How to Join Team Sheeper

How do I get started?

  1. Write to Mike Osmond, team manager, to get your questions answered. You can also arrange to meet him at a workout if you would like more guidance.
  2. Come observe a workout. The coaches may not have time to help you individually, but please come to see how a typical training session works.
  3. Write to information to set up a meeting with Tim Sheeper. Every new member starts off with a 1-on-1 with Tim so that he can get to know you and see how the team can best serve your needs. Or call 650-328-SWIM (650-328-7946)
  4. If you're a beginner, try our Level 1 program. Write to Hani Juha, our Level 1 coach, if you would like more specific information.

The Team Sheeper pricing structure and workout schedule are designed for flexibility. We are all busy, with full lives that can make fitting in training and racing a challenge. The team encourages balance and creating your best schedule for your own best results. This means that there are a lot of membership choices — you get to choose your membership level and the workouts you attend.

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Included with membership

  • Workouts on the days and for the sports you choose
  • Team competitive events, fun activities, tours, camps, and social events. Note that some events have extra costs, such as for sag, lodging, and meals
  • Community email services that include daily notification of workout plans and periodic news updates
  • Community website services that include team roster, photos, event plans, a Google Group and more
  • An annual plan with team goals that include target events and build-up training events
  • At-cost pricing on purchase of team apparel
  • Discounts on merchandise and services from team sponsors

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Membership levels overview

Here's a quick list of the types of membership. For pricing, add-ons, and discounts, visit the Membership Levels page. Choose your sports, and choose your time!

Full Triathlon, three sports:
Includes all workouts and activities, all week, plus Menlo Masters swim membership.

Weekday Only Triathlon:
Includes all workouts plus all Menlo Masters swims, Monday through Friday. 

Weekend Only Triathlon:
Includes all workouts plus all Menlo Masters swims, Saturday and Sunday.

Two Sport:
Includes all workouts for the two sports of your choice. If one is swimming, you'll automatically join Menlo Masters.

One Sport:
We offer Bike Only and Run Only memberships. If you're interested in only swim, join Menlo Masters separately.

Level 1 Full:
Includes Level 1 workouts plus all Team Sheeper workouts and all Menlo Masters Swimming workouts.

Level 1 Limited:
Includes Level 1 workouts Tuesday evening and Saturday morning plus two Menlo Masters swims per week.

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Level 1 membership

The Team Sheeper Level 1 program is for those with...

  1. No athletic experience, who wish to get in shape and are curious about triathlon.
  2. An athletic background or expertise in one of the sports who wish to add the others and put it all together.
  3. Experience, but who are lacking fitness in one sport or another, or who need to learn basic skills.

There are two workouts each week specifically for Level 1 — Tue night runs and Sat morning bikes. And Level 1 enjoys the coaching of expert mentor Jake Havenar who leads the workouts and guides the program.

There are two Level 1 memberships to choose from. Level 1 Full includes all Team Sheeper workouts and full Menlo Masters swimming membership. Level 1 Limited includes only the Tue and Sat workouts plus any two Masters swims per week.

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Newcomer information

If you're new to Team Sheeper and don't know how to start, simply get in touch with Mike, Jake, or Tim. They can answer all your questions about how to choose the membership level that's right for you. They can tell you what to bring to workouts and how to get acquainted — anything you need to know.

You can also come observe a workout. No matter what your experience, you can find workouts and a schedule to fit your goals. Our team possesses a huge range of skills and we like training and racing together, no matter what our individual experience and fitness. So you will get to train with athletes who can teach you a thing or two, plus you'll have every opportunity to fill in gaps in your knowledge and add new skills to your repertoire.

See you out there!

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Membership FAQ

Q: If I sign up for a two-sport membership, like Swim-Bike, how much does it cost to add on the strength or Pilates classes?

A: You are welcome to come to strength sessions and our stretching and Pilates classes at no extra cost. They are an important component to a balanced training program and we want all our athletes to stay healthy and work cross-training into their routine. Consider upgrading to full triathlon membership if you find you're benefiting from additional workouts.

Q: If I'm a Full Triathlon member, can I come to Level 1 workouts?

A: Yes. Level 1 is for anyone who needs basic skills or an extremely low-key workout. Level 1 workouts include instruction on form and technique, with an emphasis on individual assistance. So if you're missing basic bike handling skills or want to learn more about an efficient pedal stroke, come to the Saturday ride. Or if you're recovering from an injury and wish an easy run plus a great stretch on a Wed evening, please come to Level 1.

Q: If I'm a Level 1 member, can I attend Pilates and strength workouts?

A: If you're a Level 1 Full member, yes. Full membership provides access to any Team Sheeper workout any time, including all Menlo Masters swims. If you're a Level 1 Limited member, you can attend the Level 1 workouts on Tuesday evenings and Saturday mornings plus two swims weekly. Level 1 also offers periodic clinics and seminars that are open to all.

Q: Does Level 1 Limited membership mean I'm a Menlo Masters swimmer too?

A: Yes, but your Limited membership covers just two workouts per week. Come to any two swims that you see on the Menlo Masters schedule. You can also opt in to receive Menlo Masters email news. And as a Menlo Masters workout participant, you will be required to pay the USMS annual fee when you register.

Q: How do I pay?

A: You can choose an annual payment or automatic credit card payments either quarterly or monthly. If you're annual, then you need to renew each year. If you're quarterly or monthly, you'll be charged automatically until you cancel your membership. Find the details on the Membership Levels page.

Q: What add-on services are there?

A: We have two add-on options to give you more flexibility with your schedule and provide extra training opportunities. First, you can add unlimited Lap Swimming at the Burgess Park pools for $10 extra per month. Second, for our women runners, consider adding a Tattersols membership. Tattersols features a track workout, offroad and road runs each week. Tattersols is also $10 extra per month. You can add both these services when you sign up for Team Sheeper.

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