MEET OUR TRIATHLON COACHES

At Hard & Smart Coaching, you’ll work with experienced, accredited triathlon coaches who understand that performance is built through consistent training, honest communication and a plan that fits real life.
We combine structured, purposeful training with responsive support and real-world adaptability. Whether you’re preparing for your first sprint triathlon or an IRONMAN, your coach will help you train consistently, adapt confidently and understand the purpose behind the work.
Our athletes value clear feedback, accountability and knowing that somebody is invested in them—not just their data and results.

Between them Mark, Craig, Cat and Greg have:

British Triathlon High Performing Coach
British Triathlon Level 2 Diploma
TrainingPeaks Level 2 and Power Training Accreditation
Level 3 Personal Trainer
ASA Swim coach

Level 4 Strength & Conditioning
English Athletics Coach in Running Fitness with endurance event group specialisation.
Over 25 years racing experience in triathlon, multi-sport and road running.
Multiple age-group representations at World and European level.

get better with the time you have

HEAD COACH

MARK

Head Coach Mark is a British Triathlon High Performing Coach with race experience from sprint distance to IRONMAN. He specialises in helping busy athletes train consistently, make better decisions and enjoy the process.

Read about Mark here

ASSOCIATE COACH

CAT

Associate Coach Cat combines experience as an athlete and teacher with a passion for helping people achieve their fitness and strength goals. As a mum of two, she understands the realities of balancing family, work and training—and why coaching must adapt to the individual.

ASSOCIATE COACH

CRAIG

Associate Coach Craig is a British Triathlon-qualified coach with more than ten years’ experience in endurance sport. His athlete-centred approach focuses on understanding the person, building an effective plan and helping them get the best from their available time.

Read about Craig here

ASSOCIATE COACH

GREG

Associate Coach Greg is a former junior national cross-country runner and double World Championship silver medallist in age-group triathlon. With more than 20 years’ coaching experience, he brings expertise, empathy and enthusiasm to athletes balancing ambitious goals with real life.