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Bike and Transition Skills session coming up at the Brownlee Centre in Leeds. Will this be the season where you upgrade your skills and speed through the transitions like a (good) pro? Saturday 27th April 1500-1700hrs is your chance to learn and practice to make perfect. Booking link in the comments.

Small group swim session this coming Saturday March 16th 1600-1715hrs

Where: The Edge, University of Leeds, Willow Terrace Road, Leeds LS2 9JT

Focus on technique and developing swimming speed

Max. 5 athletes to ensure sufficient personal attention

Short report with recommendations included

Booking: https://thesportsashram.com/product/swim-session-march/

EDIT: February session fully booked - March date to be announced soon.

Coach in action - next session Saturday February 24th 1600-1715hrs

Where: The Edge, University of Leeds, Willow Terrace Road, Leeds LS2 9JT

Focus on technique and developing swimming speed

Max. 5 athletes to ensure sufficient personal attention

Short report with recommendations included

Booking: www.thesportsashram.com . .

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