For Athletes Who Are Tired Of "Trying" And Still Not Achieving The Level Of Success They Deserve...
BESPOKE ONLINE TRIATHLON COACHING.
For Busy Triathletes
WITH FAMILIES, FULL TIME JOBS OR BUSY SOCIAL LIVES
We help triathletes juggle their busy work, family and social lives with triathlon training so they can smash their goals AND be happy at home!
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BLOC COACHING & RACE TEAM
WAS CREATED FOR TWO REASONS
— Reason #1 —
We understand the challenge of trying to train for a triathlon and juggle the school run, the after school clubs, spouse/relationships AND a professional job.
As athletes, we have been there, we've learnt the best hacks and we've made all of the mistakes, so we can make your training and routine as efficient as possible.
As Coaches, we've refined our systems, perfected scheduling (and re-arranging, because life happens!) sessions for maximum efficiency, to make every second of your training count towards your goal.
— Reason #2 —
Triathlon can be a lonely sport. We love bringing people together, sharing experiences, building friendships and creating our own family environment.
BLOC is a safe space where we can share our training stresses, our goals and our achievements. A place where you know we'll always have your back when you need it.
We have a strong whatsapp community of members, there are no ego's. It's supportive, friendly, welcoming.
A home away from home. We each understand the demands of training with busy lifestyles and we help each other out.
WE SPECIALISE IN TRIATHLON COACHING AND TRAINING CAMPS FOR
WEEKEND WARRIORS
Does This Sound Like You?
Juggling training and life is HARD! We totally get it.
- Do you feel like... Your big goal is just around the corner but you aren't ready yet
- Does it seem... As though your training has plateaued and you're not making progress anymore
- Are you frustrated that... You're following a plan but when you miss sessions you can't catch back up again
- And when it comes down to it, do you... want to train to the best of your ability AND still have time for your family, friends and career
Meet
Coach Darren
By day I am a Senior Safety Engineer based in the South-West having previously been a Nuclear Engineer with the Royal Navy. It was through the latter that I was introduced to the world of triathlon some 15 years ago. The sport has become a passion and I wanted to share this love of the sport which is why I have gone down the path of coaching.
Add to this an unhealthy obsession for all things cycling, this I firmly blame on my dad, taking me to the milk races as a kid to watch the likes of Malcom Elliott. Which is now what I do with my 3 year old daughter.
I have coached triathlon for the last 2 years, holding a British Triathlon level 2 coaching qualification and was (and still am) one of the lead coaches within Royal Navy Triathlon. Over the last two years I have coached and lead camps both domestically and abroad, from grassroots (novice) to the elite.
The environment and the tempo we work to, as well as juggling a social and domestic life (having a 3 year old little princess keeps you on your toes) I understand that time to train is precious, so you want to make the most of it. As a team we aim to work to the athletes needs, be it building towards your first sprint triathlon to setting a PB at an Ironman all the while remembering why we entered into the sport…because we ENJOY IT!!!
My palmarés includes riding the 2020 Tour de France route in its entirety in the same time frame
Everesting on Mont Ventoux and thus joining the Club des Cinglés (number 416 BiCinglétté)
Ironman 70.3 world champs 2022
plus too many to count triathlons from sprint to full Ironman…as I said it’s a passion.
Meet
Coach Gemma
I don't just coach, I love to race too.
I think it's important to have first hand experience, to have made mistakes and to have juggled family (through pregnancy and returning to racing) work and training to be able to coach you effectively.
I started my triathlon journey not being able to run a whole parkrun and built up from a run-walk strategy. I'd never have believed I'd be racing Ironman's with GB kit on or have been able to cycle the length of the UK! ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE!
Whilst I am the Head Coach and Founder of BLOC, it isn't 'my' team. It's OUR team, every decision is made in collaboration with our team mates and we ebb and flow with the needs and demands of our members.
It's a pretty cool place and everyone plays a key part just by being here.
I'm a qualified ironman and triathlon coach, L3 Personal trainer, 200hr Yoga Instructor, Pre&Post Natal Exercise Specialist and Life Coach.
International Honours:
2023 World Long Distance Duathlon Championships (QUALIFIED)
2023 World Long Distance Triathlon Championships (QUALIFIED)
2023 World Long Distance Aquabike Championships (QUALIFIED)
2023 European Long Distance Triathlon Championships (QUALIFIED)
2021 World Triathlon Long Distance Championships Almere-Amsterdam
2016 Copenhagen ETU Powerman Long Distance Duathlon European Championships
2015 Alcobendas ETU Sprint Distance Duathlon European Championships
2014 ITU World Standard Triathlon Grand Final Edmonton
2014 Edmonton ITU Aquathlon World Championships
2014 Horst ETU Sprint Duathlon European Championships
2013 ITU World Sprint Triathlon Grand Final London
2013 London ITU Aquathlon World Championships
British and English AG Championship Podiums
Aquathlon, St Neots - 2nd Silver
Middle Distance Championships, Grafman Triathlon- 3rd Bronze
Middle Distance Championships, Deva Triathlon - 2nd Silver
Middle Distance Championships, Grafman Triathlon - 3rd Bronze (this time 9 months post-partum)
Ironman and Iron-Distance
Qualified 2021 Ironman World Championships
Qualified 2021 Challenge Championships, Samorin
TESTIMONIALS
OUR AMAZING ATHLETES
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"Worth every penny. I signed up for my first ironman with the aim of proving something to myself and ¾ of the way through that training I found Gemma. Pretty quickly it felt like she knew me as an athlete and a person. She built my confidence, guided me through the ironman journey and next thing I knew I'd fallen in love with the process.
I didn't anticipate wanting to enter event after event but at this point, I don't want to jump off the carousel. Gemma has bought back my sense of belief, purpose and drive. I have loved and continue to love the training she provides, the support she offers and the community that has been built within Bloc.
I'm so thrilled to be a part of this team.
One last thing to mention though ... I do also love being able to say that I am an ironman. So, thanks for that Gemma. You got me here."
ELLIE
BRISTOL, UK
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"I joined BLOC in Oct 2022 to prepare for my first Ironman.
My training was tailored around work and family commitments to help me achieve my dream.
Not only did I achieve my dream, I created new ones by qualifying as a GB Age Group athlete.
My flexible, targeted training played a massive part in this. I love being part of the BLOC family and the team's now a major part of my life."
DREW
WINDSOR, UK
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"Life has been a bit of a rollercoaster for the last 2 and a half years, but with 5 months to go until my Ironman debut, amazingly we're still on track to complete what we initially set out to do - and that is all down to the hard work, patience, adaptability and flexibility of Gemma. There's no coach I'd rather have."
"Gemma totally understands that kids, family commitments, and work commitments all impact on both how and when I can train, and has never complained when I've missed the odd training session."
KEVIN
SOUTHAMPTON, UK
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"Joining bloc has been the best decision I’ve made for my mental and physical health this year. Not only do the coaches accommodate you and schedule around your work rotas, they support you when you need rest and recovery periods and remind you the importance of self care.
Thank you Darren!"
SYDNEY
GUILDFORD, UK
WHAT WE OFFER
OUR COACHING
PERSONALISED AND DYNAMIC. NEVER FROM AI.
ONLINE TRIATHLON COACHING
We Will Build Your Schedule Together And We won't waste your time. Every session will count towards your goal.
- Unlimited Coach Support, contact us any time, we'll update your plan to be as dynamic as your lifestyle
- Dedicated Team Nutritionist & Sports Therapist, because pre-hab is more important than re-hab and fuelling correctly is essential for training and racing
- Strength, Detailed Race Plans, Weekly Zwift Group Sessions and more!
GROUP COACHING
WINTER TRAINING PROJECT
For those who want to get started in triathlon with coach support and a full training plan
- 1 October - 31 March, training supported by HumanGo
- Group Coaching and webinars, weekly catch-ups, bi-weekly webinars
- Team kit and discounts
- Just £50pm early bird pricing
COACH LED
MALLORCA TRAINING CAMP
We're beyond stoked to announce the Team BLOC Training Camp coming to you from the luxurious Ferrer Janeiro Hotel & Spa in Mallorca!
- Coached Pool & Open Water Swimming, with Video Analysis so you can hone your swim skills
- Recce Mallorca 70.3 Cycle Route, experience the scenic climbs, and epic roads
- Nutrition, Strength, Seminars, Pasta Parties, Spa, and more!
COACH LED
WALES TRAINING WEEKEND
Ideally placed in Saundersfoot on the IM Wales course itself! The perfect training weekend, ideal for when you can't justify a whole week or the expense of travelling abroad without the family.
- Coached Open Water Sea Swimming, learn acclimatisation, sighting, entry & exit practices, group swimming & drafting skills
- Recce the Ironman Wales Route, with full coach support
- Nutrition and Sports Injury Seminars, and more!
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Our Podcast:
Around The BLOC
The Importance Of Winter Training
How To Qualify For The GBR Age Group Team
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