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ENERGYLAB Triathlon is a prestigious sports club located in Brisbane, Australia. The club is dedicated to nurturing and fostering a passion for exercise among its members. Whether you are a beginner or a professional triathlete, ENERGYLAB Triathlon caters to all levels of athletes, providing group sessions and online coaching programmes.
The primary objective of the club is to grow the sport of Triathlon and help athletes achieve their full potential. The club believes in creating a supportive and fun environment where members can balance their training, work, family, and friends. The club's ongoing motivation stems from setting new goals and supporting each other to achieve them.
One of the unique aspects of ENERGYLAB Triathlon is that it becomes an extended family for its members. This sense of belonging and camaraderie is what sets the club apart. The sessions offered by the club are open to individuals of all abilities, ranging from those completing their first triathlon to world championship level athletes.
Led by Mark Gleeson, who was awarded the Triathlon Queensland Club Coach of the Year in 2020/2021, the team of experienced coaches and mentors at ENERGYLAB Triathlon are all accredited Triathlon Australia coaches and passionate triathletes themselves. They lead by example and provide immediate feedback to ensure safety and improve performance during sessions. The coaches are committed to helping all members achieve their personal goals while creating a purposeful and enjoyable training environment.
When it comes to racing, members of ENERGYLAB Triathlon are supported by the Energy Lab Tribe, a group of dedicated individuals who attend local, 70. 3, and Ironman races to provide support and encouragement.
The club offers a variety of sessions tailored to different abilities and coached to ensure no one gets left behind. The lively and infectious vibe of the Tribe is something that newcomers will immediately notice when they join.
ENERGYLAB Triathlon also offers online coaching programmes for athletes of all levels, from sprint distance to Ironman triathlons, as well as specific sports like running and cycling. These programmes provide structure and utilise a data-driven approach to modify training based on the body's response to the sessions. The programmes also help athletes develop specific race plans, including pacing, hydration, and nutrition strategies. Personalised online coaching programmes are designed to transfer knowledge and provide guidance to help athletes reach their full potential.
For those based in Brisbane, the club offers sessions in various locations. The swim sessions take place on Mondays and Wednesdays at Clayfield College, while bike sessions are held on Wednesdays and Fridays at Nundah Crit Track. Run sessions happen on Tuesdays and Thursdays at Brett's Wharf Ferry. The pricing options for these sessions include casual rates, session passes, and weekly passes.
Head Coach Mark Gleeson leads by example at ENERGYLAB Triathlon. With over 30 years of triathlon experience, he has participated in races of all distances, including Ironman. Mark's achievements include being an accredited development coach by Triathlon Australia, the Triathlon Queensland Club Coach of the Year in 2020/2021, an accredited development coach by AusCycling, and a multiple-time Ironman finisher and Hawaiian Ironman qualifier.
Mark understands the importance of maintaining a balanced approach to training, considering the demands of work, family, and friends. He believes in the value of training with purpose and having fun along the way, a philosophy that permeates throughout ENERGYLAB Triathlon.
