Olympic Gold Medalist and NBC Broadcaster Rowdy Gaines to Keynote USA Triathlon’s 2026 Endurance Exchange in Orlando at Luxurious Caribe Royale Resort

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — USA Triathlon today announced that the 2026 Endurance Exchange, USA Triathlon’s premier annual conference for multisport professionals, coaches, and community members, will take place in Orlando, Florida, at the luxurious Caribe Royale Orlando resort. Three-time Olympic gold medalist and iconic NBC swimming commentator Rowdy Gaines will serve as the conference’s keynote speaker. Registration is now open.  

Endurance Exchange is the nation’s leading conference for coaches, race directors, club leaders, and multisport enthusiasts to connect, learn, and grow. The 2026 event will feature engaging educational sessions, networking opportunities, professional development, and opportunities for race directors and USA Triathlon Certified Coaches to earn CEUs, all in one inspiring location just minutes from Disney World, Universal Studios, and more.

2026 Endurance Exchange will be hosted at the Caribe Royale Orlando, offering attendees a unique and luxurious event experience, with all learning, networking, and community-building in one location. A Walt Disney World Good Neighbor ® resort, the Caribe Royale includes pools, sport courts, exclusive walking/running trails, and a two-story fitness center. The Caribe Royale’s top-tier amenities, paired with Florida’s warm winter weather, create the perfect environment to refresh, recharge, and return home ready to make an impact. 

“From brainstorming fresh ideas over coffee to forging lifelong collaborations, the relationships you build at Endurance Exchange will energize and inspire you for years to come,” said Victoria Brumfield, USA Triathlon CEO. “We are excited for Endurance Exchange to head to beautiful, warm Orlando next January, offering endurance sports professionals a packed weekend of the best educational and networking opportunities in the endurance sports industry. We’re also thrilled to welcome Olympic legend Rowdy Gaines as our keynote speaker — his experience, insight, and passion will undoubtedly inspire and motivate our entire community.” 

“Voice of Swimming” Rowdy Gaines to Deliver Keynote 

 A legend in and out of the pool, Rowdy Gaines brings a compelling perspective on perseverance, performance, and purpose. Once known as the fastest swimmer in the world, Gaines overcame the heartbreak of the 1980 Olympic boycott to win three Olympic gold medals at the 1984 Olympic Games.  

Today, he’s widely regarded as “the voice of swimming,” having covered nine Olympic Games, including Paris 2024, with his 10th on the horizon for NBC at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. 

At Endurance Exchange in Orlando, Gaines will deliver a powerful talk on leadership, resilience, teamwork, and high performance.  

“As an Olympic swimmer, I learned that success isn’t just about speed — it’s about heart, teamwork, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. That’s what brings us all together, triathletes, swimmers, all of us chasing the edge,” Gaines said. “There is no athlete on the planet that I respect more than a triathlete. And the dedication and commitment needed for success are unparalleled.” 

What to Expect at Endurance Exchange 

With live sessions presented by the industry’s top coaches, race directors, and industry professionals, Endurance Exchange features a mix of hands-on, experiential learning workshops and lecture experiences to educate athletes, coaches, race directors, and more members of the multisport community.   

Endurance Exchange highlights include:  

• CEU-accredited sessions from top experts in coaching, science, business, and inclusion 
• Community-building opportunities with fellow coaches, race directors, and athletes 
• Expert panels, hands-on workshops, and networking events 
• Keynote address by Rowdy Gaines on leadership, resilience, and performance 

2026 Endurance Exchange is the ultimate event for coaches dedicated to growth, connection, and community impact. Registration is open now.  

To learn more about Endurance Exchange, visit www.usatriathlon.org/endurance-exchange.

About USA Triathlon

USA Triathlon is proud to serve as the National Governing Body for triathlon, as well as duathlon, aquathlon, aquabike, winter triathlon, off-road triathlon, paratriathlon, and indoor and virtual multisport events in the United States. Founded in 1982, USA Triathlon sanctions more than 3,500 events and races and connects with and supports more than 300,000 unique active members each year, making it the largest multisport organization in the world. In addition to its work at the grassroots level with athletes, coaches, and race directors — as well as the USA Triathlon Foundation — USA Triathlon provides leadership and support to elite athletes competing at international events, including World Triathlon World Championships, Pan American Games and the Olympic and Paralympic Games.