About Sean
Sean is a certified triathlon coach and competitive age-group athlete with years of racing experience across sprint, Olympic, 70.3, and full Ironman distances. He founded Smiling Triathlete with a simple belief: that endurance sport should be challenging and joyful at the same time.
His coaching style is built on listening first. Every athlete who works with Sean gets a plan that reflects their real life — their schedule, their goals, their strengths, and the areas where they need the most support. No cookie-cutter plans. No one-size-fits-all approach.
Whether you're lining up for your first sprint triathlon or chasing a Kona qualification, Sean brings the same level of commitment, attention, and genuine enthusiasm to your journey.
Credentials & Experience
- Certified Triathlon Coach
- Ironman 70.3 & Full Ironman finisher
- Multiple Olympic & Sprint distance races
- Coached athletes across all experience levels
- Specializes in first-timers and age-group athletes
Coaching Philosophy
Great coaching isn't about pushing athletes to their limits — it's about helping them find those limits themselves, then moving them further. Sean's approach combines structured training methodology with the flexibility to adapt when life gets in the way. The goal is always the same: get to the finish line healthy, prepared, and smiling.