For those of you who prefer individual attention versus our group coaching programs, or the group schedules don’t meld well with your own, we recommend the following coaches to our members. These coaches have had a long-standing, successful relationship with our members. As you’ll read in their bios, they are well-respected members of the triathlon community.

John "JD" Dahlz

Coach JD John Dahlz
Coaching Background

I have the great honor of being the GGTC Olympic/Sprint Program coach for the past few years. I am also the head coach for Fog Swimming, Saint Ignatius College Prep swims teams and what was the Breakaway Triathlon Team at the Bay Club(currently teach computrainer and spin classes there). I have coached cross-country and track at the high school and club level as well and numerous All – Americans, national champions and professionals across multiple sports. From 2009 – 2013, I was the head coach for the Cal Triathlon team and over my tenure at Cal the team won 4 nationals titles (a women’s title, 2 relays and an individual). I was 2x Cal Sports Coach of the Year in 2011 and 2013.

Athletic Background

I turned pro at 18 years old and gave up my collegiate eligibility to run and swim in college and joined Cal’s triathlon team. I took a break from Cal and lived and trained at the Olympic Training Center from 2006 – 2008. During my time at Cal, I had the honor of being part of a team that never lost a Men’s National Title and I won an Individual National Title in 2009. I eventually transitioned to longer distances and won the Vineman Ironman 3 years in a row from 2011 – 2013. Other individual triathlon accomplishments include being: the featured athlete of the USA Triathlon “Best of the Southwest” in 2009, runner up U23 athlete of the year in 2007, 5th at US Pro Nationals in 2013, 2014 Master’s All American Swimmer and Pacific Swimmer of the Year and 16 year professional triathlete.

Coaching Philosophy

My basic coaching philosophy is general fitness to specific race fitness and extending good technique/ speed into the longer intervals and distances. However, I use a slightly undulating training block even if there is an energy system focus, as I never like going too long before hitting an energy system because you are only as good as your weakness. In addition, I love working on those weaknesses in the off-season. I am a firm believer in consistency with training and therefore take recovery very seriously because the key to training is hard work over time along with staying injury free. My goal as a coach is help you attain your racing goals and be fully prepared to tackle the rigors of the race and distance demands whether it is just to finish the race or reach the podium: whether it is a local half marathon run race, grand fondo or 10k open water swim, or a Sprint or Ironman triathlon.

Individual Coaching with Coach John “JD” Dahlz

  • Ideal with those with busy lifestyles and/or lot of work travel or those that want personal attention directed to address their needs and/or weaknesses.
  • Fully customized training plan with weekly workouts (amendable even during the week based on need/work and absorption of workouts).
  • Unlimited interaction via telephone, text and e-mails.
  • General and race day nutrition consulting.
  • Swim, bike and run form analysis.

Cost: $250 (23% off non GGTC pricing of $325); Start-up fee ($125) waived for GGTC members.
For more info & sign up contact fogswimmingteam@gmail.com

Endurance PTC

Since 2004, Endurance has offered evidence-based coaching programs.

We integrate coaching and athletic experience with the latest in sports science to provide bespoke training plans that accommodate, inspire, and deliver results.

Our team of seasoned coaches works with athletes of all levels across a variety of disciplines, from cycling to triathlon to trail-specific running.

Coaching Program info page with pricing: https://www.enduranceptc.com/performance-coaching

Staff/Coaches info page: https://www.enduranceptc.com/our-team
Some program highlights below:

Cycling or Road Running

Our testing protocols and instruments produce a full metabolic profile for each athlete – defining intensity, making fueling and nutrition recommendations, benchmarking and how to employ customized training zones – allowing us a window into each athlete’s unique attributes. We then apply this in-depth understanding to training utilizing RPE (Relative Perceived Effort), speed-based pacing, heart rate and power to accurately target specific physiological adaptations.

To ensure the most effective and efficient path towards your goal, we believe in close personal contact and communication to monitor and manage fatigue, work/life/training balance, and foster a healthy level of accountability.

What’s Included:

  • 3/mo commitment
  • Bespoke correspondence coaching & training plan
  • Unlimited Training Plan adjustments
  • Training Peaks Premium Account
  • Up to 2 Fitness Assessments per 3 month period
  • Any additional Assessments 30% discount
  • Unlimited coach communication via email
  • Bi-weekly phone/virtual check in, up to 30 minutes
  • 24 hour Coach response time
  • Member pricing on bike fits, sweat testing, and retail (10% discount)
  • Access to 1:1 cycling, running skill sessions at 50% discount
  • Sweat Test at 50% discount
  • Nutrition consultation at 50% discount
  • Additional eCycling access $99/month
  • Gym access

Cost: $399/month + $250 start up (50% off start up fees for GGTC members: $125 start up)

Multi-Sport
Our testing protocols and instruments produce a full metabolic profile for each athlete – defining intensity, making fueling and nutrition recommendations, benchmarking and how to employ customized training zones – allowing us a window into each athlete’s unique attributes. We then apply this in-depth understanding to training utilizing RPE (Relative Perceived Effort), speed-based pacing, heart rate and power to accurately target specific physiological adaptations.

To ensure the most effective and efficient path towards your goal, we believe in close personal contact and communication to monitor and manage fatigue, work/life/training balance, and foster a healthy level of accountability.

What’s included:

  • 3/mo commitment
  • Bespoke correspondence coaching & training plan
  • Unlimited Training Plan adjustments
  • Training Peaks Premium Account
  • Up to 4 Performance Assessments per 3 month period.
  • Any additional Assessments 30% discount
  • Unlimited coach communication via email
  • Bi-weekly phone/virtual check in, up to 30 minutes
  • 24 hour Coach response time
  • Member pricing on bike fits, sweat testing, and retail (10% discount)
  • Access to 1:1 swimming, cycling, running skill sessions at 50% discount
  • Sweat Test at 50% discount
  • Nutrition consultation at 50% discount
  • Gym access
  • Additional eCycling access $99/month

Cost: $499/month + $350 start up (50% off start up fees for GGTC members: $175 start up)

Trail and Ultra-Trail Running
Our testing protocols and instruments produce a full metabolic profile for each athlete – defining intensity, making fueling and nutrition recommendations, benchmarking and how to employ customized training zones – allowing us a window into each athlete’s unique attributes. We then apply this in-depth understanding to training utilizing RPE (Relative Perceived Effort), speed-based pacing, heart rate and Stryd Pods (power) to accurately target specific physiological adaptations. To ensure the most effective and efficient path towards your goal, we believe in close personal contact and communication to monitor and manage fatigue, work/life/training balance, and foster a healthy level of accountability. If you are looking for coaching for your next mountain marathon, 50-100k, 100 miler, 200+ mile or even a multi-day FKT, reach out to Coach Leo Pershall below to see if EPTC is a good fit for you.

What’s Included:

  • Performance running test 2 per every 3 month period (This is a treadmill or field lactate test, INSCYD assessment and Inbody body composition.)
  • 1 x Precision Hydration sweat test at 50% off regular pricing (This is only required once)
  • Premium Training Peaks Account
  • Custom training plan w/ unlimited adjustments
  • Stryd Power Pod (Loaner unit provided for duration of coaching membership)
  • Weekly video call
  • Unlimited text and email communication
  • Gym access at our Training Center

Cost: $399/month+ $250 start up (50% off start up fees for GGTC members: $125 start up)

TMT Coaching

TMT Coaching Megan Tobin

TMT Coaching was born from Coach Megan Tobin’s Instagram handle, @trimegtri. But it very quickly became apparent that TMT was far less about just Coach Meg, and WAY more about an overall approach to coaching and community.

TMT stands for many things, but we believe it stands for the mindful triathlete – mindful of our dedication to the practice of endurance sports, mindful of each other, mindful of our environment, mindful of our own missions to be the best we can be. We start from where we are. We grow and learn.

Head Coach Megan Tobin is a coach, triathlete and open water swimmer living in Boulder, Colorado and the San Francisco Bay Area. Megan has always been an athlete; competing in various team sports, including swimming competitively and playing field hockey at a collegiate and national level.

Having begun her triathlon journey as a mom of 3, full time corporate marketer and single mom, Megan both understands the demands of a busy life, but also knows that finding time for training and racing can bring so much to both you the athlete, but also help you be a better person, parent, and professional. (Yes, really.) She’ll help you prioritize your training and your life and break through mental barriers that inhibit your performance. Megan’s mission is to lead by example and drive for diversity and inclusion in sport.

Podium Coaching

  • Customized Race Plan – Coach Meg will get to know you and you will complete an athlete questionnaire. We’ll help you plan your season, and create a path to your goals
  • Custom training plan with daily workouts in Training Peaks. If you have a Premium account, all workouts will sync with your device and guide you step be step! (Premium account required, athlete paid)
  • Strength training and stretching included as needed
  • Unlimited email communication with Coach
  • Facebook team page and group chat for communication and camaraderie
  • Team events and workouts

Cost: $200/month for GGTC members, $100 enrollment fee waived for GGTC club members

Info & Signup

Champion Coaching

  • Daily customized workouts that work with your schedule and athletic needs
  • Training with data and constant feedback will improve your performance with less training time.
  • Enhanced communication with Coach Meg, a truly 1:1 relationship approach
  • Annual season race and training plans
  • Unlimited text and email communication
  • Monthly 1:1 coaching call
  • Data analysis and regular maintenance.
  • Race day pacing and personalized (and road tested) nutrition plans
  • Comprehensive post-race analysis, to learn and improve
  • Includes Training Peaks Premium Account (coach paid)
  • Pro members may join the Team chat, monthly group coaching call and team events for camaraderie

Cost: $345/month for GGTC members, $100 enrollment fee waived for GGTC club members

Info & Signup