Dan Mason

Qualified as BTF level III coach Coached at all levels from beginners aiming to complete their first multisport event through to experienced athletes qualifying for GB Age Group slots

Originally from Yorkshire, I have lived in Hampshire for the last 20 years and this has now become my home. I have been competing in triathlon since 2009 having spent the previous 20 years as a rather inactive overweight smoker. This means that I can easily relate to people starting off in the sport at all levels who are often intimidated by what they perceive to be a world of daunting semi elite athletes. Having got totally hooked and immersed in in the world of training and racing at multiple distances, I took up coaching triathlon in 2011 to give a little back to others in the sport, soon after qualifying as BTF level 2 and more recently achieving the BTF level 3 certification. My passion lies with assisting others reach their triathlon goals. Having covered all distances from sprint to IM distance I find that middle to full distance is what I enjoy the most, though I am yet to reach my full potential at IM distance.

On a personal note I am married and have two jack Russell dogs that take up my down time with great adventurous walks in the country, they certainly keep me amused - I have a dry sense of humour, a very positive outlook and don’t take life too seriously – I love racing and compete as often as I can whether it be a local time trial, sprint triathlon or a full on Iron distance triathlon on the other side of the world.