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Strong2thefinishline triathlete high-fiving fans in the IRONMAN finish chute

TRIATHLON COACHING FOR NEW TRIATHLETES

From your first sprint to a full IRONMAN. Train smarter, race with confidence, and become the athlete you're meant to be, with Coach Marques Garcia on the East Side of Seattle.

Coach Marques Garcia celebrating at a triathlon finish line
MEET YOUR COACH

BUILT FOR BEGINNERS, PROVEN AT EVERY LEVEL!

Marques Garcia is the founder and head coach of Marques Garcia Coaching and its triathlon club, Strong2thefinishline. Coach Marques has 21 years of experience working with diverse athletes, from complete beginners to experienced racers. He has completed more than 90 triathlons, holds IRONMAN and ESCI coaching certifications, has a Master's degree in Sports Sciences with an emphasis in kinesiology, and spent years as a strength and conditioning specialist before coaching triathlon. He builds your plan around your work, family and schedule, then stays with you from your first workout to the finish line.

Need help in the water?

Marques is also a swim instructor and active swim coach in Bellevue and Kirkland. If you want one-on-one or small-group lessons, see his adult swim lessons in Bellevue and Kirkland.

No annual dues

No membership fees. Just monthly coaching, a supportive community, and the Strong2thefinishline team that shows up for each other.

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CHOOSE YOUR COACHING

PREMIUM COACHING
$379 / month

For local athletes who want the full team experience.

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✓ Direct coaching from Coach Marques

✓ Full access to Coach Marques through in-person team trainings, TriDot, WhatsApp and weekly group video calls

✓ State-of-the-art training plan in TriDot

✓ Team trainings, clinics and all team activities

✓ Nutrition and fueling, plus a race-day pacing and fueling strategy

✓ Race selection

✓ Open water swim sessions (summer)

✓ Skills, technique and in-person coaching

✓ Strength & mobility

✓ Season and racing gear selection

✓ Unlimited races & training plans

✓ Training plan analysis & modification

VIRTUAL PREMIUM
$299 / month

For athletes worldwide and those who prefer to train solo.

Learn more about online triathlon coaching

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✓ Direct coaching from Coach Marques

✓ Full access to Coach Marques through TriDot, WhatsApp and a weekly group video call

✓ State-of-the-art training plan in TriDot

✓ Nutrition and fueling, plus a race-day pacing and fueling strategy

✓ Race selection

✓ Skills and technique coaching

✓ Strength & mobility

✓ Season and racing gear selection

✓ Unlimited races & training plans

✓ Training plan analysis & modification

✗ Team trainings, clinics and open water sessions not included

VIRTUAL LITE
$189 / month

For self-driven athletes who want a coach-guided plan with lighter check-ins.

Learn more about online triathlon coaching

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✓ Direct coaching from Coach Marques

✓ Limited access to Coach Marques: one text a week through WhatsApp or the TriDot app, plus a weekly group video call

✓ State-of-the-art training plan in TriDot

✓ Nutrition and fueling, plus a race-day pacing and fueling strategy

✓ Race selection

✓ Skills and technique coaching

✓ Strength & mobility

✓ Season and racing gear selection

✓ Unlimited races & training plans

✓ Training plan analysis & modification

✗ Team trainings, clinics and open water sessions not included

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO REACH THE FINISH

PERSONALIZED TRAINING

Daily workouts built with TriDot analytics, training zones that evolve with your fitness, and adjustments for heat, humidity, and elevation.

DIRECT COACHING

Weekly accountability check-ins, real-time support, and plan changes when life, fatigue, or your schedule shifts.

STRENGTH & MOBILITY

Strength sessions built into your TriDot calendar, with mobility work focused on staying injury-free for the long term.

NUTRITION & FUELING

Group nutrition sessions, everyday guidance for your training load, and a personalized race-day fueling strategy.

SWIM TECHNIQUE

Swim form analysis and drills matched to your stroke, with private sessions available when you need extra help.

RACE PREPARATION

Race selection, unlimited race planning across all distances, race-week preparation, and mental strategy.

TEAM TRAINING

In-person swim, bike, and run sessions with the team, plus strength and conditioning work.

SKILLS & TECHNIQUE

Run drills for form and speed, bike work for power, and open water swim instruction.

SEASON & GEAR PLANNING

Help choosing the right gear, planning your season, and priority sign-ups for select races.

TRAIN ALL YEAR WITH THE TEAM

October is the best time to join, but you can start any month and ease into the program.

WINTER FOUNDATION

October to March

Indoor cycling and outdoor running.

SPRING & SUMMER

April to September

Track sessions, open water swims, and bike-run bricks.

Coach Marques Garcia and Strong2thefinishline athletes at Ironman Oregon

WHAT ATHLETES SAY ON GOOGLE

READY TO START YOUR TRIATHLON JOURNEY?

Fill out the athlete questionnaire and Coach Marques will be in touch.

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