Full Circle Velodromes

In the summer of 1996, I took an introduction to velodrome racing class. I had been riding my bike quite a lot that year and the year prior. Learning how to ride and race on the San Diego Velodrome just seemed like the next natural thing to do with my cycling. A velodrome is an oval track with banked turns. Velodromes can be made out of wood, asphalt, or concrete. They are built indoors and outdoors. There are only 25 velodromes currently in the United States as opposed to Japans 67 velodromes. Recently velodromes are being called hipster Nascar, as the rise of fixed-gear bike riding is currently cool. In my opinion, all things leading to more people on HPVs (human powered vehicles) is good.


Since 1995 I have ridden a bicycle. This is my 16th season racing my bicycle. I still can't get enough of the adrenaline rush of going fast. My motto is going through corners at 30 mph is good, and going through corners at 35 mph is better. My current job is coaching cyclists. I coach all kinds of cyclists: athletic enthusiasts, adventure racers, century riders, masters racers, and a professional. This coaching started when I was asked to be an assistant coach at the San Diego Velodrome in 2008. This is my fourth season as a coach at the velodrome, so it seems I have come full circle. I learned to race on the velodrome in 1996 and now teach people to race on it.


If you want to come and learn how to ride and race on the San Diego Velodrome, click on the link below or let me know. Our six-week classes start in early March and end in late September.








This link is for the 6 week Developmental class at the San Diego Velodrome. This class is appropriate for riders of all levels, from true beginners to experienced trackies. Sean and Jesse will split the class participants up into two groups. The beginner or Level 1 group, and the advanced or level 2 group. The level 1 group will learn the basics of track riding, while the level 2 group will learn more advanced training and racing techniques. The cost is $120 + a $3 online registration fee. The cost of the class includes a rental bike if you need one. Class is from 7-9 PM on Wednesday evenings. Please arrive a little early, especially before the first week of class. You will receive an email a few days before the first class with a reminder and more information.


http://clients.mindbodyonline.com/ws.asp?studioid=7102&stype=-8






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Cheers,
Cycling Coach Jesse Eisner
619-962-3176
www.eisnercoaching.com
www.crankcycling.com

Teaching at the San Diego Velodrome

I have an affinity for cycling. I started riding when I was 19 and was hooked on speed, long miles, cornering, and the freedom of escaping up a mountain on my bike. It is an amazing feeling to tip your bike over in a corner, leaning in to the asphalt. Pushing the pace, pushing the speed, every corner a little faster, a little further. Cycling has helped me to focus my mind at important times in my life. It has been a reprieve from stress and a confidence booster. Cycling even brings me joy and exhilaration.

It is an amazing feeling to help other riders, young and old, to find that same joy and focus in cycling. I have been an instructor as part of the adult program at the San Diego Velodrome for 3 years now. I have recently started teaching the junior track program for the velodrome. It is amazing to see the small faces accomplish new skills and feel rewarded by their efforts. I am happy to encourage new and young riders to join the ranks of cyclists who are seeking a challenge and pushing themselves towards excellence. If you want to learn more about the programs that the San Diego Velodrome offers for adults or children www.sdvelodrome.com

Cheers
Coach Jesse