ITCA - International Triathlon Coaching Association announces an updated triathlon coach certification course which is recognized for continuing education credit by USA Triathlon (USAT).
(1888PressRelease) December 29, 2011 - Just as swimming, biking and running are three distinct athletic endeavors, becoming a triathlon coach involves a variety of specific educational, technical and motivational skills. To meet the growing needs of triathlon coaches, the International Triathlon Coaching Association offers a unique triathlon coaching certification.
The triathlon coaching certification, approved by USA Triathlon, the National Academy of Sports Medicine, the International Sports Science Association and other certifying bodies, helps triathlon coaches construct programs for both training and racing, identify appropriate pace training zones, identify heart rate training zones and more. The multi-sport training covers both shorter sprint distances and full triathlon training.
"With men and women of all ages participating in triathlons in unprecedented numbers, great triathlon coaches are more important than ever," said John Spencer Ellis, founder of the International Triathlon Coaching Association and its multi-sport certification. "The International Triathlon Coaching Association not only offers the latest certifications in triathlon coaching, but we also offer complete business training that helps our graduates enjoy both financial and coaching success."
The online triathlon coaching certification program, which follows all the rules and regulations of USA Triathlon, offers ongoing enrollment and is valid for two years.
About the International Triathlon Coaching Association
The International Triathlon Coaching Association (ITCA) is the triathlon certification division of the National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association or NESTA, formed in 2008 to be the leading source of triathlon coaching certification and business development for new and advancing triathlon coaches. Since 1992, NESTA has been a leader in innovative solutions for sports and fitness professionals. Now with more than 55,000 members in 55 countries, it is one of the largest fitness associations in the world, and the fastest growing association of its kind in the United States. For more information, please visit http://triathloncoachcertification.com/