Coach-to-Coach Mentorship Program
Triathlon Coaching Education for Performance, Inclusion, and Leadership
A 6-Month Membership Program for Aspiring and Current Triathlon Coaches
The Coach-to-Coach Mentorship Program is a comprehensive triathlon coaching education program designed for athletes transitioning into coaching and current coaches seeking to grow within travel sport, youth development, and inclusive triathlon environments.
This program uniquely integrates high-performance swim, bike, and run coaching with inclusive coaching strategiesfor:
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Neurodiverse athletes
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WITS (Warriors in Training)
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Special Olympics programs
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ParaTriathlon athletes
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Age-group and Ironman competitors
Led by Hector L. Torres, USA Triathlon Level 3 Coach, this mentorship reflects over 20 years of coaching experienceacross Ironman racing, World Championship preparation, Paratriathlon, and community-based triathlon programs.
Why Choose This Triathlon Coaching Mentorship?
Most coaching certifications focus on theory.
This program focuses on real-world coaching application.
You will learn how to:
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Coach swim, bike, and run effectively across all ability levels
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Adapt triathlon training for neurodiverse and Special Olympics athletes
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Communicate clearly with athletes, parents, and caregivers
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Build inclusive programs without sacrificing performance standards
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Develop long-term athlete development models that last
This is triathlon coach education built for the field, not just the classroom.
Program Structure: 6-Month Triathlon Coaching Curriculum
What’s Included
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Monthly coaching focus (Swim, Bike, Run, Coaching Systems)
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Weekly applied coaching assignments
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Bi-weekly virtual mentorship meetings
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Live case studies from:
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Travel triathlon teams
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WITS (neurodiverse athletes)
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Special Olympics
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ParaTriathlon
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Age-group and Ironman athletes
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6-Month Curriculum Breakdown
Month 1: Swim Coaching & Inclusive Technique Development
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Swim biomechanics and stroke analysis
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Teaching swim technique to neurodiverse athletes
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Visual, tactile, and cue-based instruction
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Open water swim preparation
SEO Benefit: Targets swim coaching education and inclusive swim instruction
Month 2: Bike Training, Power Development & Draft-Legal Skills
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Power-based cycling training fundamentals
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Draft-legal vs non-draft triathlon racing
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Bike handling and group safety
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Managing cognitive load in training sessions
SEO Benefit: Targets triathlon bike coaching and draft-legal coaching
Month 3: Run Coaching, Mechanics & Injury Prevention
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Running economy and cadence training
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Drill instruction for different learning styles
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Brick workouts and fatigue management
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Injury prevention for adaptive athletes
SEO Benefit: Targets run coaching education and triathlon injury prevention
Month 4: Periodization & Triathlon Program Design
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Annual and race-specific planning
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Youth, age-group, and adaptive periodization
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Training load monitoring and recovery
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Consistency-first coaching models
SEO Benefit: Targets triathlon periodization coaching
Month 5: Coaching Psychology & Athlete Communication
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Coach-athlete relationship building
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Motivation strategies for neurodiverse athletes
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Emotional regulation and behavior awareness
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Parent and caregiver communication
SEO Benefit: Targets inclusive coaching strategies and athlete communication
Month 6: Coach Evaluation & Professional Development
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Athlete assessment tools
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Ethical coaching practices
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Building clinics, camps, and inclusive programs
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USA Triathlon coaching advancement preparation
Final Project:
Develop a complete Swim / Bike / Run training program that includes:
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Performance goals
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Inclusive modifications (WITS & Special Olympics)
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Athlete communication strategy
Who This Program Is For
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Aspiring triathlon coaches
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Current coaches seeking mentorship and growth
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Coaches working with Special Olympics or neurodiverse athletes
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Coaches involved in WITS, ParaTriathlon, or travel teams
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Coaches pursuing long-term development within USA Triathlon
What You’ll Gain as a Triathlon Coach
Coaching Skills
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Advanced swim, bike, and run instruction
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Confidence coaching athletes of all abilities
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Adaptability without compromising performance
Professional Growth
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Mentorship from a coach with 37 Ironman finishes
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Experience across elite, adaptive, and community programs
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Education aligned with USA Triathlon coach development pathways
Practical Tools
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Training templates
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Periodization models
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Communication frameworks
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Inclusive coaching systems
Our Coaching Philosophy
The strongest triathlon programs are built on performance, inclusion, and trust.
This mentorship program exists to develop coaches who can lead diverse athletes, build strong teams, and elevate the sport of triathlon.
Apply for the Coach-to-Coach Mentorship Program
Enrollment is limited to maintain mentorship quality.
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