2026/27 CLINICS & LABS

 

CLINICS and LABS are small-group sessions designed to break down and build up the technical and physiological components that drive performance.

Each block is aligned with the season – whether we’re developing foundations, sharpening race-readiness, or fine-tuning performance details.

We design sessions with a 1:4 coach-to-athlete ratio to ensure every athlete is seen, coached, and challenged.

No wasted reps. No generic training.  Just focused, high-quality work designed to move athletes forward.  

 

Train with intention.  Execute with confidence.
 R I S E.

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r8 long track tech lab

August 26th:  Dryland technical, ice and video analysis.

Real time feedback speciific to each skater’s technique with video capture and review.  

Saturday, July 18th: Track above the Jack Simpson Gym at the U of Calgary. A great space with a perfect surface to work on technical dryland skills.

Time: 1:00-4:00pm

Wednesday, July 22nd: Calgary Olympic Oval.

Time:  12:00-3:00pm

What to Bring: Cable, water bottle, snacks, appropriate footwear for dryland and all on ice equipment (July 22nd).

Cost includes 3 quality hours of individualized specific technical feedback.  Ice costs are separate and paid for by each athlete for access to the Olympic Oval.  

RISE 8 ensures every session provides a 1:4 coach-athlete ratio to maximize specific athlete feedback. 

RISE 8 is about quality.  Every offering is designed intentionally to provide the best experience for each athlete.   

REGISTER HERE
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R8 group Cycling Skills and rides

 Specific dates/times will be posted when confirmed – stay tuned! 

Build your engine in a fun, challenging and safe training environment.

July 18th:  Track above the Jack Simpson Gym at the U of Calgary.  A great space with a perfect surface to work on technical dryland skills.  

July 22nd:  Calgary Olympic Oval.  

What to Bring:  Cable, water bottle, snacks, appropriate footwear for dryland and all on ice equipment (July 22nd).

Cost will include a Lead Coach, Rider Ambassadors and a support vehicle. 

Vince De Haitre is a dual Olympian in Long Track Speed Skating and Track Cycling.  He brings a wealth of cycling experience to share with our athetes.

RISE 8 ensures every session provides a 1:4 coach-athlete ratio to maximize specific athlete feedback. 

RISE 8 is about quality.  Every offering is designed intentionally to provide the best experience for each athlete.   

REGISTER HERE

r8 group cycling skills & rides

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R8 short Track Tech & Tactics Lab

A three hour session focused on enhancing skaters technical and tactical acumen.  

Time:  10:30-1:30pm

Real time feedback specific to each skater’s technique with video capture and review. 

Skate demonstrators will elevate the learning as they model good technique and skate with the group.

All sessions will occur at this location.

1:4 coaching ration with dryland, ice sessionand video analysis.

Assistant Coach:  Brendan Yamada                                 

2019 CWG’s dual medalist; represented Canada as part of the NextGen team in Italy and Holland; trained with the National Team as a training partner.

Skate Demonstrators:  Ryan St Rose & Zak Adelman

RISE 8 ensures every session provides a 1:4 coach-athlete ratio to maximize specific athlete feedback. 

RISE 8 is about quality.  Every offering is designed intentionally to provide the best experience for each athlete.   

REGISTER HERE

r8 group cycling skills & rides

rise 8 - Stories of rising

2:30-3:45pm

 

A storied, inspiring and experienced panel of athletes sharing their real triumphs and failures – and how they managed to keep themselves going through it all.  

Room will be confirmed closer to the date and communicated via email to all attendees.

Looking forward to seeing you there!

                                                                          

RISE 8 ensures every session provides a 1:4 coach-athlete ratio to maximize specific athlete feedback. 

RISE 8 is about quality.  Every offering is designed intentionally to provide the best experience for each athlete.   

REGISTER HERE

r8 group cycling skills & rides

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Exact dates coming soon!

Level up your riding confidence to maximize off season training.

No-drop supported group rides.

We will offer shorter rides and longer rides.  Specific details will be provided for each ride.

Experienced cyclists who will work alongside the Lead Coach to ensure support for the entire group.

Group rides are fun when managed and supported with experienced coaches and riders.  Build your engine and have fun this summer!

Dates

Stay Tuned  for upcoming dates!

Exact dates coming soon!

Focus

Technical and Tactical

Locations

Stay tuned for upcoming details!

NW or SW Calgary

Cost

TBD

Small group training for maximal skater feedback.

Lead Coach

TBD

Will include experienced Assistant Coaches and Skater Demonstrators to maintain a 1:4 Coach/skater ratio.

Number of spots available

12 max

Numbers are limited to maximize skater experience and development of technical and tactical acument.

REGISTER HERE
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r8 Short Track Clinic