DER Group Swim @ Eldorado Aquatic Center

Join Desert Endurance Racing for an in-person group swim at Eldorado Aquatic Center in Scottsdale (details below). You can do the workout that I write for the morning or come do your own swim but with motivation from team members!

Please show up about 5-10 minutes early so we can group up outside before the doors open – that way we can hustle to the pool deck and get lanes next to each other (we’ll share at least 2 to a lane).

If you have any questions, please reach out to me at (303) 941-4721

Eldorado Aquatic Center: 2301 N. Miller Rd. Scottsdale, AZ 85257

Fees to Enter - Passes can be purchased online here: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/.../membe.../search...

Daily Lap Swim/Fitness Center – Adult: Resident = $4 Non-Resident = $6

Lap Swim/Fitness Center Passes - Adult (10 visits): Resident = $40 Non-Resident = $60

Lap Swim/Fitness Center Passes - Adult (30 visits): Resident = $96 Non-Resident = $144

RSVP Event Link: HERE

December 16th: La Vuelta | Stage 21 - Madrid!

Join other Desert Endurance Racing members for a virtual group ride! If you have a smart trainer, feel free to link up in the Rouvy Ride (We’ll explore different routes each week!), or you can simply join in on the Google Meets call while you do your own thing!

Please log in a little early to get your technology rolling and a warmup in – I can provide only minimal technical help once the ride has begun. ** PRO TIP: download the course before we start to make the streaming smoother! **

Links provided below. If you have any questions, please reach out to me at (303) 941-4721.

Don’t have Rouvy? Be sure to use your AZDE discount and sign up! (links on website)!

Rouvy Ride Link: HERE

Google Meets Link: HERE

RSVP Event Link: HERE

Join Desert Endurance Racing and Sole Sports Tempe Run Club for an evening run! You can do your own workout or find someone to run with for motivation. Paces vary from walkers to Boston qualifiers – you just find the gaggle going the same speed and distance as you would like to run.

Please show up about 15 minutes early in order to find parking – this parking lot can be a hassle. There is additional parking across Warner near the community garden. Monday is the fun group! There is usually snacks and socialization afterwards, and often a shoe demo by a popular shoe brand or celebration of some sort – feel free to hang out and meet other runners/triathletes in the Tempe area!

If you have any questions, please reach out to me at (303) 941-4721

Sole Sports Tempe: 1006 E Warner Rd, Tempe, AZ 85284, in between Landis Cyclery and Ghost Ranch

RSVP Event Link: HERE

Join Desert Endurance Racing at Lake Pleasant for a chance to experience cold water swimming! This is your chance to experience cold water exposure with others nearby, test out your wetsuit or simply get in an invigorating swim.

Depending on the temperature, experience and comfort level, this swim will be 30 to 60-min in duration consisting of 1-2 15-minute laps out-and-back from the Castle Creek Boat Ramp. Feel free to swim an even shorter duration if desired. Unless you have experience without, wetsuits are required.

We will meet in the parking lot by the restrooms at the Castle Creek (North) Boat Ramp (See map pin). Please arrive at least 15 minutes early and prepare to be feet wet by 0815.

To ensure a safe and enjoyable swim, please come prepared with the following:
• A brightly colored swim cap (mandatory)
• A safety swim buoy (mandatory)
• Wetsuit (mandatory - water temps updated closer to the day)
• Swim goggles with defog are highly recommended
• A thermal cap, gloves and booties if desired
• Appropriate swimming attire
• Sunscreen and sturdy shore shoes (that can get wet) are highly recommended

If you have any questions, please reach out to me at (303) 941-4721

Reserve your spot: EVENT LINK

DER Group Swim @ Eldorado Aquatic Center

Join Desert Endurance Racing for an in-person group swim at Eldorado Aquatic Center in Scottsdale (details below). You can do the workout that I write for the morning or come do your own swim but with motivation from team members!

Please show up about 5-10 minutes early so we can group up outside before the doors open – that way we can hustle to the pool deck and get lanes next to each other (we’ll share at least 2 to a lane).

If you have any questions, please reach out to me at (303) 941-4721

Eldorado Aquatic Center: 2301 N. Miller Rd. Scottsdale, AZ 85257

Fees to Enter - Passes can be purchased online here: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/.../membe.../search...

Daily Lap Swim/Fitness Center – Adult: Resident = $4 Non-Resident = $6

Lap Swim/Fitness Center Passes - Adult (10 visits): Resident = $40 Non-Resident = $60

Lap Swim/Fitness Center Passes - Adult (30 visits): Resident = $96 Non-Resident = $144

RSVP Event Link: HERE

December 9th: Coastal Berufjorour – Iceland!

Join other Desert Endurance Racing members for a virtual group ride! If you have a smart trainer, feel free to link up in the Rouvy Ride (We’ll explore different routes each week!), or you can simply join in on the Google Meets call while you do your own thing!

Please log in a little early to get your technology rolling and a warmup in – I can provide only minimal technical help once the ride has begun. ** PRO TIP: download the course before we start to make the streaming smoother! **

Links provided below. If you have any questions, please reach out to me at (303) 941-4721.

Don’t have Rouvy? Be sure to use your AZDE discount and sign up! (links on website)!

Rouvy Link: HERE

Google Meets Link: HERE

RSVP Event Link: HERE

Join Desert Endurance Racing and Sole Sports Tempe Run Club for an evening run! You can do your own workout or find someone to run with for motivation. Paces vary from walkers to Boston qualifiers – you just find the gaggle going the same speed and distance as you would like to run.

Please show up about 15 minutes early in order to find parking – this parking lot can be a hassle. There is additional parking across Warner near the community garden. Monday is the fun group! There is usually snacks and socialization afterwards, and often a shoe demo by a popular shoe brand or celebration of some sort – feel free to hang out and meet other runners/triathletes in the Tempe area!

If you have any questions, please reach out to me at (303) 941-4721

Sole Sports Tempe: 1006 E Warner Rd, Tempe, AZ 85284, in between Landis Cyclery and Ghost Ranch

RSVP Event Link: HERE

Desert Endurance Racing will have a canopy on Club Row along the run course!

Come hang out with me and cheer for athletes on the LAST Ironman Arizona!

I will be there at the swim start and cheering for cyclists until about 9:00am then I will be back around 5:30pm to keep those runners running! Come hang out with me at the DER tent on Club Row!

Text me here if you can’t find me: 303-941-4721

RSVP the DER event here: EVENT LINK

Grab your hydration packs and let's go for a trail run! Aravaipa does an amazing job with these races - and these courses are a blast!

Pass Mountain Distances include 50-Mile, 50k, 25k, 10k, and 5k. Event details and registration can be found here: www.aravaiparunning.com/drt-series/pass-mountain/

Punisher Night Run Distances include 30k, 20k, 10k, and 5k. Event details and registration can be found here: www.aravaiparunning.com/insomniac/punisher-night-trail/

Race alongside other Desert Endurance Racing Team members or volunteer and cheer!

(BTW, if you volunteer for Aravaipa races you can earn credits towards future races! Sign up here: www.aravaiparunning.com/volunteer/)

RSVP the DER event here: EVENT LINK

Join Desert Endurance Racing for a chance to cool off with an open water swim that explores the beautiful Lake Pleasant Regional Park waters. This swim is designed to provide a safe and fun way to get some OWS while enjoying the cooler lake temps.

Sunday, November 2nd @0730

Please arrive at least 15 minutes early and prepare to be feet wet by 0745

We will meet in the parking lot by the restrooms at the Castle Creek (North) Boat Ramp (See map pin)

Route

This will be an out-and-back swim of approximately 1-hour (distance is determined by your pace)

To ensure a safe and enjoyable swim, please come prepared with the following:

• A brightly colored swim cap (mandatory)

• A safety swim buoy (mandatory)

• Swim goggles with defog are highly recommended

• Appropriate swimming attire

• A wetsuit if you desire (water temps updated closer to the day)

• Sunscreen and sturdy shore shoes (that can get wet) are highly recommended

POC Kelly: 303-941-4721 or coachkelly@azdesertendurance.com

Reserve your spot: EVENT LINK

Bring your gravel or mountain bike and explore some of the wilderness of Oro Valley!

Route will be on a maintained jeep road that is very much non-technical. Bring plenty of water and food for the duration of the ride, as there will not be anyplace to refill while out. Helmets are required and a red taillight is recommended.

Route will be a lollipop of100% gravel road of moderate difficulty. This 35-mile route is free of rough, gnarly roads that let you crank up Freeman Road on a continuous uphill, then reeling in Coyote and Black Mountain.

If anyone would like to carpool to the parking area, please reach out ahead of time! I can take 1-2 people with me!

Route: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/399924608

POC Kelly: 303-941-4721 or coachkelly@azdesertendurance.com

EVENT LINK

Join Desert Endurance Racing for a challenging group ride that explores the roads around Fountain Hills and Scottsdale! This is a 52-mile ride with XX feet of elevation that will 2800ft elevation gain. There will be a water and restroom stop at the halfway point.

We will meet in the parking lot for the Fountain Hills Park Playground (water and restrooms available). Please arrive early to set up your bike and be prepared to leave at 8am.

To ensure a safe and enjoyable ride, please come prepared with the following:
• Helmet (mandatory)
• Sunglasses / eye protection (mandatory)
• Flashing red rear light (mandatory)
• Enough water and fuel to sustain the duration of the ride (water stop at mile 26)
• Appropriate cycling attire for the weather conditions
• Sunscreen is highly recommended

If you have any questions, please reach out to me at (303) 941-4721

Fountain Hills Park Playground: 17198 E El Lago Blvd, Fountain Hills, AZ 85268

Route GPX: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/420534395

RSVP Event Link: HERE

Test your mental toughness and stamina with a climb up Mount Lemmon in Tucson!

Take advantage of temperatures that drop as you work harder - the views and cookies at the top are worth the effort!

Please arrive at least 15 minutes early and prepare to be wheels down by 0815

We will meet in the parking lot near Le Buzz Caffe located at 9121 E Tanque Verde Rd in Tucson. (See map pin)

Route

This self-paced out-and-back ride will cover approximately 60 miles of riding with 6000-ft of elevation gain in the first 30 miles! We will regroup at the top and have cookies at The Cookie Cabin before sailing back down to the cars.

This challenging ride will take somewhere around 3-5 hours depending on your fitness level and number of stops. There are no water sources until Bigelow Trailhead (mile 24), so you need to carry enough water and nutrition to support your ride.

Temperatures average 74-degrees at the bottom and 57-degrees at the top but can be much cooler, so plan your clothing appropriately.

To ensure a safe and enjoyable ride, please come prepared with the following:

• A well-maintained bicycle

• A helmet (mandatory)

• A rear, flashing red light (mandatory)

• Water bottles and snacks (mandatory)

• A charged cell phone in case of emergency (mandatory)

• Appropriate cycling attire

• Sunscreen and sunglasses are highly recommended

• A positive attitude and willingness to work hard and have fun!

Route: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/399992645

Reserve your spot: EVENT LINK

POC Kelly: 303-941-4721 or coachkelly@azdesertendurance.com

Grab your hydration packs and let's go for a trail run! Aravaipa does an amazing job with these races - and these courses are a blast!

Distances include 50k, 24k, 11k, and 5k. Event details and registration can be found here:

Race alongside other Desert Endurance Racing Team members or volunteer and cheer!

Register for the race here: Aravaipa Events

RSVP the DER event here: EVENT LINK

Grab your headlamps and join DER for an after-dark trail run! Aravaipa does an amazing job with these races - it's the most fun party in the desert!

Distances include 33k, 22k, 11k, and 5k. Event details and registration can be found on the link below.

Race alongside other Desert Endurance Racing Team members or volunteer and cheer!

Register for the race here: Aravaipa Events

RSVP the DER event here: EVENT LINK

Join Desert Endurance Racing to recovery from yesterday’s race, or to just cool off with an open water swim that explores the beautiful Lake Pleasant Regional Park waters. This swim is designed to provide a safe and fun way to get some OWS.

Sunday, October 5th @0700

Please arrive at least 15 minutes early and prepare to be feet wet by 0715

We will meet in the parking lot by the restrooms at the Castle Creek (North) Boat Ramp (See map pin)

Route: This will be an out-and-back swim of approximately 1-hour (distance is determined by your pace)

To ensure a safe and enjoyable swim, please come prepared with the following:

• A brightly colored swim cap (mandatory)

• A safety swim buoy (mandatory)

• Swim goggles with defog are highly recommended

• Appropriate swimming attire

• A wetsuit if you desire (water temps updated closer to the day)

• Sunscreen and sturdy shore shoes (that can get wet) are highly recommended

POC Kelly: 303-941-4721 or coachkelly@azdesertendurance.com

Reserve your spot: EVENT LINK

Challenge yourself with the Castle Creek Triathlons at beautiful Lake Pleasant!

Race alongside other Desert Endurance Racing Team members or volunteer and cheer! I’ll have the tent set up with chairs and a cooler – enjoy some shade, grab a snack and a cold drink – or stash your own in the ice so it’ll be good and cold once you cross the finish line!

DER members who race will receive a water bottle – stop by after the finish to pick up yours!

Register for the race here: 4PeaksRacing

RSVP the DER event here: EVENT LINK

Join Desert Endurance Racing for a chance to preview the Castle Creek Sprint Triathlon course at a more controlled, less chaotic pace. This event is meant to give you a chance to practice transitions, test your gear and nutrition, and see for yourself what the race-day course will be like.

You do NOT have to be signed up for the Castle Creek triathlons to join! You are welcome to join if you simply want to gain some experience or participate in a sprint for free!

Sunday, September 28th @0600

Please arrive early to set up your transition at 6:00AM and be ready to hit the water by 6:30AM.  There will not be an aid station outside of your transition spot, so be prepared to bike and run with what you can carry.

**please bring your safety buoy for the swim! You won’t wear it on race day, but for the practice we won’t have our course blocked off so for safety we will need the buoys**

**there is a $7 entry fee for Lake Pleasant. If you would like to carpool, please reach out to me by 12:00pm on Saturday**

We will meet in the parking lot near the restrooms at the Castle Creek (North) Boat Ramp (See map pin) – look for my car (blue ford escape) with a transition bike rack set up.

Route: www.4peaksracing.com/events/castle-creek-2025/

 Reserve your spot: EVENT LINK

POC Kelly: 303-941-4721 or coachkelly@azdesertendurance.com

Beat the heat with an after-dark trail run!  Trust me, it’s SO MUCH nicer once the sun goes down and you are on dirt. 

We’ll run Desert Classic together, at about a 12-14 min/mile pace for 45-60- min, with a few stops to allow people to catch up (and catch your breath).

Mandatory gear includes:

-            A headlamp or other light source hat is NOT YOUR CELL PHONE

-            40 oz of water, preferably with electrolytes (a hydration vest with flasks or 2 handhelds are a great solution) – this is a mandatory amount of water to remain with the group for the entire hour!!

-            Sturdy shoes capable of handling semi-rugged trail conditions. Trail running shoes with lugs are HIGHLY recommended.

We’ll meet by the restrooms at 6pm with the intent of starting by 6:15pm.

Be sure to sign up on the Event Link in order to be entered in a drawing for a $50 gift certificate to Sole Sports!

If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Coach Kelly at 303-941-4721

Join Desert Endurance Racing for a chance to cool off with an open water swim that explores the beautiful Lake Pleasant Regional Park waters. This swim is designed to provide a safe and fun way to get some OWS while cooling off from the summer heat.

Sunday, September 14th @0700

Please arrive at least 15 minutes early and prepare to be feet wet by 0715

We will meet in the parking lot by the restrooms at the Castle Creek (North) Boat Ramp (See map pin)

Route

This will be an out-and-back swim of approximately 1-hour (distance is determined by your pace)

To ensure a safe and enjoyable swim, please come prepared with the following:

• A brightly colored swim cap (mandatory)

• A safety swim buoy (mandatory)

• Swim goggles with defog are highly recommended

• Appropriate swimming attire

• A wetsuit if you desire (water temps updated closer to the day)

• Sunscreen and sturdy shore shoes (that can get wet) are highly recommended

POC Kelly: 303-941-4721 or coachkelly@azdesertendurance.com

Reserve your spot: EVENT LINK

Bring your gravel or mountain bike and explore some of the wilderness of Pinal County!

Route will be on a maintained jeep road that is very much non-technical. Bring plenty of water and food for the duration of the ride, as there will not be anyplace to refill while out. Helmets are required.

Route will be an out and back on N. Barkerville Road and will be around 25 miles.

If anyone would like to carpool to the parking area, please reach out ahead of time! I can take 1-2 people with me!

POC Kelly: 303-941-4721 or coachkelly@azdesertendurance.com

Event Link

Beat the heat with an after-dark trail run!  Trust me, it’s SO MUCH nicer once the sun goes down and you are on dirt. 

We’ll run Desert Classic together, at about a 12-14 min/mile pace for 45-60- min, with a few stops to allow people to catch up (and catch your breath).

Mandatory gear includes:

-            A headlamp or other light source hat is NOT YOUR CELL PHONE

-            40 oz of water, preferably with electrolytes (a hydration vest with flasks or 2 handhelds are a great solution) – this is a mandatory amount of water to remain with the group for the entire hour!!

-            Sturdy shoes capable of handling semi-rugged trail conditions. Trail running shoes with lugs are HIGHLY recommended.

We’ll meet by the restrooms at 6pm with the intent of starting by 6:15pm.

Be sure to sign up on the Event Link in order to be entered in a drawing for a $50 gift certificate to Sole Sports!

If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Coach Kelly at 303-941-4721

Get out of the heat and head to Flagstaff, AZ for the Mountain Man Olympic & Long Course triathlons!

Race alongside other Desert Endurance Racing Team members, or volunteer and cheer! I’ll have the tent set up with chairs and a cooler – enjoy some shade, grab a snack and a cold drink – or stash your own in the ice so it’ll be good and cold once you cross the finish line!

DER members who race will receive a water bottle – stop by after the finish to pick up yours!

Register for the race here: www.mountainmanevents.com

RSVP the DER event here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1CUVyasBAT/

Let's get a quick practice swim in before the Mountain Man Triathlons on Sunday! This will be an easy 30–45-minute familiarization swim of Upper Lake Mary, where the triathlon will take place.

You do not have to be registered for the race to join in this swim.

Please bring your safety buoy and brightly colored swim cap! We will meet at 1pm at the picnic ramadas where the Mountain Man staff will be setting up.

Be sure to register at this Event Link to be entered to win a $50 gift certificate to Sole Sports!

If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Coach Kelly at 303-941-4721

Racing the Mountain Man Long Course in August?

This is your chance to ride the route ahead of time and without all the anxiety of race day!

This ride is meant to familiarize yourself with the course ahead of race day to ensure you have the perfect ride in August! Be prepared to carry enough water and snacks for 3 hours of riding. I will finalize the availability of a water stop later.

To ensure a safe and enjoyable ride, please come prepared with the following:

• A well-maintained bicycle

• A helmet (mandatory)

• A rear, flashing red light (mandatory)

• Water bottles and snacks (mandatory)

• Appropriate cycling attire

• Sunscreen and sunglasses are highly recommended

• A positive attitude and willingness to have fun!

POC Kelly: 303-941-4721 or coachkelly@azdesertendurance.com

Event Link

Get out of the heat and head to Flagstaff, AZ for the Mountain Man Super Sprint, Sprint & Olympic triathlons!

Race alongside other Desert Endurance Racing Team members, or volunteer and cheer! I’ll have the tent set up with chairs and a cooler – enjoy some shade, grab a snack and a cold drink – or stash your own in the ice so it’ll be good and cold once you cross the finish line!

DER members who race will receive a water bottle – stop by after the finish to pick up yours!

Register for the race here: www.mountainmanevents.com

RSVP the DER event here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1EyCYjSeSa/

Join Desert Endurance Racing for an upcoming group ride that explores the bike-friendly roads around Ahwatukee! This ride is designed to challenge your hill-climbing skills while throwing in plenty of flat/downhill sections for fun.

Sunday, July 6th @0730 **early time to beat the heat!**

Please arrive at least 15 minutes early and prepare to be wheels down by 0730

We will meet in the Park and Ride lot located at 40th Street & E. Cottonwood Ln. (See map pin)

Route
This no-drop ride will cover approximately 40 miles, starting on the Pecos Path and winding through the streets of Ahwatukee. There will be an optional climb to Promontory Point and the route will take us past a Frank Lloyd Wright Home! The route is designed to be both challenging and enjoyable, with several rest/water stops along the way to refuel and regroup.

To ensure a safe and enjoyable ride, please come prepared with the following:
• A well-maintained bicycle
• A helmet (mandatory)
• A rear, flashing red light (mandatory)
• Water bottles and snacks (mandatory)
• Appropriate cycling attire
• Sunscreen and sunglasses are highly recommended
• A positive attitude and willingness to have fun!

POC Kelly: 303-941-4721 or coachkelly@azdesertendurance.com

Event Page

Join Desert Endurance Racing for a swimrun adventure that explores the waters and hills of Lake Pleasant Regional Park! This swimrun is designed to provide an intro into the new-emerging sport of swimrun.

Sunday, June 22nd @0800

Please arrive at least 15 minutes early and prepare to be feet wet by 0800

We will meet in the parking lot by the restrooms at the Castle Creek (North) Boat Ramp (See map pin)

There is a $7.00 entry fee

Route

This no-drop swimrun will take a varying route depending on water levels and boat traffic. The swim portions will be 10-15 minutes long and the run portions will be 15-20 minutes long. There is no designated route - that's the fun of swimrun!

To ensure a safe and enjoyable ride, please come prepared with the following:

• Safety swim buoy (mandatory)

• A brightly colored swim cap (mandatory)

• Swim goggles with defog

• Trail running shoes you don't mind getting wet

• Socks that prevent blistering and debris from entering

• Optional pull buoy that can be attached to you somehow

• Optional paddles to help you pull

• A way of carrying water and fuel (dry bag safety buoy is perfect)

• Depending on water temperature, a wetsuit you can run in

• Sunscreen and sunglasses are highly recommended

• A positive attitude and willingness to have fun!

POC Kelly: 303-941-4721 or coachkelly@azdesertendurance.com

Event Link to RSVP: https://www.facebook.com/share/18o7eZTzcK/

Join Desert Endurance Racing to explore the Pinal County Desert, south of East Florence-Kelvin Highway via gravel or mountain bike!

This 21-mi ride is meant to be an easy, non-technical ride with only 837ft of elevation gain!

Sunday, June 1st @0700
Please arrive at least 15 minutes early and prepare to be wheels down by 0700

We will meet in the gravel parking lot located directly east of N. Barkerville Road. Look for a bright blue Ford Escape.

Route
This no-drop ride will cover approximately 21-miles, starting out on N. Barkerville Road for 9.5 miles before turning onto E. 96 Ranch Road which loops back to N. Barkerville Road to return to the cars.

To ensure a safe and enjoyable ride, please come prepared with the following:
• A well-maintained bicycle
• A helmet (mandatory)
• Water bottles and snacks to last for about 3 hours (mandatory)
• Appropriate cycling attire - lightweight and breathable
• Sunscreen and sunglasses are highly recommended
• A positive attitude and willingness to have fun!

POC Kelly: 303-941-4721 or coachkelly@azdesertendurance.com

Event Link to RSVP: https://www.facebook.com/share/1FkzkJwt1o/