Train smarter. Race Stronger

Mel coached me to my first Ironman and her guidance made an immediate, substantial impact on my training. She not only has a very high level of expertise in all 3 disciplines of triathlon, but is also an excellent motivator and communicated well with me throughout the entire prep. I went into the race feeling as prepared as I could’ve been and comfortably achieved my goal time. I would highly recommend her coaching services.

Mel coached me to successfully completing my first endurance swim event. Her experience as both a coach and athlete mixed with her boundless enthusiasm and energy make her the coach you want by your side. 
She delivered a well rounded plan with clear aims at the start of each new training block. Plans were available promptly and there was always scope to adapt things as needed. 
I learned so much during the experience and Mel’s friendly accessible coaching style was perfect.

When I started coaching with Mel, I was a complete beginner and didn’t think I was good enough to have a coach. Swimming the length of Windermere both excited and terrified me, but Mel made it possible. She built a plan around my busy life, helping me improve technique, confidence, fuelling and most importantly, believe in myself. Crossing the jetty after 11 miles was incredible. From there, she guided me to my next goal a Half Ironman. Mel understood the juggle of life and created a plan that was achievable and enjoyable. Completing my first 70.3 in Bolton exceeded all expectations and proved the magic of trusting the process.

I first met Mel when I moved to Nottingham around 2012, whilst she was coaching at TFN Tri club. I always enjoyed Mel’s sessions, she coaches with energy, knowledge and passion. When I decided to start training for the English Channel in 2019, I reached out to Mel and she was more than happy to help. That year she didn’t only write sessions for me, she also swam many of them with me, as a training partner. Swimming the Channel was a lifetimes dream, and Coach Mel was a big part of my journey and success. If you’re contemplating a big swim challenge, give her a call.

Mel Berry’s coaching completely changed the way I train. She set up a programme that focused on mobility, strength, technique, and stamina, all aimed at swimming the length of Coniston. I ended up feeling so much stronger that I went on to do Ullswater and even Windermere—things I never thought I could do.

What I really loved was that Mel built the plan around real life. She gave great advice on nutrition, helped me think about my ‘why,’ how to control the controllable, and really made me believe in myself. I honestly couldn’t have done it without her.