You can train with the various groups across Western Cape and follow the proven program that has achieved a stack of finishers medals over the years. If you require a more personalised approach to suit your routine, then get in touch too, and set up a time to meet the coach and set your program. All programs are presented through Training Peaks, and you will always have your program 2 weeks ahead to plan your […]

The Freshpak Fitness Festival takes place on the first weekend of October every year and is the official kick off to the Cape Town triathlon season. Every October the town is overtaken by carbon wielding, lycra worshipping triathletes who come to the town for the best after party around, as well as a little swim and triathlon too. The red and black army known as Embark have decided to come up with a race guide of […]

On the 25th October we begin our coached group training for the Ocean Basket Bay2Bay run which takes place on the 7th Jan 2016. The Bay2Bay run is from Camps Bay to Hout Bay and back. You can run one way (15kms) , or you can choose to run there and back (30kms). This is a great run to train for during summer, and gives a nice option for the 15kms, or to step up your […]

If you are looking to achieve a specific goal, outside of the group training programs, then lets have a chat! With the recent addition of Michael Redington to the Embark coaches team, we now have a dedicated IRONMAN specialist to help athletes with that personal touch. Its a hands on approach, with planning, structure, feedback and guidance. Having raced in 4 continents, including the coveted KONA WORLD IRONMAN CHAMPS, Michael has a wealth of knowledge on […]

Don’t let a niggle become an injury! Genine Manchip is our Embark’s recommended Physiotherapist here in Cape Town. Gen will be teaching a 1h  strength session once a week which will consist of teaching the athletes the correct form for specific exercises, core work and triathlon specific strengthening exercises. This is to make you stronger in all three disciplines and to prevent injuries. Gen has a degree in both Sport Science and Physiotherapy and is currently […]

The Gun Run Half Marathon is a fantastic half marathon right on our doorstep of the Atlantic seaboard.  Embark has set up a 12 week program that combines all the necessary training so that you can feel confident going into the race. The training is fun and focused in a coached group environment.     How will the training work: You will receive a weekly program that includes the group training sessions, and the individual […]

Group Training: Starts 3rd August 2016 (Ironman 70.3 East London coached group training) The Cost: R675 per month (excludes race entrance fee) The Locations: Cape Town, Northern Suburbs, Southern Suburbs, Blouberg, Somerset West, Johannesburg (Jozi North) The Race: Sunday 29th Jan 2017 (1.9km sea swim/90km bike/21.1km run) If you are considering entering Ironman 70.3 East London in January 2017, or have already done so, then now’s the time to start think about training for it. […]

‘I was nervous at the mere prospect of joining the moms2tri group, but after the orientation I am confident I can do this. The program is really broken down into the 3 disciplines of swim/bike/run and with the slow introduction of swimming this suits me perfectly. First a duathlon and then a triathlon! I love the idea of indoor cycling at the Concept Cyclery, great idea guys! Watch this space as I become a triathlete […]

This weekend was a show off weekend for both Sun City and the MiWay Sun City Triathlon. The Embark Jozi newbies, who have been training for the last 3 months for their first triathlon, had a chance to prove themselves over the 750m dam swim, 20km road ride and a 5km on/off road run through the picturesque and pristine Sun City. Although a little chilly in the AM, once the sun was up, it shone […]

There is no reason to loose motivation over autumn and winter, as in September there are two great ultra-distance triathlons to train for. The first one is our international tour to Croatia, to do the Ironman 70.3 Pula half ironman on the 18th September (Pula Info) . If you are not up for the travelling then wait a week and do the MiWay Cape Ultra Triathlon (http://midlandsultra.com)  on the 25th September. Both races are 1.9km swim, […]