Season Kick-Off Party

Season Kick-Off Party

Let’s kick off the season together and make 2026 our best year yet!

Let’s kick off the season together and make 2026 our best year yet!

You're Invited!

2026 Season Kick-Off Party 
Wednesday, March 18 | 6:00 PM
Central Park Tavern (327 W 57th Street)


Join us for an exciting evening as we officially kick off the 2026 season!

Our Season Kickoff Party is a chance to connect with fellow athletes, celebrate the season ahead, and get inspired for the year of racing and training to come. Whether you’re preparing for your first triathlon or you’re a seasoned racer, this event is the perfect way to get motivated and energized for the season.

Come enjoy a fun night of community, food, and inspiration as we set the tone for an amazing year ahead. We can’t wait to see you there!

Friends & family over 21 are welcome! 

Event Timeline

6:00 – 6:30 PM – Info Session 

Join us for an informal info session to meet your coaches and future teammates, and learn more about the club, swim programs, camps, 70.3 program, beginner program, 1:1 coaching and more!

6:30 – 8:00 PM – Team Social 

Stick around and enjoy good food, drinks and laughs with new and old teammates.  We'll be raffling off tons of great prizes from our partners and sponsors including free race entries!

What to Expect

Accomplishing a goal requires commitment and accountability.  

What to Expect at the Kickoff Party

  • Meet and connect with fellow Empire Tri Club athletes

  • Get inspired for the upcoming triathlon season

  • Meet the coaching team and club ambassadors

  • Learn about 2026 training programs, races, and club opportunities

  • Ask questions about training, racing, and goal setting

  • Celebrate the start of the season with the club community

  • Win great raffle prizes from our partners and sponsors

We’re passionate about what we do.  Our goal is to help you succeed!

Raffle Prizes

A special thanks to our partners and sponsors. At the event, you'll have the chance to win some GREAT prizes including:

  • GoGoGone Bike Tune Up

  • Wyckoff Triathlon & Lap the Lake Race Entry

  • Ironman 70.3 Jones Beach Race Entry

  • Race Awesome Multi-Sport SEASON pass, which includes one free entry into EACH of the following:

    • 4/11 Cedar Creek Spring Duathlon

    • 5/31 All Women's Whisper Tri

    • 6/28 Great Gatsby Triathlon

    • 7/12 Jamesport TRI

    • 9/19 SeaCliff TRI

    • 10/10 Cedar Creek Fall Duathlon

  • Sailfish wetsuit & race number belt

  • UCAN Nutrition

  • Next Level Physio Water bottles

  • Zealios race relief gel & suncreseen

Season Kick-Off Party RSVP

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Privacy Policy

Your privacy and security are important to us. Because we gather certain types of information about The Empire Tri Club, LLC. (“Empire Tri Club”) users, we feel you should fully understand the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy surrounding the capture and use of that information.

At a glance

At a glance

Shaping the way beginner, experienced and novice athletes train - it's not training, it's a lifestyle.

Shaping the way beginner, experienced and novice athletes train - it's not training, it's a lifestyle.

At A Glance

Whether you’re a first timer looking for guidance, embarking on a new fitness challenge, need a coach or group to help you stick to your fitness or racing goals, or simply looking to get into great shape in the company of good friends in a fun, supportive environment, we welcome the opportunity to help you meet your goals!

150+

Club Members

When you join the club, teammates become lifelong friends. Our community includes 150+ club members who support, encourage and push one another to dream big and have fun!

400+

First time triathlon finishers

Since our first beginner program in 2011, we have helped hundreds of athletes train for their first race to earn the title of "triathlete". Many have gone on to complete an Olympic, 70.3 or full Ironman.

100+

Ironman Finishers

"You are an Ironman" are words you will never forget. Since our inception, we have helped over 100 athletes earn this distinguished title.

1,000+

Open Water Swim Clinic Participants

Since 2011, we've hosted the largest open water swim clinic series in NYC. Year after year, nearly 100% of athletes report they felt prepared for their race and would recommend our clinic to a friend.

20+

Countries Represented

20+ countries represented. Our inclusive triathlon community welcomes all ages, abilities, ethnicities & LGBTQ+—united by a shared love for the sport.

15+

Years in business

…And we're not going anywhere! We've survived a pandemic and an ever-changing endurance industry to prove we're strong, adaptable and not backing down.

At A Glance

Whether you’re a first timer looking for guidance, embarking on a new fitness challenge, need a coach or group to help you stick to your fitness or racing goals, or simply looking to get into great shape in the company of good friends in a fun, supportive environment, we welcome the opportunity to help you meet your goals!

150+

Club Members

When you join the club, teammates become lifelong friends. Our community includes 150+ club members who support, encourage and push one another to dream big and have fun!

400+

First time triathlon finishers

Since our first beginner program in 2011, we have helped hundreds of athletes train for their first race to earn the title of "triathlete". Many have gone on to complete an Olympic, 70.3 or full Ironman.

100+

Ironman Finishers

"You are an Ironman" are words you will never forget. Since our inception, we have helped over 100 athletes earn this distinguished title.

1,000+

Open Water Swim Clinic Participants

Since 2011, we've hosted the largest open water swim clinic series in NYC. Year after year, nearly 100% of athletes report they felt prepared for their race and would recommend our clinic to a friend.

20+

Countries Represented

20+ countries represented. Our inclusive triathlon community welcomes all ages, abilities, ethnicities & LGBTQ+—united by a shared love for the sport.

15+

Years in business

…And we're not going anywhere! We've survived a pandemic and an ever-changing endurance industry to prove we're strong, adaptable and not backing down.

At A Glance

Whether you’re a first timer looking for guidance, embarking on a new fitness challenge, need a coach or group to help you stick to your fitness or racing goals, or simply looking to get into great shape in the company of good friends in a fun, supportive environment, we welcome the opportunity to help you meet your goals!

150+

Club Members

When you join the club, teammates become lifelong friends. Our community includes 150+ club members who support, encourage and push one another to dream big and have fun!

400+

First time triathlon finishers

Since our first beginner program in 2011, we have helped hundreds of athletes train for their first race to earn the title of "triathlete". Many have gone on to complete an Olympic, 70.3 or full Ironman.

100+

Ironman Finishers

"You are an Ironman" are words you will never forget. Since our inception, we have helped over 100 athletes earn this distinguished title.

1,000+

Open Water Swim Clinic Participants

Since 2011, we've hosted the largest open water swim clinic series in NYC. Year after year, nearly 100% of athletes report they felt prepared for their race and would recommend our clinic to a friend.

20+

Countries Represented

20+ countries represented. Our inclusive triathlon community welcomes all ages, abilities, ethnicities & LGBTQ+—united by a shared love for the sport.

15+

Years in business

…And we're not going anywhere! We've survived a pandemic and an ever-changing endurance industry to prove we're strong, adaptable and not backing down.

What We Offer

Empire Tri Club is your one-stop-shop for all your athletic needs. Our range of virtual and in-person memberships and coaching options will keep you connected and in peak performance.

Memberships

Beginner Programs

Destination Training Camps

Open Water Swimming

Private Coaching

Masters Swim Programs

Personal Training

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