Coach Bill Floyd
USAT Certified Coach, Level II
USA Cycling Certified Coach, Elite Level
Coach Bill at the ITU World Championships in Beijing.
I am a USA Triathlon Certified Coach, Level II, which qualifies me to coach an Olympian. The USA Triathlon Coaching Certification Program is aligned with the United States Olympic Committee's goals for long range planning of athlete and coaching development. USAT, also, abides by the USOC's Coaching Code of Ethics . We even have to be certified in First Aid and CPR and pass a background check, every two years. And, I was selected for USAT's Elite Mentorship Program and have assisted the staff coaches at the U. S. Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, CO. In addition, I have earned from USA Cycling, an Elite Level Coaching Certification (only about 50 of us in the entire world.)
When you are selecting a coach, there are many areas that you have to look at before choosing. Winning triathlons is an important consideration, to a point. However, winning does not necessarily mean you know how to coach, teach, advise, and to lead to victory.
My background includes working in billion-dollar corporation environments that are demanding and fast paced. They push you to the limits and teach you stress levels that are world class, yet, manageable. In more than one company I had the honor and privilege to be selected as the District/Regional trainer. In fact, if it were not for a family illness, I would have been the Director of Training and Development for an extremely profitable division of a 58+ billion dollar corporation. Plus, I have had the good fortune to be promoted to District and S. E. Regional Manager in these large companies. Because of my skills and achievements, I was selected Manager of the Year. And, my degree is in Mass Communications, sequence in advertising, from the University of South Florida. So my experience gives you skills that are directed and honed to bring out the best in you. The impact you may achieve: I have coached triathletes to the U. S. National Championships, and, to the World Championships. Plus, I am Nationally and World ranked and a two time member TEAM USA.
In a short synopsis, read about some of my athletic, managerial, training, and leadership backgrounds. Then you will make a stronger decision when you select me as your coach.
A highly technical computer program will be utilized to tweak the triathletes individual level of achievement and commitment. The individual Training Plan will be evaluated, and updated, at strategic points on the calendar to insure all slated races are tracked, and training time, skills, intensity, and duration will be formulated to meet/exceed the athlete's goals and objectives.
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USAT Certified Coaches are required to take 20 hours of continuing education units every two years for their certification, as well for USA Cycling, too. The following courses were taken by Coach Bill for his certification and re-certification. Others were taken to achieve his need for excellence in training athletes to their highest level of commitment and ability.
 Coach Bill with Dave Scott |
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 Coach Bill with Hunter Kemper |
Hunter Kemper, the first 3 time Olympian in triathlon,and finished 7th in the 2008 Olympic Triathlon at Beijing, with Coach Bill at a USA Triathlon Champions' weekend. We met up with Hunter again at the New York City Triathlon, and watched him train in the pool during Coach Bill's Elite Mentorship Program at the U. S. Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs,Colorado. Formerly ranked number one in the world, and a multi-year number one at the Elite National's, besides many other wins of the highest of ranking, including the Lifestyle Fitness Triathlon. A fierce competitor and a nice guy, a rarity in today's world. |
| 2017 | National Age Grouper injured |
| 2016 | EPIC Olympic Triathlon Festival 1st |
| 2015 | Long Boat Key Triathlon 3rd |
| 2014 | Gator Half Triathlon (1/2 IM) 1st Orlando Triathlon @ Baldwin Park 1st Marineland Olympic Triathlon 1st Father's Day Olympic Triathlon 1st Health First Triathlon 1st Marco Island Triathlon 2nd Long Boat Key International Triathlon 2nd Daytona Speedway 1/2 Marathon 7th National Age Grouper |
| 2013 | Amelia Island Olympic Triathlon - 1st |
| 2012 | Fall Festival Sprint Triathlon - 1st |
| 2011 | Masters Championship - Olympic distance - 1st |
| 2010 | Masters Championship - Olympic - Orlando 1st Longleaf Sprint Triathlon 1st HealthFirst Triathlon 2nd USA Triathlon National Championships - Tuscaloosa, Alabama, 19th, qualified for World Championships. Member TEAM USA Fall Festival Olympic Triathlon - 1st North Florida Olympic Triathlon - 2nd Marineland Olympic Triathlon - 1st East Pasco Sprint Triathlon - 2nd Brandon 1/2 Marathon - 8th National Age Grouper |
| 2009 | Masters Championship - Olympic Distance, Orlando 1st HealthFirst Triathlon1st Chaotic Cotee Man Triathlon 3rd Moss Park Triathlon Festival 1st Olympic distance USA Triathlon National Age Group Championships, Tuscaloosa, Alabama 27th (flatted in transition) Orlando Triathlon - 2nd Madeira Beach Triathlon - 5th Zephryhills Spring Sprint Triathlon - 2nd Gasparilla Distance Classic 1/2 Marathon - 37th National Age Group Qualifier Brandon 1/2 Marathon - 5th (PR/course) Phinley Holiday Phun Run 10k - 2nd |
| 2008 | Masters Championship - Olympic distance: Orlando - 1st LongLeaf Triathlon - 1st Health First Triathlon - 2nd Sommer Sports Summer Sprint Series: Clermont - 4th Fall Festival Olympic Distance Triathlon - 2nd Heartland Triathlon - 4th Madeira Beach Triathlon - 10th Orlando Triathlon - 2nd TriAmerica National Triathlon Series tour - 1st Zephryhills Spring Sprint Triathlon 1st Gasparilla Distance Classic Marathon 19th Brandon 1/2 Marathon - 6th National Age Group Qualifier |
| 2007 | Masters Championship: Orlando 1st Longleaf Triathlon2nd HealthFirst Triathlon 1st Sand Key Triathlon 1st New York City Triathlon, Olympic Distance 17th Orlando Triathlon 2nd Zephryhills Spring Triathlon1st Disney 70.3 (1/2 Ironman) 16th National Age Group Qualifier Gasparilla Distance Classic 1/2 Marathon 13th Brandon 1/2 Marathon - 4th |
| 2006 | Brandon 1/2 Marathon 4th Mad Beach Triathlon-USAT Regional Championships 3rd Clermont Summer Sprint Series 3rd, 6th, 2nd, 5th Heartland Triathlon 2nd Moss Park Triathlon 2nd National Age Group Qualifier |
| 2005 | Mad Beach Triathlon-USAT Regional Championships 10th Clerrmont Summer Sprint Series 6th, 8th St. Anthony's International distance Triathlon 22nd National Age Group Championships, Kansas City, MO Invitee to World Championships, Hawaii, 2005 |
| 2004 | Siesta Key Triathlon 5th Mad Beach Triathlon-USAT Regional Championships 11th Clerrmont Summer Sprint Series 5th, 5th, 6th, 7th Sand Key Triathlon 3rd St. Anthony's International distance Triathlon 23rd |
| 2003 | Top Cop Triathlon 2nd Father's Day Triathlon 4th Englewood YMCA Triathlon7th DuTri Triathlon 5th Siesta Key Triathlon 8th |
| 2002 | Top Cop Triathlon 1st Crystal Springs Triathlon 7th Siesta Key Triathlon 7th |
| 2001 | River Hills Rapids Triathlon 2nd Top Cop Triathlon 1st St. Petersburg Triathlon 9th Tri-umph Triathlon 7th |
| 2000 | Top Cop Triathlon 2nd |
| 1992 | The Great Floridian Triathlon (Ironman distance) finisher The Florida Challenge Triathlon 1st Tarpon Springs Triathlon 8th |
As you read a few of my athletic achievements, please note that my experience in endurance competition is broad while also shown are those with a high degree of skill and agility. The reason you are given these is so you will know the quality of athleticism, and what you can expect from your coach. I have competed in triathlons since 1988.
SAILING/CANOE RACING winner of the World's Longest River Regatta (1978), 2nd in the World's Longest River Regatta (1977), winner of the Rudder Club's Fall Series Races (1977), 3rd in the Founder's Day Regatta (1977), participant in many other sailing races, winner of 17 mile Citrus County Canoe Race (1974), 4th in 1st Annual Tampa Naval Reserve Canoe Race (1974), 3rd in Treasure Island Canoe Race (1974)
TENNIS Rated 5.5 on pro scale to 7, winner of doubles National Sales Meeting for Bausch & Lomb, winner of singles at National Sales Meeting for Ciba Vision Care, winner of doubles round robin tournament at National Sales Meeting for Ciba Vision Care. City Champion in Paddle Tennis in Tampa, Florida
BASEBALL/SOFTBALL Little League All Star - 2 years, Babe Ruth All Star, letterman high school baseball, City League All Star - fast pitch softball
MANAGERIAL/TRAINING BACKGROUND A background in sports is vital for an on hands experience, however, to coach effectively, experience in managing and leading is the important ingredient to draw out of the athlete his best, at the right time, in the conditions given, with the attitude of accomplishing our agreed upon goals and objectives. While I can not list all of my accomplishments, these will give you the background needed to make a conscientious decision on my becoming your coach.
STORE MANAGER formerly with Temple Terrace Schwinn, directed annual triathlon seminar for beginning to immediate triathletes, responsible for sales, training of personnel, merchandising and assisting in product selection, operations of the facility. Expert bike fitting and aerodynamics and bike race preparation
REGIONAL/DISTRICT MANAGER/TRAINER For both Ciba Vision Care and Bausch & Lomb, the hiring of sales representatives, sales development through representatives growth plans, dollars achieved, administration of representatives tracking systems, and promotional opportunities.With Bausch & Lomb - 2 time Pinnacle Club winner, Southeastern Salesperson of the Year, With Ciba Vision - 2 time winner of the Distinguished Performance Award in sales, winner of the Distinguished Performance Award in sales management, District Trainer - Hallmark Cards (Ambassador Division), District Trainer - Bausch & Lomb, Regional Trainer - Ciba Vision Care
OTHER LEADERSHIP AREAS Den Leader/Cub Scouts, President of church youth groups, selected as one of the Outstanding Young Christians in Tampa, president of homeroom classes, Chaplain of Collegiate Civitan Club, Student Council, guest speaker at the University of Tampa on marketing, originated and implemented the 1st Annual Tampa Naval Reserve Canoe Race, member of the Board of Governors/Rudder Club (public relations) - Jacksonville, Florida, Assistant Scoutmaster - responsible for 7 merit badges for counseling,Elite Mentorship Program from USA Triathlon