The Inaugural TBR Certified Running Coach Program

Saturday, 3 September 2016  |  Running + Triathlon

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Since I started running in 2006, one of the biggest frustrations I’ve had over the years was witnessing how some runners who had a few years of experience of running under their belt and perhaps a medal here and there transformed themselves into “running coaches” practically overnight. I saw how some sports companies created running clinics and pinpointed runners as team leads and gave them the title of “coach” which was enough to fool a newbie runner into thinking that they were receiving sound advice from experts. I felt that the word “Coach” should never be used too freely so I made it a point to inform people that I love running and I do run a lot, but nope I am certainly not a “Coach.”

For years now, worried and disheartened, I raised this concern with friends in the running community, but I never knew what to do about it. I didn’t want to point fingers at anyone nor rant. After all, often times, most of these runners who turn themselves into coaches have good intentions because they love the sport; it’s just that they don’t have the means to receive proper training or certification to officially become coaches. I felt that we needed a body to ensure that running coaches were imparting the right training and knowledge to individuals who wanted to learn more about our sport.

Fortunately, my partners for TBR Dream Marathon, co-founder Coach Jim Lafferty, and our new head coach, Coach Francis Diano, shared the same concerns and Francis had the solution for it. After a couple of months planning and meeting, we are now ready to launch: TBR Certified Running Coach Program.

Initially, the new coaches under TBR will guide our Dream Marathoners into running their first marathon, but in time we hope they can be coaches who can help others beyond the reach of TBR so that even more people can learn to love running.

WHAT IS TBR CERTIFIED RUNNING COACH PROGRAM?

The Bull Runner (TBR) launches its inaugural TBR Running Coach Certification Program with partners, Coach Francis Diano, PT, MCMT, COMT and Coach James Michael Lafferty. It is the first running coach certification program endorsed by the U.S.-based Medical Wellness Association.

IMG_5794– with Carol and Coach Jim Lafferty, Dr. Christopher Breleux, President of the Medical Wellness Association, and Coach Francis Diano –

GOAL OF TBR CERTIFIED RUNNING COACH PROGRAM

The goal of the program is to provide comprehensive knowledge and skills to individuals who wish to train other runners for a marathon or shorter road races. The program also aims to create a high standard of knowledgeable, effective, and ethical coaches to the running community.

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TBR Sun Life Dream Marathon 2017: Official Training Shirt

Thursday, 18 August 2016  |  Race Announcements

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TBR Sun Life Dream Marathon 2017 Official Training Shirt (Front) 

Have you registered for TBR Sun Life Dream Marathon 2017? If the answer is yes, you’re looking at the Official Training Shirt that comes with your Welcome Kit. Can’t wait to hand them out to you in September!

Here’s the front and back of the same shirt…

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TBR Sun Life Dream Marathon 2017: Official List of Waitlisted Runners

Wednesday, 17 August 2016  |  Race Announcements

WAITLISTED

So you didn’t get into the magic 8oo list of Selected Runners for TBR Sun Life Dream Marathon 2017?  Well, the dream isn’t over.

Here’s the list of Waitlisted Runners:

Download / View PDF: OFFICIAL LIST OF WAITLISTED RUNNERS

If you’re name is on the list, you may now register online, onsite at New Balance area in Planet Sports, Bonifacio High Street (near California Pizza Kitchen), or bank deposit.  Registration period is Aug. 18 (Thu) to 21 (Sun), first come, first served basis until slots run out.

Those who were part of the first 800 Selected Runners may still register until August 21, but reservation has been lifted so registration will also be on a first come, first served basis.

For full details on how to register, click HERE.

TBR Sun Life Dream Marathon 2017: Are You In?

Thursday, 11 August 2016  |  Race Announcements

ARE-YOU-IN

Congratulations to the first 800 Selected Runners for TBR Sun Life Dream Marathon 2017!

Click the link below to check if YOU ARE IN:

Download / View PDF: OFFICIAL LIST OF 800 SELECTED RUNNERS 2017

If you’re one of the lucky runners, you may now take the next step to REGISTER and confirm your slot into the 8th TBR Sun Life Dream Marathon.

REGISTRATION PERIOD

  • Aug. 13 (Sat) to 17 (Wed) – Only first 800 Selected Runners may register.
  • Aug. 18 (Thu) to 21 (Sun) – 800 Selected Runners may still register, but Waitlisted Runners will be allowed to register.  First come, first served basis until slots run out

REGISTRATION OPTIONS

  • ONLINE (plus P200 transaction fee for credit card) – Link will be emailed to you;
  • ONSITE at New Balance area in Planet Sports, Bonifacio High Street (near California Pizza Kitchen) 12nn to 9pm; or
  • BANK DEPOSIT

For full details on registration, click this LINK.

BE A PROUD DREAMER!

If you got into the list, feel free to save the image below and post on social media!

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20% OFF TO FIRST 10 SUN LIFERS

TBR is offering 20% OFF registration fees for the first 5 Sun Life employees and the first 5 Sun Life advisors!  Here’s how to join:

  1. Post the “I’m In” image above on Instagram.
  2. Tag @jaymiepizarro, @tbrdream, and @sunlifeph.
  3. If you are a Sun Life employee, use hashtag #SLOCPI.
  4. If you are a Sun Life advisor, use hashtag #sunlifeadvisor
  5. The first 5 Sun Life employees and first 5 Sun Life advisors who accomplish numbers 1 to 4 will be given 20% off TBR Sun Life Dream Marathon registration fee.
  6. Winners will be announced and tagged on Instagram.

Rules:

  1. The first 5 Sun Life employees and first 5 Sun Life advisors MUST be in the list of 800 selected runners to qualify.
  2. To avail of the discount, payment must be made ONSITE from August 13 to 17, 2016.  Failure to make the payment during the registration period will result in forfeit of the discount.
  3. Sun Life employee and advisor must present company ID or calling card to avail of discount.

CONTACT DETAILS

For any concerns or inquiries, please contact TBR Dream Hotline at 0942-477-6099 or email tbrdream@gmail.com

Full race details at www.tbrdream.com

TBR Sun Life Dream Marathon 2017: Are You In?

Thursday, 11 August 2016  |  Race Announcements

ARE-YOU-IN

Congratulations to the first 800 Selected Runners for TBR Sun Life Dream Marathon 2017!

Click the link below to check if YOU ARE IN:

Download / View PDF: OFFICIAL LIST OF 800 SELECTED RUNNERS 2017

If you’re one of the lucky runners, you may now take the next step to REGISTER and confirm your slot into the 8th TBR Sun Life Dream Marathon.

REGISTRATION PERIOD

  • Aug. 13 (Sat) to 17 (Wed) – Only first 800 Selected Runners may register.
  • Aug. 18 (Thu) to 21 (Sun) – 800 Selected Runners may still register, but Waitlisted Runners will be allowed to register.  First come, first served basis until slots run out

REGISTRATION OPTIONS

  • ONLINE (plus P200 transaction fee for credit card) – Link will be emailed to you;
  • ONSITE at New Balance area in Planet Sports, Bonifacio High Street (near California Pizza Kitchen) 12nn to 9pm; or
  • BANK DEPOSIT

For full details on registration, click this LINK.

BE A PROUD DREAMER!

If you got into the list, feel free to save the image below and post on social media!

IM-IN

20% OFF TO FIRST 10 SUN LIFERS

TBR is offering 20% OFF registration fees for the first 5 Sun Life employees and the first 5 Sun Life advisors!  Here’s how to join:

  1. Post the “I’m In” image above on Instagram.
  2. Tag @jaymiepizarro, @tbrdream, and @sunlifeph.
  3. If you are a Sun Life employee, use hashtag #SLOCPI.
  4. If you are a Sun Life advisor, use hashtag #sunlifeadvisor
  5. The first 5 Sun Life employees and first 5 Sun Life advisors who accomplish numbers 1 to 4 will be given 20% off TBR Sun Life Dream Marathon registration fee.
  6. Winners will be announced and tagged on Instagram.

Rules:

  1. The first 5 Sun Life employees and first 5 Sun Life advisors MUST be in the list of 800 selected runners to qualify.
  2. To avail of the discount, payment must be made ONSITE from August 13 to 17, 2016.  Failure to make the payment during the registration period will result in forfeit of the discount.
  3. Sun Life employee and advisor must present company ID or calling card to avail of discount.

CONTACT DETAILS

For any concerns or inquiries, please contact TBR Dream Hotline at 0942-477-6099 or email tbrdream@gmail.com

Full race details at www.tbrdream.com