SWIM

New Plymouth Masters Swimmers (SEALS)

• Every Sunday 8am

• Bell Block Pool

• Non-competitive members $20 annual fee + pool entry

• Appropriate for: Anybody gasping at two lengths, to swimming the cook strait (20yrs +). Join for encouragement, coaching, training and friendship.

• Contact: Michael Kaye (secretary) 0279366747 or mkaye@xtra.co.nz

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Sue's Swim Squad

• Most Sunday's 4.45pm

• Todd Energy Aquatic Centre

• Pool Entry required + coaching cost

• Appropriate for: Adults looking to improve their swimming technique. These sessions are run by an experienced Ironman athlete, surf lifesaver and swim coach.

• Contact: Sue McMaster 0274319290 

 

BIKE

Taranaki Recreational Cycling

• Some Sunday mornings

• Egmont Village Hall

• $3 per ride

• Appropriate for: Anybody wanting a low key race followed by a cuppa and shared food after. Approx 35km

• Follow Taranaki Recreational Cycling on Facebook for event updates.

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Mitchell Cycles Road Cycling Group

• Every Saturday 2.30pm

• Leaves from outside Mitchell Cycles (477 Devon St East, NP)

• Free

• Appropriate for: A variety of riders aiming to cover 40-65km in 1.5-2hrs. Pace is determined by the slowest rider with larger summer groups splitting off into faster and slower bunches.

• Contact: Blair Cox (owner) 06 758 2418

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Crowded House Bunch Ride

• Every Sunday 8am (faster group) or 8.15am (Social Group)

• Leaves from outside Crowded House (93-99 Devon St East, NP)

• Free

• Appropriate for: Faster group rides for 2.5-3hrs, pace can be fast where you may get dropped. Slower group rides for 2-2.5hrs, with a no drop policy. Coffee to follow in town.

• Contact: Peter Bennett 027 4427 569 

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Cycling Taranaki Crit & Track Sessions (Daylight Saving period Only)

• Every Thursday 5.45pm (crit), 6.15pm (track), Daylight Saving period 

• Taranaki Cycle Park (Bell Block)

• $30 for a calendar year to ride both events or $50 per family or $15 for Aug to Dec or $15 Jan to April or  $2 per ride for a casual rider payable on the night. 

• Appropriate for: All abilities! Crit sessions are handicapped with 6 laps completed of the big circuit (approx 10km). Track bikes are available for hire. 

• Contact: Glenn Demchy, demchy@xtra.co.nz

 

RUN

The Frontrunner Intervals

• Every Monday 5.30pm

• Leaves from The Frontrunner Shop (25 Devon St East, NP)

• Free

• Appropriate for: All abilities. A 50min group interval session encourages everyone to challenge themselves while working within their own abilities.

• Contact: Emma at The Frontrunner 06 758 1590

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The Frontrunner Trail Run Group

• Every Wednesday 6pm

• Meets at the end carpark by the dam at Lake Mangamahoe

• Free

• Appropriate for: All abilities are catered for with a walk, run/walk and run option. Multiple groups are all allocated with group leaders to ensure safety and inclusivity

• Contact: Emma at The Frontrunner 06 758 1590

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Energy City Harriers Pack Runs

• Every Tuesday 5.30pm, Saturday 8am

• Leaves from East End SLSC (Nobbs Line, Strandon)

• Free

• Appropriate for: All abilities, multiple pace groups of varying abilities split before the run.Approx 60min duration.

• Contact: Lisa McCready 759 4306

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New Plymouth Joggers & Walkers Club

• Every Wednesday 5.30pm, Every Sunday 8am

• Leaves from Pukekura Park Main Gates (Wed) and Bellringer Pavilion- Pukekura Park (Sun)

• Free

• Appropriate for: All abilities both walkers and joggers. Approximately 60mins duration. Join them for a cuppa at the Tea House every Sunday post run.

• Contact: Alison Franklin 027 254 7663

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