Third Coast Training - Houston Triathlon Training

5.0
107 reviews from Google

Led by veteran owned coach Johnny Shelby a swim, bike, and run multisport endurance specialist serving Greater Houston, we specialize in private swimming lessons for adults of all levels, with specialized endurance coaching for triathletes to conquer the swim leg with confidence. We have affordable custom individualized plans, 1:1 and couples swim lessons packages to help you achieve your personal best. Our comprehensive triathlon programs that include expert personalized private swimming instruction, cycling, and running performance testing. Your swimming instructor will work with you one-on-one to improve your technique and endurance. Dial in your performance with our in-home massage therapy services.

Call us! +1 713-487-7708
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I would highly recommend Johnny Shelby LMT to others, based on my experience. I am a retired massage therapist, and a recreational extreme sports participant. I appreciate the time he took to listen to my comments and complaints on my physical feelings of pain & numbness. I was evaluated for range of motion and we discussed our initial therapy plan. At all times during my therapy session was I comfortable and free to communicate on pressure, temperature of table, and my questions were answered. My therapeutic body work was effective, and I did receive some immediate relief. However, I know that massage therapy, assisted stretching benefits are progressive and we must get ahead of the curve. I look forward to continuing my therapy and feeling better ~ Bevin J
I went to Jonny for the six hour private swim workshops after attending a 2 days total immersion swimming workshop. Being a newbie to triathlon, I struggle with body balance and speed. Jonny is very patient guiding me on my learing journey. He videotaped me at our first meet for recordkeeping on my bad swim habit and guranteed that those will be corrected at the end of my swim lessons. Seeing the videos along with Jonny's instruction after each hourly session is very helpful. I also got time to practice between sessions. Jonny is very encouraging which motivated me to go on despite my frustration from time to time. Overall I am seeing great progress and it is worth the long drive (every time I need to take at least two hours on the road back and forth from where I live). Thank you Jonny for bearing with me and helping me achieve my goal! ~ Faith J
2025 Update: finally completed my first triathlon and came back to Third Coast for more swim help! Coach Johnny has done an outstanding job identifying my issues and providing drills to practice them. He keeps it focused on one drill at a time so I’m not overwhelmed. 2024: I came into Third Coast without a clue on how to freestyle swim properly. John broke down the basics and worked with me on form and technique, providing clear instruction and video feedback. Still have a long way to go on swimming, but all the tools and cues provided, I now have confidence and will definitely go back for additional instruction as my triathlon goals change. ~ Dan O
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Phone +1 713-487-7708
Sunday Closed
Monday 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday 6:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM

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