FAQ:
Q: Do I need to have any experience running triathlons?
A: No! Our members come from all sorts of backgrounds. We have track athletes, bikers, triathletes, and even people who have never participated in athletics before!
Q: Do I need to own a bike to participate?
A: No, some of our competitions take place indoors where bikes are not needed, but for outdoor competitions, bikes will be needed. Some of our members have a bike available to share, you can ride indoors at the Missouri S&T Rec Center, or we can work with you to find a new bike or another solution.
Q: Is this an expensive club?
A: All travel and race fees are covered through school funding! The only cost you will be responsible for are the membership dues, and a race suit as well as other apparel if you wish to purchase one.
Q: What are the membership dues?
A: As of Spring 2022, the current dues are $10 per semester to be a training member, and $20 per semester to be a racing member.
Q: There are two different types of membership?
A: Yes! As a training member, you will have access to the team google drive, workout plans, be given a Tri-Miners t-shirt and have the ability to vote in meetings. As a racing member, you will have access to all the benefits of a training member, as well as having the benefit of event entry and travel fees covered. As a racing member you will also have your USAT membership covered!
Q: So I don't have to race if I don't want to?
A: That's right! Each member can choose how much they want to participate in the team. The more you put in, the more you get out. If you aren't comfortable racing, you're welcome to join us in training and living a healthier lifestyle!
A: No! Our members come from all sorts of backgrounds. We have track athletes, bikers, triathletes, and even people who have never participated in athletics before!
Q: Do I need to own a bike to participate?
A: No, some of our competitions take place indoors where bikes are not needed, but for outdoor competitions, bikes will be needed. Some of our members have a bike available to share, you can ride indoors at the Missouri S&T Rec Center, or we can work with you to find a new bike or another solution.
Q: Is this an expensive club?
A: All travel and race fees are covered through school funding! The only cost you will be responsible for are the membership dues, and a race suit as well as other apparel if you wish to purchase one.
Q: What are the membership dues?
A: As of Spring 2022, the current dues are $10 per semester to be a training member, and $20 per semester to be a racing member.
Q: There are two different types of membership?
A: Yes! As a training member, you will have access to the team google drive, workout plans, be given a Tri-Miners t-shirt and have the ability to vote in meetings. As a racing member, you will have access to all the benefits of a training member, as well as having the benefit of event entry and travel fees covered. As a racing member you will also have your USAT membership covered!
Q: So I don't have to race if I don't want to?
A: That's right! Each member can choose how much they want to participate in the team. The more you put in, the more you get out. If you aren't comfortable racing, you're welcome to join us in training and living a healthier lifestyle!