Hi Jen

I would def. recommend the L.A. Tri Club, the biggest such club in the county. The majority of their membership is on the Westside, but that's great because they have tons of ocean swim clinics at all levels. They also have great parties and social events, so it would be a good way to network and make new friends.

Tell your friend to be on the lookout tomorrow at the L.A. Triathlon. The bike leg goes from the ocean to downtown L.A., where the run leg will commence. It should be great to watch and there will be lots of booths and informative events going on.



P.S. Being in downtown, it is a sad fact that she WILL have to drive to get to half-decent cycling areas.