VeloHeitz

Coaching Philosophy

Competing is a privilege – an opportunity to grow and learn from race to race to race. As a coach it is my dream to offer junior cyclists a strong foundation and knowledge of cycling and motivate them to reach their full potential.

I believe many of life’s lessons can be learned though competition on a bike. My fundamental goal is to instill a solid work ethic, self worth and personal excellence in each athlete by providing them with the tools and life long skills they will develop through training, athletics and competition.

Great athletes are born, but champions are coached. That’s what VeloHeitz is all about. If you’re determined to take you’re cycling to the next level, then let’s approach your training as a partnership, and I’ll help you get there.

As a coach I wear many hats. Often this means I’m a mentor, an advisor, role model, organizer, a source of knowledge and experience, motivation and reassurance.

With VeloHeitz you benefit from my experience of twenty five years racing and fourteen years coaching. What this means to the athlete is that you can focus on your technical development and life balance while I do the following. I’ll take the guesswork out of the equation to develop your training plan. I’ll provide feedback and make adjustments to the plan as the athlete progresses. I’ll provide the knowledge of sport sciences and racing experience that is critical in the development of new riders. I’ll offer the network of people and resources you will need when you become serious about reaching your performance goals.

The underlying philosophy at VeloHeitz is to build a relationship between coach and athlete that is one of communication and trust.

Coaching Services

I am available for a variety coaching services to fit the needs of committed junior cyclists who are ready to take their skills to the next level. I work closely with athletes, their parents and coaches/directors to determine the approach that is right for each student or group of students.

I am determined for athletes to get the most out of our time together and I look forward to every opportunity to share my knowledge and enthusiasm for the sport of cycling.

VeloHeitz Coaching services are available in these formats:

• Clinics: Customizable half-day to week-long action-packed programs for individuals or groups.
• Bike Fittings: An expert evaluation to fit the bike (tool) to the athlete’s body for efficient mechanics, ability to produce power, proper breathing, and achieve balance and comfort.
• Full-time Coaching: Coaching and training provided to select individuals based on specific performance goals.
• Additional Services: Training Program Analysis, Performance Testing, Race Day Support, Personal Athlete Manual
• Community Support: I jump at opportunities to support athlete volunteerism, deliver seminars and clinics on behalf of regional community programs and develop grass roots programs to benefit the community.