Sprint triathlon coach — from first tri to podium.
The sprint is the perfect entry to triathlon — short, high-intensity, deeply rewarding. Online 1:1 coaching built around swim confidence, race-pace bricks, and the run-off-the-bike that separates finishers from podiums.
What the coaching looks like.
Swim that holds
Pool sets calibrated to your current CSS. Open-water and wetsuit work rehearsed before race week.
Race-pace bricks
Bike-to-run at sprint intensity. Builds the legs to run hard off the bike, not just shuffle through the 5K.
5K speed
The sprint is won on the run. Threshold and VO2 work to find another 30 seconds per mile when it matters.
What you get.
- 12-week periodized build keyed to your race date.
- Pool sets and open-water sessions sequenced weekly.
- Bike sessions in watts or HR/RPE — your choice of metric.
- Race-day plan: pacing, transitions, fueling — rehearsed before race week.
- Direct messaging access — same coach, every week.
Is this coaching right for you?
Coaching for this build runs from $250 every 4 weeks ($3,250 per year). Here is who it does and does not suit.
This is for you if
- You have raced a sprint before and now want to be competitive in your age group.
- You can train 6 to 9 hours a week across three disciplines plus strength.
- You want your weakest discipline diagnosed and prioritised rather than all three trained equally.
This is not for you if
- This is your first sprint. Buy the $65 plan or start with the first-triathlon route — coaching is over-specified for a first finish.
- You are already targeting a 70.3 this season. Coach that build; the sprint sits inside it.
- You want in-person swim technique work. That has to be local, and it is the single highest-return thing a new triathlete can buy.
They put in the work.
Here's what came out.
“Breno took me from a 5K runner to a full Ironman finisher. 5K 16:57, 70.3 in 4:30, and my first full at IRONMAN Arizona in 9:35 at age 39. The plans fit around clinic, the lab, and three kids — nothing was wasted.”
“Two years with Breno: 26 minutes off my 70.3 and a sub-11 full Ironman. The progression was patient and the workouts were the right ones at the right time.”
“I finished D2R2 180k — 19 of the 20 climbs are genuinely steep — and I finished it better than I expected. Breno had me ready.”
“Unparalleled value. Breno builds a methodical plan that actually targets the weaknesses you'd rather not look at — that's why it works.”
“Running faster. Breno taught me how to actually run easy so I could race faster — and now I'm running both faster and further than I have in years.”
“Busy parent of three with a full-time job. The flexibility in how Breno builds the week is what makes this sustainable for me — the training fits the life, not the other way around.”
“Personalized, motivating sessions. Breno meets athletes wherever they are — beginner or experienced — and the work shows up on race day.”
“A comprehensive, easy-to-follow plan that works for people with busy lives. Nothing feels arbitrary — every session has a reason.”
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FAQ
How long should I train for a sprint triathlon?
12 weeks is the sweet spot. First-timers can do 16 to build swim confidence. Experienced runners coming to tri can sharpen in 8 with focused swim/bike blocks.
How much volume does sprint need?
6–10 hours/week is typical. The sprint rewards intensity over volume — most age-groupers train more than they need to.
I can't swim. Can you coach me to a sprint?
Yes — happens often. We start with technique (pool drills, breathing) and build to race distance over 12–16 weeks. Many athletes go from zero swimming to a confident 750m in a single build.
How much does sprint triathlon coaching cost?
Essential $250/4wk is the natural tier for sprint athletes. Performance $350/4wk if you want weekly check-ins. Elite $750/4wk (capped at 4) if you're racing for podium.
What happens after you book the call
Twenty minutes, free, and you leave with a recommendation in writing whether or not you buy anything.
Pick a time that suits you
Twenty minutes, video or phone, in English, Portugues or Espanol.
You get a confirmation email immediately
With the link and two short questions so the call is not spent on basics.
We talk about your goal, not my services
There is no pitch. If the honest answer is a $35 plan or Apex, that is the answer you get.
You leave with a recommendation in writing
A short follow-up email with what I would do next, whether or not you buy anything.
Refunds, cancellation and pausing
- Cancelling
- Cancel any time by email, with no notice period and no exit fee. Your current 4-week cycle finishes as normal and you are not billed again.
- Refunds
- Cycles already started are not refunded, because the plan for those weeks has already been written and delivered. If you cancel before the first session of a new cycle has been published, that cycle is refunded in full.
- Pausing
- You can pause for injury, illness, travel or life for up to 8 weeks a year at no cost, and your seat on the roster is held. Tell me before the next cycle bills. Beyond 8 weeks the seat goes to the waitlist and you rejoin when there is space.
- Price changes
- Your rate is fixed for as long as you stay coached continuously. Published prices only apply to new athletes.
Your first (or fastest) sprint — coached, not guessed.
Free 20-minute strategy call. We map your race, your week, and the right tier.
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