Coached Sessions

Beth has been a member of Darlington Triathlon Club since 2022 and joined the committee in 2026. After many years of watching and enjoying triathlon, she joined to challenge herself and help improve her fitness.

From her first race where she went in having never cycled 20k or run 5k before, to now racing comfortably over those distances, completing half marathons and a goal to complete a 70.3 next year, she is keen to share the message that triathlon is for everyone no matter where you are starting from and that you don’t need to be fast to compete.
As social media manager she will often be bullying people into a group photo or hounding them for their post-race details but makes up for it though the supply of home baked goods to keep everyone happy! 

I first became involved in triathlon in 2018 and joined the club around the same time. At the beginning of my journey, I couldn’t swim, but I was determined to join my younger sister, who had qualified to represent Great Britain in the Age Group World Championships on the Gold Coast in 2019.

After teaching myself to swim, entering my first triathlons and qualifying through a roll-down place at Southport Triathlon in May 2019, I went on to represent Great Britain on the Gold Coast that September. Catching the triathlon bug, I later raced for GB again in Lausanne, Switzerland, and Montreal, Canada.

These days, with two young boys and family life keeping me busy, my own training time is more limited. As Club Secretary, I enjoy supporting the club behind the scenes and encouraging others on their own triathlon journey. Whether you’re taking on your very first event or chasing international qualification, I’m a firm believer that with determination and the right support, anything is possible.

Dave joined Darlington Triathlon Club since 2012 as a junior member with very little sporting background. Through years of dedication, discipline, & consistency Dave has built up a vast array of experience, knowledge, & expertise that he is keen to share with athletes of all levels to help all athletes achieve their goals..

Dave assists Neil with the vast majority of sessions and is always on hand to give athletes tips to optimise performance. As an experienced triathlete, regularly competing in both Triathlon and single-sport events, with a range of different racing formats including 5k runs all the way to 70.3 formats, Dave thoroughly understands the challenges & rewards that come with triathlon training and racing.
Dave will always strive to help any athlete achieve their goals whether your goal is to cross the finish line for the very first time or stand on the podium. If you’re prepared to put the work in, you can achieve anything you want to.

Neil has been a member of Darlington Triathlon Club since 2012 and is passionate about helping athletes of all abilities achieve their goals. As Head Coach and a qualified Level 2 British Triathlon Coach, he brings extensive experience coaching adults and juniors, fostering a safe, inclusive and supportive environment..

An experienced endurance athlete, Neil regularly competes in both triathlon and single-sport events, with a particular focus on long-distance racing, including 70.3 and 140.6 formats. His own experience helps him understand the challenges and rewards of training and racing at every level.

Whether your goal is to cross the finish line for the very first time or stand on the podium, Neil is committed to helping every athlete unlock their potential, build confidence, and enjoy the lifelong benefits of triathlon.