Calendar
Check the calendar for training opportunities that are not listed below.
Swimming
Sarasota YMCA Sharks Masters - ESJ branch
Sarasota YMCA Sharks Masters at Evalyn Sadlier Jones YMCA & Selby Aquatics Center
MONDAY through FRIDAY - 5:30am to 10:30am - w/ Rick Walker
MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, and FRIDAY - 6:30pm to 8:00pm - w/ Gary Trimble
SATURDAY - times vary
Fees: $30/month for Y member or $45 for non-member.
You must join United States Masters Swimming to be part of the group. Cost is $28 annually.Join Coach Rick Walker for a Masters Swim Group. The early group (5:30am) is a very intense masters swim program. Competitive swimmers and triathletes are welcome. Afterwards (7:30am), Coach Rick is on the pool deck to help you improve your swim.
If you aren't an early riser, Gary Trimble coaches an evening master's workout at 6:30pm on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.
Contact Rick Walker at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or by phone before 9:00pm at 346-7946 for inquiries or sign up.
Visit the Sarasota YMCA Sharks Masters web site for more details.
Sarasota YMCA - Berlin branch
WEDNESDAY and FRIDAY - 5:30am - 7:00am
Contact Coach Amy Whittington at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for details.
Venice YMCA
MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, and FRIDAY - 5:30am - 7:00am
Cycling
There are a lot of riding opportunities in the Sarasota area. Most of them happen fairly regularly. However, it's always a good idea to contact the shop and/or ride leader to verify the info. Be safe out there!
Superbowl Y-Tri Bike Route
This is the 12 mile bike route used for the Superbowl Y-Tri. It starts at the Evalyn Sadlier Jones YMCA.
San Antonio, FL Bike Route
Some club members like to head 90 minutes north of here to do some training in San Antonio, FL. Here is a map of the area with 40, 50, and 60 mile routes highlighted (note that the top of the map points west). The start is at San Antonio Athletic Complex (from I-75, take SR 52 east then take a left onto Curly Road). There are restrooms at the athletic complex.
Sarasota Manatee Bicycle Club
Several rides per week are scheduled from various locations in Sarasota and Manatee Counties. Ride speeds are across the board from slow to super-fast and everything in between. Go HERE and download their latest ride schedule for times, distances, ride speeds, and locations.
Yhammerit?
YHAMMERIT?
Rides start at various Locations in north Sarasota County on Saturday and Sunday mornings (and other various times).
A great group for people who like getting a good aerobic workout on the bike but don't want to puke their guts out.
Contact: Bonnie Hammer (email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or phone:350-6396)
Village Bikes
Several rides per week are scheduled from the Sarasota (366-7702) and Lakewood Ranch (388-0550) locations. Call or visit their web site for up-to-date details.
Cycle Haus
Rides in south Sarasota County on Wednesday 6:00pm, Saturday 7:30am, and Sunday 7:00am. Call 941-743-RIDE or visit their web site for up-to-date details.
Running
Manasota Track Club
Group runs all over Sarasota throughout the week. Slow or Fast. Long or Short....you name it. Check out their website for details.
Sarasota Surge
Sarasota Surge Developmental Running Club
Check out the Sarasota Surge web site for details on different training opportunities available throughout the week. Contact USATF Certified Coach Bree Maier for additional information at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
