WELCOME
Starting in such a tough sport like triathlon can be very daunting, perhaps even intimidating, especially in Northern Ireland where the weather can be unpredictable. We remember how it felt when we first took up the sport of triathlon - it was frightening. How do you train for three sports? How do you get changed in between? How do you keep going for so long? How do you eat? What do you eat? What equipment do you need? Seeking guidance from a swim coach or a run coach can really help ease those initial fears and provide a clear path forward.
Meet the coaches
Andy Kennedy
With extensive experience as a triathlete and trail runner in Northern Ireland, I have been awarded the prestigious Silver All World Athlete status. I have competed in multiple Ironman and Half Ironman events, alongside Age Group victories at Sprint and Standard distances on the domestic racing scene. My trail running background spans ultra-distance events of 30, 50, and 100 miles, as well as a wide range of road and off-road marathons. Now focusing on coaching, I am a qualified Fitness Instructor, a Level 2 Swim Coach with Swim Ireland, and a Level 2 Triathlon Coach with World Triathlon, dedicated to helping athletes of all abilities train smarter, build resilience, and achieve their endurance goals through structured, evidence-based coaching.
Arran McKee
Since becoming a triathlon coach in 2013, I have gained extensive knowledge about triathlons, the training required to condition the human body for the rigors of endurance sports, and the diverse individuals I work with. One of the most significant lessons I've learned is about the unconquerable human spirit and the incredible achievements that people can accomplish when they fully commit and believe in their goals. As an IRONMAN Certified Coach based in Northern Ireland, I also specialize as a run coach and swim coach, helping athletes reach their potential.