"Join Team Challenge Cycle this summer for the Centurion 50 mile ride/race in beautiful Lake George! Centurion New York takes you on a cycling journey through some of the most picturesque roads and mountain scenery in the Adirondacks of upstate New York. RSVP to a commitment free information meeting TODAY and help find a cure for the 1.4 million Americans suffering from these chronic and debilitating digestive diseases. Contact Adina at or 917-692-4644 or visit www.ccteamchallenge.org. Information Meetings begin in February. Optional Group Training begins in March."

TEAM CHALLENGE CYCLE is looking for a coach.

TEAM CHALLENGE CYCLE COACH for Crohn’s & Colitis – Tri-State Cycle Event: Centurion 50 Mile Cycle Ride/Race in Lake George New York – June 24, 2012
The position of the Cycle Coach is a contracted, paid position that provides coaching services to participants for the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America’s Team Challenge Endurance Training Program. The training season will begin in March 2012 and conclude after the Lake George 50 Mile Ride/Race on June 24, 2012. Traveling expenses are covered for coaches during Event Weekends.
We are looking for the following qualifications:
1. Develop weekly training schedules based off of a National Coach template for participants to ride 50 miles at beginner, intermediate and advanced levels.
2. Attend at least 3 Informational Meetings (to be scheduled throughout the end of February and early March 2012 in the Greater Tri-State area) to review and discuss the training program with potential participants.
3. Assist with recruitment through contacts within the fitness market.
4. Develop training courses and secure park permits, if necessary, with the help of staff from CCFA.
5. Lead group training sessions Saturday mornings over a 14 week training program in the Tri-State area.
6. Establish water stops at appropriate mile markers along route for group training sessions. Establish necessary bathroom stops on route to accommodate our patients who are training.
7. Each group training session is started with stretches and last minute information for a successful run training session.
8. Ensure that all participants are supported throughout group training session. Coach is to stay until every person finishes safely.
9. Organize clinics throughout the season to teach participants on correct clothing, shoes, hydration, stretching, sports psychology, etc. Guest speakers are highly encouraged.
10. Be available for staff and participants weekly via email, phone and in-person for any questions relating to training for a 50 mile bike event.
11. Assist staff and participants as necessary during event weekends (June 22-25) and ensure that all participants finish their race safely. All coaches on site event weekend support all Team Challenge Participants for CCFA.
Please submit cover letter and resume by February 10, 2012 via email to: Adina Wolf Endurance Manager, Team Challenge Tri-State Area
Please include TEAM CHALLENGE CYCLE COACH in the subject line.