The mission of Kronos Triathlon Club is to advance the development of short-course draft-legal triathlon within the community, region, and country, while fostering the physical, emotional, and mental well-being of athletes and their families.

Provide athletes with the most appropriate training, facilities, and culture to meet their goals and be active for life. Every individual deserves the opportunity to live a fulfilling and happy life through sport.

HARD WORK: We believe that hard work is the foundation for individual growth, building confidence and achieving goals.

SENCE OF COMMUNITY: We believe that our organization is a space where individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds can be part of a supportive community linked by the love of physical activity and multisport.

COACHABILITY & HUMILITY: We believe that our athletes and coaches can be positive influences in the world when they strive to be humble and teachable.

PERFORMANCE: The Kronos Triathlon Club will produce athletes who perform at the highest level of sport: Olympic and Paralympic Games, International Competitions, and National & Provincial Championships

LONGEVITY: The Kronos Triathlon Club will promote life-long health and physical activity to ensure that participants’ physical and mental well-being is the top priority.

EDUCATION: The Kronos Triathlon Club will produce skilled, competent, and caring coaches who will help to promote the sport of triathlon throughout the world in a positive and uplifting manner.

INCLUSIVITY: The Kronos Triathlon Club will provide inclusive programming for athletes with impairments. The Kronos Triathlon Club will foster an environment of inclusion where individuals can participate in the sport of triathlon regardless of diverse backgrounds.

Fundraising

Kronos requires all member athletes and/or families registered in full-year and/or partial programs to actively participate in fundraising events throughout the year. Kronos relies on fundraising to keep program costs low and program quality high. An annual opt-out payment is available for athletes and/or families who choose to not participate in fundraising.

Volunteering - Calgary Kids of Steel

Kronos requires all member athletes and/or families registered in full-year and/or partial programs to volunteer at the Calgary Kids of Steel (CKOS) event, typically held in June. CKOS is owned and operated by Kronos and is the largest youth triathlon event in the province. One volunteer is required per registered athlete, i.e. if a family has 3 athletes registered then 3 volunteer positions are required to be filled. Refer to the athlete and/or program guide for more information.

Volunteering - Casinos

Kronos requires all member athletes and/or families registered in full-year and/or partial programs to volunteer at Casinos that have been awarded to Kronos by the Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission. Casino events are typically awarded to Kronos every 18-24 months. One volunteer is required per family. Special circumstances may exist that prevent an athlete or family from volunteering at these types of events; excusal from these types of events is available by contacting the Kronos Treasurer (treasurer@trikronos.com).

Volunteering - Club Events

Kronos requires all member athletes and/or families registered in full-year and/or partial programs to volunteer at Kronos events throughout the year. Kronos relies on athletes and/or family members, especially those of the Development, Junior, and Elite programs, to fill critical volunteer positions. Volunteer requirements vary by program and are outlined in the Athlete and/or Program Guide.

Fundraising and Volunteer Deposit

The club requires all member athletes and/or families to provide a volunteer bond to ensure fundraising commitments have been satisfied and critical volunteering commitments are met. A $300 bond will be charged to your credit card as part of the registration process.  The $300 bond will be returned at the end of the year if the volunteer commitments have been fulfilled. This bond replaces the previous option to opt-out of volunteering.

Parents agree to the following:

• Actively participate in fundraising throughout the season, or purchase the opt-out option;

• Provide volunteer(s), as required, for the CKOS event;

• Provide volunteer(s), as required, for Casino events;

• Satisfy the volunteer requirements for programs which I am registering for or have athletes registered in.

• Professional NCCP certified coaches with extensive backgrounds in swimming, cycling, running and triathlon.

• Access to some of Calgary's best facilities.

• Use of leading edge technology.

• Reasonable fees and relatively low volunteering/fundraising requirements.

• Discounted access to bikes, swim gear, and race equipment.

• Our club is fun and very social. Our welcoming team atmosphere has athletes looking forward to even the most challenging training sessions.

• Triathlon is a great "2nd sport". Athletes involved in other sports find that triathlon provides an incredible boost to their fitness levels, and an opportunity to compete in exciting races over the summer.

• Triathlon is also a great sport for kids and youth to join at any age. Many of our top athletes have entered the sport in their teens.

• Athletes with a background in competitive swimming, synchronized swimming, soccer, hockey, skiing, basketball, or any other sport will generally make a very successful transition into triathlon.

• Triathlon is a lifetime sport, with athletes remaining engaged in the sport well into adulthood.

• Kronos is an adult & junior swim club, running club, and cycling club all in one. Receive top notch swim training, run training, strength training and bike training.

• Triathletes at all ends of the recreational and competitive spectrum see tremendous physical benefits from their training. Strength, endurance, speed, flexibility, and co-ordination are enhanced in all 3 sports (swimming, cycling and running).

• Triathlon provides an opportunity to develop individually and work as a team. Our team training environment helps get the best out of all athletes, and teamwork is a key element in many races (relays, draft-legal etc.).

• Triathletes learn discipline, perseverance, goal setting, time management, and many other skills required to be successful in the real world. Many of our youth and young adult athletes are top academic performers, and are prepared for the challenges of post secondary and adult life.

• Lisa Mensink (Olympian, Beijing 2008)

• Stefan Daniel (2 X Paralympian Medalist and 5 X World Champion)

• Sophia Howell (Elite Triathlete, Current World Ranking of 130th)

• Chris Gregor, Hayden Woodrow (Elite Triathletes)

• Eric Dokter, Ella Hnatyshyn (Professional 70.3 Triathletes)

• Emma Skaug (Former Paratriathlon Guide and Elite Triathlete)

• Dozens of Canada Summer Games, Western Canada Summer Games, and Alberta Summer Games athletes

• More than 1000 athletes over the past 20+ years