Hi, I'm Rachel. I'm pro-triathlete and a mother of two.

Since we arrived here from Europe in October 2005, I have realized that California really is the home of triathlons. The sport is growing every year as people find a reason to give triathlons a go themself. It's not long until they're hooked. And the climate is perfect!

I have been competing in triathlons since 1994 (when I was 18 years old) and see no end in sight. I want to pass on to you, whether you are a beginner or experienced triathlete what it takes to be able to perform, whatever your level. And if you have children and / or work, I know what it's like to balance work, training and your family - we have an optional childcare service, which I know you and your kids will love.

Rachel Challis Race Results 2011
4th Pro, Syracuse 70.3,4:39
5th Pro, Vineman 70.3, 4:19
11th Pro Wildflower 70.3, 4:51
1st Overall Female, Camp Pendleton Duathlon
2nd Pro Encinitas Triathlon
12th Pro, California 70.3,4:40

Rachel Challis Race Results 2010
San Dieguito Half Marathon, 1:25
12th Pro California 70.3, 4:47
3rd Elite Superseal Olympic Tri
12th Pro Wildflower 70.3, 4:56
2nd Elite Encinitas Triathlon
3rd Elite San Diego International Triathlon
8th Pro Vineman 70.3, 4:39
2nd Pro Syracuse 70.3, 4:30
2nd Elite All Women's Tri
3rd Pro Taiwan 70.3, 4:44

Rachel Challis Results 2009
1st 30-34 age group, Carlsbad Half Marathon. 1:23:11
12th Pro California 70.3, 4:44
9th Pro Wildflower, 4:55
2nd Elite Encinitas Triathlon, 1:05:48
1st Pro San Diego International Triathlon, 1:43:16
9th Pro Vineman, 4:34
7th Pro Malibu, 2:09
2nd Elite San Diego Classic, 1:53

Bart.

The Academy Coach
Name: Christine Silcox
Date of Birth: January 12, 1968
Joined Training Transition to train with the group: Oct 2007
Began as a coach: August 2011
Qualifications and Experience: USA Triathlon Coaching Level I
Major short term goal: Maintain daily sanity with my 3 girls & eliminate goggle eyes at school pick-up
Major long term goal: Improve Ironman time and share my passion for triathlon with as many who will tolerate
Favorite thing about Training Transition: Being part of a fabulous group of motivated, dynamic, funny, generous, kind and ambitious athletes.
Favorite Race: Ironman Arizona & kids Junior Aquathon
Other Comments: Don't wonder if - inspire yourself by doing!

Our Sitters

We have 4 regular sitters who I know you and your children will love. I have known 3 of them personally for 4 years and the other comes with excellent references. One is teaching P.E. currently, one is an ex YMCA Pre K teacher and the other two are studying. As childcare is usually outdoors, in local Encinitas playgrounds, the children find it easy to separate from you when you go training. There is a low ratio of children to sitters so the children are safe and get the full attention they need. Your child(ren) will make some great friends here. We find most kids ask to keep coming back!