CRCA Coaching

CRCA COACHES

• Jose Alcala- Jose Alcala is a USCF Category I Coach. He developed as a racer in the famed Wolverine Sports Club and has been a ride leader at the Walden School of Cycling. He has also been a USCF Regional Coaching Coordinator, coached US national teams in international competition and is head coach of the USA Disabled Sports Cycling Team. 212/865.1590.
  
  
• Norman Banks - Norman Banks received coaching training at the US Olympic Training Center in the late 1980s and has been coaching cyclists and tri- and duathletes full-time since 1989. He has developed riders from beginners to the state champions. His greatest strength is in designing personalized conditioning programs for each athlete's needs. 718/645.3275
  
  
• John Campo - John Campo began racing on the track several decades ago (!), is a multiple district championship medalist and has raced successfully on the national level. He has promoted major cycling races and coached many accomplished road and track racers over the years. 212/431.9732.
  
  
• Catherine Chatham - Catherine Chatham started racing with CRCA and progressed to national-level success with World Team and CRCA/Screaming Yellow Zonkers. She has been a Special Interest Groups Instructor for the NY Cycle Club, taking riders from a beginning level to being capable of riding 100 miles or more, fast with good technique. 212/663.6536.
  
  
• John Eustice - John Eustice, two time US Pro Road Champion, has raced at the highest levels in Europe, including the Tours of Spain and Italy, major classics and the World Championships, and was a teammate of Sean Kelly, one of the top pros of all time. He was instrumental in Roberto Gaggioli's move to the US, and has been a team director at the Tour DuPont. 212/645.3275.

Each rider's responsibilities prior to participation in CRCA training sessions include:

• Obtaining a physical check-up and doctors approval before participating in any exercise program.
• Notifying the coach of any special medical conditions (eg high blood pressure, heart condition, tendency to seizures, diabetes, ECT).
• Having a qualified and reputable bicycle repair shop check the safety of your bike.
• Having his/her helmet checked for safety and proper fit. Helmets are mandatory at all CRCA training sessions.
• Inspecting the quick release skewers on both wheels to be sure they are in the closed position and the wheels are secure- Inspecting the bike's tires periodically for cuts or deep gashes in the tread and sidewalls.
• For those with step-in pedals, inspecting the cleats for excessive wear and having new cleats installed if necessary.
• Taking whatever steps necessary to ensure the bicycle, helmet, shoes and cleats work safely.

Riders will be asked to sign a release form and a participation agreement prior to every session they attend and to present a valid CRCA membership card and USCF license.

Remember, the coach cannot protect you from all the risks in cycling. As an athlete you musk know, understand and appreciate all the risks INHERENT in the sport of cycling to be able to assume them. Remember when working out to listen and follow the coaches' safety instructions and warnings. Also, don't be shy about having instructions for a drill or segment of a workout repeated if the instructions are not clear to you.