Who We Are

Buehler YTri is a triathlon club associated with the Buehler YMCA in Palatine, Illinois. The club was founded in January 2008.

The club is open to YMCA members for a yearly fee of $30 and non-members for $50. Non-members will not have access to the YMCA exercise facilities but are able to partake in general club meetings and all events that take place outside of the YMCA. This year membership will provide you with:

• A six week intensive swim training course for new swimmers
• A 12 week sprint triathlon training program
• Discounts on tri-gear at our partner triathlon related businesses
• Clinics on bike maintenance, bike handling, nutrition, heart rate monitor usage and more! 

For further information on how to join our club feel free to contact us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it !

Meet the Board

Operations of a club like Buehler YTri isn't easy! Behind the scenes a lot of work is done to bring you all of the services and events that take place throughout the season. The YTri board members providing a great deal of this help are:

Kristan Wagner- President ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it )
Becki Suthers- Vice President ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it )
Jim Bollenbacher- Treasurer/Apparel
Russ Becker- Secretary
Ken Felix- Technology/Media ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it )
Mike Baker- YTri Newsletter Editor
Mark Pryzybyla- Social Director