As part of the club’s membership, the club looks to offer as many opportunities for its members to come together to train with like-minded people.
Our weekly training schedule varies according to the time of year. The Summer programme usually runs from April – August, while the Winter programme usually runs from September – March.
The SUMMER training program is as follows:
SUMMER PROGRAMME: April – August
| Day | Session | Meeting Time | Club App | Membership |
| Monday | Free open water coaching | 6.30, 7.00, 7.30pm @Shepperton lake | Yes | Full only |
| Tuesday | Mid-week ride | 6.50pm for 7pm @Cowey Sale Car Park | Yes | All |
| Wednesday | River cat & mouse run | 6.50pm for 7pm under Walton bridge | Yes | All |
| Thursday | Zwift TT Series |
7pm @Zwift |
Yes | All |
| Friday | Track | 6pm @Xcel Walton on Thames | Yes | Full only |
| Saturday OR Sunday | 1 Free open water swim | 6.30 – 11.00am @Shepperton lake | N/A | Full only |
| Saturday | Open ride | 7.50am for 8am @Cowey Sale Car Park | Yes | All |
| Sunday | Club ride. All ability groups | 7.50am for 8am @Cowey Sale Car Park | Yes | All |
The WINTER training program is as follows:
WINTER PROGRAMME: September – March
| Day | Session | Meeting Time | Club App | Membership |
| Monday | ||||
| Tuesday | ||||
| Wednesday | ||||
| Thursday | Zwift TT Series |
7pm @Zwift |
Yes | All |
| Friday | Track | 6pm @Xcel Walton on Thames | Yes | Full only |
| Saturday | Open ride | 7.50am for 8am @Cowey Sale Car Park | Yes | All |
| Saturday | Dirty Viceroys MTB/gravel |
7.50am for 8am @Winterdown Rd Car Park | Yes | All |
| Sunday | Club ride. All ability groups | 7.50am for 8am @Cowey Sale Car Park | Yes | All |
| Sunday | Dirty Viceroys MTB/gravel |
7.50am for 8am @Winterdown Rd Car Park | Yes | All |
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
NB: Coached Bike Skill Rides: designed to help improve novice cyclists knowledge of basic road safety, etiquette, riding in a group, gear management as well as developing individuals endurance levels whilst learning new routes which the club uses throughout the year. Riders are encouraged to respect the designated ride pace and not to high jack the ride as this will affect the pace of the ride for those who it is designed for.
Please check the club App or contact Nick Christian for further details and to see the next ride date.
NB: During the summer months: The open water swimming is at Shepperton Lake and utilises the club’s BTF Level 3 Coach.
All sessions lasts 30mins and focuses on swim technique, open water skills and confidence; as well as improved endurance and pure speed – all sessions are free for all full VTC members. Full members are entitled to choose one session.
The Friday track session at Xcel Leisure Centre Sports Hub track (Waterside Drive, Walton on Thames, KT12 2JQ) is free for all full VTC members.
A valid full VTC membership card allows members to have one free swim at Shepperton Lake every weekend, either Saturday or Sunday.
Club Championship: The Club Championships are designed to bring the club together and race the same event. Whether as an individual or as part of a team due to injury, we hope everyone has a great time.
