Darren coaches athletes in Bunbury Western Australia combining the personal experience of 23 Ironman Distance finishes, 26 years of competitive running with an in depth understanding of physiology and biomechanics to foster success in those he coaches. He is always in pursuit of further knowledge currently studying an MSc in Clinical Exercise Physiology at the University of Western Australia.


Perseverance and determination as well as the knowledge to train smarter and harder have been key elements in Darren’s racing and coaching success.


Darren utilizes Training Peaks to caters for all abilities and will work with you to achieve your goals using periodised, scientific training principles specific to your target race course and distance. With a diverse range of clients including those from the UK, New Zealand and Australia, Nevagivin has produced success in Kona for the past 4 years running, as well as introducing novice athletes to the sport and coaching towards other challenges such as Linda Blakely’s Everest and Lhotse Summit 2018. (Congratulations Linda the 1st Brit Female to complete the Everest Lhotse Traverse)


Optimum long distance race performance relies on injury prevention and training consistency. Darren’s depth of knowledge will enable you to train more efficiently and consistently. He has a solid background in strength and conditioning, proprioceptive development and extensive experience in rehabilitation and injury prevention.


Qualifications:


  1. BulletBSc Exercise and Health, University of Western Australia

  2. BulletESSA Accredited Exercise Scientist

  3. BulletRecreational Running Coach (AA Level 2)

  4. BulletPGDip OHS Management, Loughborough University

  5. BulletTriathlon Australia Performance Coach  (Level 2)

  6. BulletCert IV in Health and Fitness AIF Master Trainer

(Personal Training)


Sporting Success

  1. BulletBastion Iron Distance Champion, Hever Castle 2015

  2. BulletGauntlet Middle Distance Series Champion 2015

  3. BulletHawaii Ironman 2013, 37th overall, 3rd 30-34

  4. BulletBig East Middle Distance Triathlon 2013, 1st place finisher

  5. BulletIronman Western Australia 2012 - 19th overall, Hawaii Qualifier 2013

  6. BulletHawaii Ironman Finisher 2006 and 2013

  7. BulletCornwall Festival of Sport 2012 Middle Distance Triathlon, 2nd Place Overall

  8. Bullet20 x Ironman Finisher including 2x Hawaii Ironman and 3 x Roth Quelle Challenge (PB 8hrs 50min 42sec)

  9. Bullet2 x Age Group Ironman Course Record

  10. BulletMultiple Sub 2.45 marathon finisher,

Darren Jenkins

  1. Bullet Irondistance Champion

  2. Bullet Performance Coach

  3. Bullet Marathon Coach

Fit 4 Life

Optimum Performance


Contact us

darrenjenkins@nevagivin.com


+61(0)429210078

 
 
 
 
 
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