Nick Ontkean

Certifications

  • Bachelor of Science Kinesiology, Certified Athletic Therapist


Why do you coach at MNP Community & Sport Centre?

The facility allows me to cater to all the needs that my athletes have in their training programs. The culture of the club and its members is the best in the city.


What is your favourite part of Sport?

It allows us to find new limits and truly challenge ourselves individually.


What is on your bucket list of challenges/races and why?
Kona. When I was 17 I picked up my first triathlon magazine and read about Normann Stadler winning the 2006 Ironman in Hawaii. I have wanted to get there since.


What super human power would you have and why?
A superhuman metabolism…food is my weakness!


How do you create the best coaching experiences for your athletes?
I try to frame all workouts in such a way that athletes can self-direct their success by achieving their specific goals. This allows my athletes to progress at a rate that is optimal to them.

Specialty Areas

Sprint, International Distances Triathlon and Injury Prevention

STEAM ROOM is CLOSED due to maintenance

MNP Community & Sport Centre is offering Jasper evacuees free drop-in admission to our facility until it is safe for them to return home. We ask that guests from Jasper check in with our Customer Service team with a valid photo ID and/or proof or residency.

CUSTOMER ALERT: As of August 6, our South Entrance will be closed for about 2.5 years and construction fencing will be placed around approximately 75% of the facility. Therefore during the course of construction, all patrons will enter and exit the Centre through the North Entrance.

IMPORTANT: In order to complete critical infrastructure work required for expansion, MNP Community & Sport Centre, Jugo Juice and Good Earth will temporarily close starting August 29 for approximately 14 days. While this is our best estimate, we will make every effort to reopen as soon as possible, while keeping you updated during this time.