Grit Endurance: Chicago Triathlon Training & Coaching

Welcome to Grit Endurance: Your Partner in Triathlon Training Success

Start your triathlon journey with Chicago's most dedicated triathlon training team. Whether it's your first swim or your next Ironman, Grit Endurance is here to propel you forward.

The Grit Endurance Difference

We believe success is measured not only in finish times and PRs, but also in support, community, and self-discipline. That’s why our mission is to enhance lives through endurance sports.

As your Chicago-based hub for everything from swimming lessons to Ironman finishes, the GE community is a supportive, fun environment where every athlete, regardless of experience or skill level, can achieve their goals. With flexible coaching packages tailored to fit any budget, and the option for remote training worldwide, our USAT certified coaches are ready to take your performance to new heights.

Our core services

Our Training Philosophy

Supportive community

Half the fun is in the journey! We combine our data-driven, personalized training with a supportive community atmosphere, so your training is actually fun.

Race day ready

Cross the finish line with confidence. Our strategic focus ensures you are prepped, mentally and physically, for race day.

Coaching that works with your schedule

You have commitments and a life - and training for endurance sports can fit into your schedule. We meet our athletes where they are and help them balance their goals with everything else.

Innovative instruction

Our cutting-edge approach applies the power of data to every workout, giving us a full picture of your progress and the ability to make changes week to week.

Success Stories

How do you define success? Grit Endurance will help you get there.

Bart Kaminski

  • In his first year of personal coaching with GE, he shaved 25 minutes off his 70.3 time, from 6 hours and 7 minutes to 5 hours and 42 minutes!

  • He finished his first Ironman in 12 hours and 53 minutes!

  • He is now pursuing ultra marathons!

Jocelyn Rowe

  • Clinched 3rd place overall in the demanding Chicago Triathlon Triple Challenge, while cutting her Olympic distance triathlon time by 28 minutes!

  • Carved her marathon path from a debut at 4:42 to Boston Qualifying times of 3:29 and 3:38!

Adam Cloe

  • Achieved impressive rankings as a first-timer with a 70.3 finish in 5:25 and an Ironman finish in 12:07!

  • Now gearing up for a Boston Qualification attempt at the Indianapolis Marathon in 2024

Join Us at Our Next Event

Looking to meet fellow triathletes, or ready to put your training to the test? Our calendar is packed with opportunities.

Ready to Begin Your Triathlon Journey?

Discover why Grit Endurance is the choice for Chicago triathlon training.

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