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Choose the training clinic that best suits you
Whether you’re looking to tackle the RBC GranFondo Whistler for the first time, refining your power output or interested in a training clinic for women, by women, we’ve got a program to help you reach your goal.
We’re partnered with SportMedBC, creators of the hugely successful InTraining running program, who will be providing specialist cycling knowledge and supporting our friendly expert coaches.
Simply choose your Gran Fondo level – Beginner or Intermediate + clinic location of choice, and let the magic happen.
All clinics start with the kick-off night on June 11th and run for 12 weeks thereafter on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 6:00-7:30 pm (week beginning June 17).
Scroll down to learn more or register for a clinic now.
Take your pick:
1. Beginner
Start riding safely and comfortably in a group with the ultimate goal of completing your first Gran Fondo.
Suitable for beginners. All levels of fitness welcome.
2. Women’s
Like the idea of My FirstFondo, but prefer to train with a group of women, led by women? This is the clinic for you!
Suitable for beginners / improvers. All levels of fitness welcome.
3. Intermediate
Beginner Clinic graduate? Already conquered a Fondo? Improve your riding prowess and challenge your personal best.
Suitable for intermediate riders. Average fitness levels and up recommended / you can ride a bike for over 60km already.
Local locations
| Location | Level | Day | Time |
| Comor Sports – North Vancouver | Beginner | Wednesdays | 6:00pm to 7:30pm |
| West Point Cycles, Main Street – Vancouver | Beginner | Tuesdays | 6:00pm to 7:30pm |
| Krusty’s Bikes – Richmond | Beginner | Tuesdays | 6:00pm to 7:30pm |
| Vanier Park: Women’s Clinic – Vancouver | Beginner | Tuesdays & Wednesdays | 6:00pm to 7:30pm |
| The Original Bicycle Shop – New Westminster | Beginner | Tuesdays | 6:00pm to 7:30pm |
| Pitt Meadows Cycle – Pitt Meadows | Beginner | Tue – Thurs (exact day TBD) | 6:00pm to 7:30pm |
| Fortius Sport & Health – Burnaby | Beginner | Wednesdays | 6:00pm to 7:30pm |
| Allan McGavin Sports Physiotherapy Clinic – UBC | Beginner | Wednesdays | 6:30pm to 8:00pm |
| West Point Cycles, West 10th Ave – Vancouver | Intermediate | Wednesdays | 6:00pm to 7:30pm |
| Steed Cycles – North Vancouver | Intermediate | Tuesdays | 6:00pm to 7:30pm |
What’s included
- Fondo Clinics official Training Jersey included in registration fee (kit design coming soon)
- 12 weekly 90 min guided sessions
- Discounted RBC GranFondo Whistler 2019 registration
- Detailed training plans and practice exercises
- Exclusive kickoff party, week 1
- Access to group rides and other fun social events including PrimaFondos and group rides
- Expert guest speakers
- & many more surprises
Meet the people involved
Refer a friend
Back by popular demand, when you refer a friend you’ll be placed into a draw to both win your RBC GranFondo Whistler entries! Simply have your friend enter your name during the registration process when asked “Who referred you to the program?”.
The draw takes place at the kickoff party, week 1.
Pricing
You can choose to register for the clinic only, or you can bundle your training clinic with an entry into the RBC GranFondo Whistler at the lowest pricing ($225). If you wish to receive this lowest pricing, simply register for a clinic, and we will contact you with a discount code to register with.
| Option | Training Clinic Only | Training Clinic + Entry to RBC GranFondo Whistler |
| Beginner Clinic | $300 | $525 |
| Women’s Clinic | $300 | $525 |
| Intermediate Clinic | $300 | $525 |
Plus taxes & processing fees. Once you’ve registered for a clinic, you can enter RBC GranFondo Whistler with lowest pricing at any time.