Responses from the camp
Hi Wes-
Kudos on the camp! The location was great with the Lookout Inn which is out of town with less traffic and close to the reservoir. You had excellent speakers and topics. The running clinic and periodization/training planning with Joe Friel was A++++. Good workouts in all three sports. The Stroke n Stride fit in nicely. It was an excellent well-rounded camp. I used your baby powder trick for the transition area! You made sure everyone had enough attention, you were accessible and approachable with questions and awesome swag/goodie bag…books and DVDs. I know you will be very successful in your endeavors.
Thanks and best of luck,
Renee from New York
Dear Wes,
I have to say that I really loved the camp while I was there, including the big hill on the bike (well, admittedly I didn't like it until I had reached the top, but then I wanted to ride up it again). Even better, though were the wonderful effects of all that I had learned sinking in. I had an Olympic race last weekend and shaved minutes off of my transition times in addition to better and more confident bike and run, and I have been putting all of the lessons on nutrition, psychology, stretching and technique to work.
THANK YOU!!!!!
Tracy from Chicago, IL
Dear Wes,
I found the camp to be very educational. The feedback from the coaches was great. I learned some new techniques such as how to climb without bursting a lung (even at altitude!) and how to run more efficiently. I also met a great group of people, coaches and campers included, that have confirmed that triathlon is not only a sport, but a great community to be a part of. The combination of a thorough explanation of Periodization, solid information about race nutrition, individual technique feedback and some simple suggestions for meeting the mental challenges of tris really solidified everything for me. I am no longer intimidated by the prospect of planning my own season and adjusting it accordingly.
On a more personal note - you and Adam were really supportive and generous with your knowledge. I really appreciated the size of the group and the organization of the weekend. What can I say, everyone was really great!
Emily form Brooklyn, NY
As you know, I have been participating in multisport events for over 2 years and I have had 2 different coaches. In 4 days I learned more than either of the 2 previous years. The analysis of my abnormal running style will hopefully keep me from developing another stress fracture of the femur. I have been totally pain free since changing my running style. If this were the only benefit, camp still would have been worth much more than we paid. But there was much more I gleaned from the coaches at camp. On Sunday, during the brick workout, Adam gave me some tips on biking hills that has already proven beneficial. Paul kept me from drowning during the Stroke and Stride on Thursday and gave me pointers on relaxing when I freak during open water swims. His counsel may one day truly be a lifesaver. Tim took us on the most delightful and challenging bike ride. He is an excellent coach and one really great guy.
The lectures provided were timely and answered many questions on training for multisport events. We all enjoyed Siri's talk. Having the opportunity to hear how Siri and yourself became involved in and progressed through the sport was inspirational.
Wes, you could not have organized a better group of coaches. Adam, Paul, Kristen and Tim were all personable and very capable. Joe is obviously a legend and Bruce and Paige are becoming legends. I would not change the content of the training. I cannot imagine anyone wanting for more.
Personally, I think you should ask for more tuition for the camp. I think you have undervalued your services. Having 4 days of access to a legend (yeah, that's you) in the field of triathlon is worth much more than $400. Kelley and I enjoyed getting to know you. We feel as if we have a new friend in Boulder. You always have a place to stay if you are in the Dallas area.
Stay in touch,
Brian from Dallas, TX
Wes,
I recently had the pleasure of participating in Wes Hobson's Olympic Triathlon Camp. To say that I received an incredible amount of information, and it went beyond my expectations would be a huge understatement. Wes and his staff provided five star service, along with significant one on one time with each of us. Our group had a wide range of abilities and experience. The staff was just as willing to spend time on basic beginning triathlon questions as they were to answer questions from participants that had competed in over 50 events. For those of us dreaming of completing an Ironman, they provided a lot of valuable information.
If you are looking for techniques that will make you faster and help you go farther, I highly recommend Wes' camps. The most valuable outcome for me was the amount of support and individual attention I received from Wes and the entire staff. As a beginner in his 50's, I felt that I not only found a coach, but made a friend with a guy that had my best interests in his heart. I can assure you that you will have a similar experience. Go for it!
I sincerely admire the effort that Wes is putting into his business. I believe all his hard work will pay off in building a highly recognizable name in the area of triathlon coaching. Just keep making it fun! Wes, don't set good goals, make them unreasonable. Use the mental toughness you displayed in your competitive career to grow your best. See you on the backroads!
Mark from Carbondale, CO
Hi Wes-
Thank you again for the camp experience. I got home to Taos last night and made my family watch the "Ride" DVD and then the "Through the Eyes" DVD. The second DVD gave me a much more clearer picture of what you have personally put yourself through. It was inspiring to say the least. For your upcoming camps, I would suggest that you send that out in advance of the camp. I think that every camper would have a much greater appreciation of your own experiences.
My new challenge is to try to integrate Joe Friel's training plans with the plan that I already have, which is solely geared to getting my time down for the Chicago Marathon in October. If there is any thing that I can do to help promote your programs, please let me know as you have a dedicated follower here.
Thanks again,
Fred from Taos, NM
