ALTIUS VELO NEXGEN
Building the Next Generation of Competitive Cyclists
A year-round performance road cycling program for
youth and junior athletes through age 12-18.
NexGen is a new pathway for aspiring competitive cyclists in the Lower Mainland, combining expert coaching, structured performance development, and the skills required to progress toward elite-level road racing.
Led by Olympian and coach Joanie Caron and elite cycling coach Bruce Law, NexGen is designed to help young athletes develop physically, tactically, and mentally while building a strong foundation for long-term success in cycling.
Sunday, November 8, 2026
12:30–2:00 PM
Altius Velo at Rep1 Fitness
Vancouver, BC
MORE THAN TRAINING.
A PATHWAY TO PERFORMANCE.
Progressing from developing cyclist to competitive racer requires more than time on the bike. It takes structured training, technical understanding, tactical awareness, and the right coaching environment.
Altius Velo NexGen brings these elements together in a comprehensive, year-round performance road cycling program designed specifically for young athletes.
Our goal is to help bridge the gap between developmental cycling and elite-level competition, giving athletes the guidance and preparation they need to pursue their racing ambitions.
Through a structured approach to physical development, race preparation, and athlete progression, NexGen aims to build stronger, smarter, and more confident cyclists—both on and off the bike.
DEVELOPING THE COMPLETE ATHLETE
Physical Performance
Build the fitness and physiological foundations required for competitive road cycling through structured, science-informed training.
Race Craft & Tactics
Develop a deeper understanding of race dynamics, tactical decision-making, and the demands of competitive road racing.
Mental Preparation
Build the confidence, resilience, and preparation habits that help athletes navigate the challenges of training and competition.
Long-Term Development
Follow a structured, year-round approach to athlete development that supports progression, appropriate training, and sustainable performance.
DISCOVER NEXGEN
Free Public Information Session
Interested in competitive cycling?
Curious about what a structured, year-round development program could offer your young athlete?
Join us at Altius Velo for an introduction to NexGen, meet the coaches, and learn more about our approach to developing young competitive cyclists.
The session will provide an opportunity for athletes and their parents or guardians to explore the program, understand its training philosophy, and ask questions before taking the next step.
WHAT WE'LL COVER
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The NexGen training philosophy: An introduction to our year-round training and periodization approach.
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Athlete development: How we approach physical preparation, tactical development, and progression toward competitive racing.
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Race schedules: An overview of competitive racing and how it fits into the broader training plan.
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Safety and structure: An introduction to the program's approach to athlete safety and training structure.
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Meet the coaches: Learn more about Joanie Caron, Bruce Law, and their approach to developing young athletes.Parent and athlete
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Q&A: Ask questions and discover whether NexGen may be the right fit for your family.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Sunday, November 8, 2026
Time: 12:30 PM–2:00 PM
Location: Altius Velo at Rep1 Fitness 3313 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC
Admission: Free.
Space is limited, and advance registration is encouraged.
EXPERT COACHING. A HIGHER STANDARD.
NexGen is led by two highly accomplished coaches bringing together elite athletic experience, performance science, and professional coaching expertise.
Joanie Caron Olympian | Elite Coach | Master of Kinesiology
Joanie Caron brings the perspective of an Olympic athlete, elite professional cyclist, and experienced high-performance coach to NexGen. With a Master of Kinesiology and experience coaching Team Canada's para-cycling athletes to medals at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, Joanie combines high-performance experience with a science-informed approach to athlete development.
Her vision for NexGen is to create a structured pathway that helps young cyclists develop the physical capabilities, tactical understanding, and confidence required to pursue their competitive potential.
Bruce Law Elite Cycling & Performance
CoachBruce Law brings extensive coaching expertise and professional certifications across the National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP), Cycling Canada, the Canadian Sport Institute, and USA Cycling. His experience and commitment to athlete development will help support the technical, physical, and tactical demands of competitive road cycling.
Together, Joanie and Bruce bring a high-performance coaching perspective to the development of the next generation of cyclists.
THE NEXT GENERATION STARTS HERE.
Every great racing career begins with the right foundation.
Altius Velo NexGen is building a pathway for young cyclists who want to challenge themselves, develop their abilities, and discover how far their potential can take them.
Can't make it to our info session? Get in touch and setup a call with our coaching team.