Lisa's Coaching Philosophy

"I really believe my athletes determine their success. I can only guide them, offer a glimpse of what is possible...but knowing what is possible is everything! Everyone has talent, but the question is: What does it take to maximize it? From a coach's perspective, it requires a unique approach for each athlete. Combining common sense and a careful application of scientific training methods will yield results. From the athlete's perspective, they need to commit to following their plan as well as rely on their relationship with me - the coach - to guide them towards our goals. After all, the athlete's goal is my goal..."
Lisa Keller - Head Coach

"Previous to taking the Basic GNT Clinic in 2004, I had participated in 5 Gold Nugget Triathlons. In 2004, I improved in every part of the triathlon - 297 places in the swim, 191 places in the bike, 406 places for the run and 316 places overall! My 2004 Gold Nugget was the first time I was PROUD of my performance, instead of just saying I had completed the event."

Cheryl Campbell - Multisport Training of Alaska client

Clinics and Sessions

Title Date Status Sign Up!
Gold Nugget Workout Group 2/24-5/17 Open Sign Up!
Basic Training for GNT 2/28-5/16 Open Sign Up!
Kid's Triathlon Camp 6/4-6/6 Open Sign Up!
Triathlete Swim Group 3/26-6/13 Open Sign Up!
Summer Running Group 4/1-8/12 Open Sign Up!
Triathlete Swim Group 5/29-8/14 Open Sign Up!

Gold Nugget Base Training
GNT Base Training classes are designed specifically for women training for the Gold Nugget Triathlon.  Classes meet nine times over a period of 12 weeks; workouts focus on technique and aerobic base building in swimming, biking, and running.  Four different levels of training schedules are available, from beginner to advanced, providing workouts beyond the class days for the entire 12 weeks.  All experience levels are welcome including women who have never done a triathlon. Classes meet February 28 – May 16.  Locations are varied and to be announced but are mostly at the Moseley Center at APU, the Dome at Changepoint, and the YMCA.  Dates, times, and cost are on the sign up form.

Basic Training for the Gold Nugget Triathlon
The Basic Training for the Gold Nugget Triathlon clinic is seminar style (we will not be doing workouts).  Classes meet February 28 – May 16 (see registration form for specific dates) All classes meet at the YMCA (5353 Lake Otis Parkway).  The cost is $175 and class size is limited to 25; to reserve your spot send in your check with the registration form.  The following topics are covered: swim technique, bike technique, run technique, the Gold Nugget course, racing strategies and techniques, race nutrition, race clothing, transitions, and final preparations.  A weekly training schedule is included.  The schedule starts February 24 and will be emailed out the week before class starts.  There are four levels of training hours to accommodate all abilities.  This class draws a wide range of abilities, from first-time triathletes to those who want to improve on past performances. 

Kid's Triathlon Camp
Kids’ Triathlon Camp is for 6 – 12 year olds who are participating in the kids’ race at the Eagle River Triathlon. Swimming, biking, running, transitions, and bike maintenance will be covered. This is a fun camp, not a training camp. Skills will be taught through games/play. The goal is to lessen race anxiety while emphasizing the enjoyment of physical activity. The camp is June 4 – 6, 2 – 5 p.m., at the APU Moseley Sports Center. Cost is $125 for one child and $110 for each additional sibling. Additional information is on the attached registration form. To reserve your spot send in the registration form with payment.

Triathlete Swim Group
Triathlete Swim group is for triathletes of all abilities. Workouts will be exclusively freestyle (crawl) and will be geared toward each individual’s goal race distance and goal race date.  The group meets at the APU Moseley Sports Center pool.  The next session is Thursdays, 8 – 9 a.m., May 29 – August 14.  Cost is $90.  To reserve your spot send in the attached registration form with payment. 

Summer Run Groups
Meets: Tuesdays, April 1 – August 12

  • 9:45 a.m., at the Dome then West High School moving to 12 noon beginning May 27th
  • 6:45 p.m., at the Dome then Service High School

Kid's Triathlon Camp
Kids’ Triathlon Camp is for 6 – 12 year olds who are participating in the kids’ race at the Eagle River Triathlon. Swimming, biking, running, transitions, and bike maintenance will be covered. This is a fun camp, not a training camp. Skills will be taught through games/play. The goal is to lessen race anxiety while emphasizing the enjoyment of physical activity.
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Summer Run Technique and Tempo Groups
The groups are open to all abilities although you should have a running (not walking) base of at least 2.5 hours a week.    This is a great transition to the higher intensity workouts that will begin in April.
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Gold Nugget Workout Group
All abilities will be accommodated, even if you are brand new to the GNT.  Workouts will be bricks; either swim/bike or bike/run workouts that will mimic the demands of the Gold Nugget.  Early workouts may be inside but will move onto the GNT course as the weather allows.
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