ITCA Triathlon Coach Certification Program Details
You can become an in-demand Certified Triathlon Coach and “LIVE” the triathlon lifestyle
As an ITCA Certified Triathlon Coach, you will enjoy a career helping people reach their personal best in the sport you love. You will have the option of coaching people one-on-one, in a group, online, over the phone, in a clinic, at a training camp, or any combination of these options. It’s all up to you. We even teach you how to have a highly profitable triathlon coaching business.
The ITCA triathlon coaching curriculum is second to none.
You will experience triathlon coach training far beyond anything that has been done before. ITCA has elevated the science and application of triathlon training and coaching to the highest levels. The educational materials are highly detailed and comprehensive, yet presented to you in a way which allows for immediate and effective application. In addition, we have combined it with proven business models which give you the opportunity to have a financially rewarding triathlon career.
You save time and money, and continue to enjoy time with your family and friends.
Because of our unique, comprehensive, and interactive 100% online learning format, you can become a Certified Triathlon Coach in the comfort of your own home. Log in and out of your online training room as needed until your training is complete. No physical study materials are mailed to you.
You are given a specific training plan to strategically guide you to the completion of your Triathlon Coach Certification program.
Your Triathlon Coach Certification program is delivered to you in a state-of-the-art, 100% online, 32-day program. It includes all of your training materials, exam, certification, business system and bonus gifts.
Quick Program Overview:
- Your Coaching Certificate reads “Certified Triathlon Coach”
- You can call us toll free (or e-mail us) any time you have a question while studying the coaching program materials.
- Course completion qualifies you for professional liability insurance from Fitness and Wellness Insurance, a member of Philadelphia Insurance
- No separate testing fees (unless a re-test is required after two attempts)
- Your triathlon coach certification will be issued by ITCA – International Triathlon Coaching Association
As a Certified ITCA Triathlon Coach, you will learn to do the following:
- Review athletes history and goals
- Establish essential milestones for meeting personal goals
- Identify personal strengths & weaknesses
- Identify and prioritize race season
- Construct program for training and racing
- Identify appropriate pace training zones for swimming
- Identify heart rate training zones
- Use Polar heart rate training tools and technology
- Sciences covered include: kinesiology, biomechanics, aerodynamics, hydrodynamics, nutrition, exercise physiology and sports psychology
Program Details
Prerequisites: Minimum 18 years of age, high school diploma or GED, and valid CPR certification. A copy of your CPR card must me mailed, scanned and emailed, or faxed to our office prior to the issuance of your certification. You may register for your training program prior to submitting proof of CPR certification.
Concepts you will learn: Triathlon rules, swim/bike/run technique, bike fit, safety and training drills, as well as the following: Basic exercise physiology, functional anatomy, kinesiology and biomechanics, nutrition and metabolism, training special populations, fitness assessments, program design, heart rate training, exercise application and technique, safety and injury prevention and the business of triathlon coaching.
Online Learning Structure:
Your program materials are delivered in 16 modules over 32 days. It is a 100% online delivery system.
After you register, you will be directed to create your private member account. Once you are inside the member area, you will watch introductory videos to orient you with the learning process.
The educational materials are time released. You will have access to an additional lesson every 48 hours after you register. After 32 days, you will have access to the online test. Once you pass your test, you can legally hold the title of a “Certified Triathlon Coach”.
Once you register, you will have access to the following:
- Online lectures
- Discussion board
- Individual chapters
- End-of-chapter questions in preparation for your exam
During each week of the course, you will be expected to:
- View assigned chapter lecture video(s)
- Read assigned chapter(s)
- Complete end of chapter questions (for your learning and review)
- Participate in at least 2 discussion boards with at least 2 entries for each discussion
After you have completed 16 lessons of online coursework, you can request to sit for the ITCA certification exam.
Simple instructions are given inside the member area.
Your course of study is the following:
Intro to Triathlons
- Skeletal Anatomy and Physiology
- Muscular Anatomy and Physiology
- Nervous and Endocrine Systems
Biomechanics
- Assessments for Triathletes
- Program Design for Triathletes I
- Program Design for Triathletes II
- Applied Biomechanics and Technique Instruction
- Safety and Injury Prevention
- Nutrition of Triathlon
- Recovery and Off-Season Training
- Racing Equipment
- Business Strategies
Enrollment: Open entry. Begin your studies at any time. Entire course is online.
Time for completion: There are no specific time requirements. Although the materials are delivered over 32 days, you can take longer to complete the program. You can always go back and review any of the materials as many times as needed before you test.
Requirements for certification: Passing grade (70% or greater) on 150 question multiple choice online exam.
Testing: You must test within one year of purchase, but will have the ability to test online after 31 days following enrollment.
Re-testing: There is a re-testing fee of $95 (if needed).
Do you have more specific questions? Read our FAQ page.
Term of Certification: 2-Years (re-certification required after 2 years)
2.0 Continuing Education Credits (2.0 CEUs) required to re-certify after the 2 year term.
Recertification details >>
Complete the ITCA Triathlon Coach Certification and Quickly Gain a Strategic Advantage with Advanced Science and Proven Business Tactics
There has never been a better time to become a certified triathlon coach. Triathletes are highly educated and dedicated individuals who take their sport seriously, regardless of their current ability level. Triathletes seek expert advice on all aspects of their sport. Because of a triathlete’s unique demographic, they have the means to pay for your expert coaching advice.
You benefit by enjoying a financially rewarding career, which enhances the lives of others while you stay intimately involved in the sport you love. Now is the time for you to become certified with ITCA and become an in-demand triathlon coaching professional.
- Average age: 39
- Household: 74% married
- Income: Mean – $155,300, Median – $116,900, $100,00+ is 62%
- Education Level: Post graduate with degree 43%, 4-year college degree 86%
Level of Participation
- Event Participation: 3-6 per year
- Beginner 7%
- Fitness/Training 44%
- Competitive 49%
Is the sport of triathlon growing?
- The sport of triathlon has grown exponentially in the last 10 years.
- USAT membership has tripled over the past ten years
- One year racing license purchases grew 311%
- Single day licenses purchases grew 297%
Your ITCA Triathlon Coach Certification System includes the following:
- Official Manual which includes many photos, illustrations, graphs, charts & 3-D animations
- Swim techniques, coaching applications, drills, etc. Also includes underwater videography
- Bike techniques, transition 1 & 2, cadence, cornering, safety
- Run technique, breathing, turnover, hills and descents
- Bike Fit – Techniques for bike fit, accessory selection, bar width, stem length, etc.
You will also learn our exclusive infinity program. We teach you our complete system for client success, your personal success as a Certified Triathlon Coach, and entrepreneur. When you learn our comprehensive and scientific system, you will seamlessly combine the physical with the financial, while providing superior service and streamlining your day.
Your Program Bonuses
Dynamic forms for assessments and program design, legal forms, promotional logos and more. You will have the forms, charts, diagrams, art and business documents to get your coaching business started fast.
FREE audio on the business of triathlon coaching. Learn how to make a strong six-figure income with one-on-one coaching, group coaching, online coaching, clinics and coaching retreats. Get all the secrets to getting more clients, leveraging your time, using technology, making the most of the Internet and setting yourself apart from the competition.
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Success Stories
“The ITCA Program was one of the best certifications I have taken. I wish that USA Triathlon would use this format for its main certification.
The tools and the business aspect are invaluable. Your program was a basic undergrad program in exercise physiology and biomechanics and did a great job putting it all together. It was great because all types of learning were utilized. Lecture, reading, demonstration, etc. If I am going to spend money on improving myself as a professional this was by far the best investment.”
Gail P. Kattouf
2011 USAT Duathlon Long and Short Course Nat'l Champ
“I am only 3 days into the training and I have already learned way more than I thought I would! I highly recommend ITCA.”
- Tricia Butler
“As a physical therapist, researcher, and avid triathlete I have been thoroughly impressed with the ITCA certification. I have gained a tremendous amount of evidence-based knowledge that has refined my training strategies and tactics, which will ultimately improve the performance of my clients. The online approach was very smooth considering the ease of completing the necessary assignments while the discussion boards offer a great forum to share information with other coaches and faculty.”
- Christopher Johnson, MPT, MCMT, ITCA