach)
Nigel Pietsch
Nigel has been appointed to the role of Lakers Head Coach and is recognised as the principle provider of training programs, including coaching and general fitness advice to members. Please contact Nigel if you have any questions about our training sessions.
Nigel is a Level 2 Triathlon Coach, has completed a Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise & Sport Science) and is currently completing a masters in Strength and Conditioning at Edith Cowan University. He has been involved in Triathlon since 1996. Over that time he has been a competitor racing in the open category in SA for many years winning the state long course Duathlon title in 2003, placing at national age group championships and completed the Hawaii Ironman in 2000.
Nigel was president of triathlon SA for 4 years and was involved at a committee level for 10 years. During this time he played a major role in the Triathlon SA junior program and acted as office administrator. He is a very respected and experienced runner with a 2.38 marathon PB.
Swimming Coach
Grant Fergusson
Grant has been involved with the Lakers for many years and has competed in a number of Ironman races, including Ironman Australia and New Zealand. His expertise in swimming has helped many people achieve their swimming goals and he continues to motivate everyone at swimming trainings.
Cycling coach
Steve Diamond
Steve is our ride leader, coordinating our rides that includes the Saturday bunch ride. Steve has a keen interest in rider safety, skill improvement and compteting in triathlons.
| Contact the Coaches |
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Swimming Coach Grant Fergusson mob: 0417 837 760 email: Grant |
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Bike Coach Steve Diamond mob: 0418 327 000 email: Steve |
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Head Coach (Running Coach) Nigel Pietsch mob: 0413 399 453 email: Nigel |
| Club Race/Training Results |
| Event | Results |
| 5km running time trial (Tuesday Nights) | Click to download |
| Joggers World ‘Summit Half Marathon’ | Click to download |
