Welcome to Endurance Exchange! #
Join us in Orlando, Florida, from January 9–11, 2026, for USA Triathlon’s premier endurance sports industry conference at the The Caribe Royale Orlando
More than just a conference, Endurance Exchange is where multisport’s most passionate coaches, race directors, athletes, clubs, and industry leaders come together to connect, learn, and grow. Whether you're looking to level up your business, gain cutting-edge insights, or expand your network, this is where it all happens.
From expert-led sessions to meaningful conversations and career-shaping connections - Endurance Exchange is where your next big breakthrough begins.
Event Details#
Registration Information
REGISTER TODAY, opens in a new tabAll-access attendees will receive access to all sessions, the Expo, select meals, and open networking happy hours. Plus, all attendees will have access to the pre-event virtual educational networking opportunities via the online conference platform.
Coaches will receive 12 CEUs for attending the conference and participating in sessions.
Please note that pricing will increase as the event draws closer so register now!
Keynote Speaker Rowdy Gaines
READ MOREThree-time Olympic gold medalist and NBC Olympic broadcaster Rowdy Gaines will headline the event with a powerful keynote on leadership, resilience, and performance.
Known as “the voice of swimming,” Gaines brings decades of elite experience and inspiration to the multisport community.
Hotel Information
SPECIAL RATES, opens in a new tabCaribe Royale Resort is a spacious, all-suite resort just steps from Endurance Exchange and minutes from Walt Disney World. With a full-service spa, fitness center, and complimentary Disney shuttle, it's the perfect blend of relaxation, fun and convenience for your trip to Florida.
Stay onsite at the Caribe Royale Resort with a special group rate!
Schedule#
What is Endurance Exchange?
Endurance Exchange is USA Triathlon’s premier industry conference, bringing together coaches, race directors, and multisport professionals for three days of learning, networking, and inspiration.
When & Where?
Date: Jan. 9-11, 2026
Location: The Caribe Royale Resort, Orlando, Florida
Event Schedule Overview:
- Day 1: Networking events and welcome reception
- Day 2: Keynote speaker and educational sessions across coaching and race director tracks
- Day 3:State of the Sport, data deep-dives, and expert panels
Educational Tracks: Endurance Exchange offers two core education tracks:
- Coaching Track - Designed for endurance coaches of all levels, focused on performance science, business growth, athlete development, and coaching innovation.
- Race Director Track – Curated for new and veteran race directors, covering event operations, marketing, safety, and future-focused tech strategies.
- Velocity Based Training for Coaches
- Science Meets Coaching: Recent Research Informing Triathlon Performance
- Heat and Altitude Training – How to Execute Correctly
- Strength Training for Triathletes
- High Performance Aging
- Full-Spectrum Training to Support a Durable Run Off the Bike
- Advanced Periodization Strategies for Elite Athletes
- Recovery Science: Optimizing Rest for Peak Performance
Specialized Populations & Coaching:
- Beyond 140.6: Best Practices for Ultra+ Races
- Coaching Athletes Through Chronic Illness and Injury
- Youth and Junior Development – From the Bottom to the Top
- Narrative Review of Physiology, Injury, and Performance for Female Triathletes
- Coaching Beginners
- WSU Kona Medical Tent Data Findings and Coaching Implications
Technical Skills & Methods:
- Building Cycling Strength for the Off-Road Athlete
- Youth & Junior Draft-Legal Racing from a Coach & Race Director
- Foot and Ankle Training for Optimal Performance
- Advanced Swim Technique Analysis and Correction Methods
- Metrics and Data in Swimming – Benefits to In-Person and Remote Coaching
- Power Meter Data Analysis: Beyond FTP Testing
- Brick Training Mastery: Run-Bike Transition Optimization
- Video Analysis Techniques for Movement Optimization
- Equipment Selection and Bike Fitting for Performance
Business & Operations:
- Mini-MBA for Endurance Coaches
- Beyond Retention: Connect, Inspire, Thrive
- Client Acquisition and Retention Strategies for Triathlon Coaches
- Exploring Growth Opportunities in Coaching
- Building Your Online Presence: Social Media Marketing for Coaches
- Legal Essentials for Coaching Businesses: Waivers, Contracts, and Insurance
AI and Future of Coaching:
- AI-Powered Training Analysis: Tools and Applications for Coaches
- The Future of Wearable Technology in Endurance Sports
- Training Plan Design – Improved Efficiency and Detail
- Data Integration and AI: Making Sense of Multi-Source Athlete Data
- The Evolution of Coaching: Adapting to Technology Without Losing the Human Touch
- Turn First-Timers into Lifers
- Digital Marketing and Social Media Strategy for Race Growth
- Vendor Management and Cost Control Strategies
- How to Create a Lasting Community
- Creating and Understanding Event Financial Statements
- Sponsorship Acquisition and Partnership Development
- Event Logistics and Operational Excellence
AI & Technology:
- Smarter, Faster, Better: How AI is Changing the Game for Race Directors
- Streamlining Race Operations with AI Tools
Safety & Support:
- Swimming Safety Protocols and Emergency Response
- USAT Race Director Certification and Support Resource
- Volunteer Recruitment, Training, and Retention Strategies
- Post-Race Analysis and Continuous Improvement Systems
- Current Hot Topics in Triathlon
- Lincoln Douglas Debate: Fundamental Training Concepts
- Business Roundtable: Scaling Your Coaching Practice
- The Future of Triathlon Coaching Technology
- Women in Triathlon: Coaching Considerations and Opportunities
- Youth Development: Building the Next Generation
- Biomechanics and Movement Analysis for Coaches
- Nutrition Strategies: From Science to Practical Application
- Coach Wellness and Avoiding Burnout
- Open Q&A: Ask the Experts Anything
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From the Community #
"There are things that are applicable across everything because in the end you’re still talking about high performance, you’re still talking about learning and communicating with people."
— Jarrod Shoemaker, 2008 U.S. Olympian
“When we come and hear from all these experts and network with all of our peers, I think it opens our minds and horizons to what we do and how we do things and really allows us to think outside the box.”
— Wes Johnson, Head NCAA Women’s Collegiate Triathlon Coach at the University of Arizona
“I believe everyone who is involved in the multisport world should come because it’s (a chance to learn new) information. You get to engage with people, you get to connect with new people, you get to ask questions that you might not get to ask your coach. It’s good to come and hear from other peer advocates and be with those who are like-minded.”
— Michanda Myles, Host of Tri Beginner’s Luck Podcast
“It’s kind of like a reunion. We get together with friends we haven’t seen in a while, and in person. That’s the community side of it. From a standpoint of education, it’s good because there’s always things to learn, there’s things you get to share, so between things that you receive and what you give, you grow from that.”
— Scott Bennefield, USA Triathlon Certified Coach
“The amount of learning opportunities, the amount of networking opportunities, honestly it’s just a fun place to be with a lot of people who basically think alike and it’s a great place to bounce ideas off of everyone.”
— Ryan Bolton, 2000 U.S. Olympian and current USA Triathlon Director of High Performance
“As a coach, I’m not a race director and I don’t wear that hat at all, but talking to race directors and getting an understanding of what their challenges are is so interesting. The presentations are great, and for me just the networking was great.”
— Sara Dasso, USA Triathlon Certified Coach