Tara Norton Training
“I have always wanted to improve my swimming and feel more confident moving through the water, but it didn’t matter how hard I tried to, I continued to feel insecure in the water. That all changed when I started to train with Tara!
From day one, her patient, encouraging, and personalized approach made all the difference. She took the time to understand my comfort level, strengths and areas that needed improvement. Every session ensured that I not only learned the techniques but also built confidence in the water.
Tara has a gift for breaking down each movement in a way that is easy to understand, and her enthusiasm is truly contagious! She provided constant support and motivation, whether it was trying to perfect my strokes, improving my breathing techniques, or simply feeling at ease in the water.
Thanks to her dedication, I now am feeling completely comfortable, faster than ever and even excited to swim! If you are looking for a skilled, patient, and passionate swim coach who truly cares about your progress, look no further than Tara Norton Training.
Tara has made an incredible impact on my journey, and I am beyond grateful!”
– Sarah
“The International Olympic Committee lists the qualities of a great coach as follows: positive enthusiastic, supportive, trusting, focused, goal-oriented, knowledgeable, observant, respectful, patient and a clear communicator. The IOC might just as well have posted a picture of Tara because she possesses all of these qualities and more. By virtue of these attributes, Tara has built a community of extraordinary humans who have bonded through training under her leadership. Tara always has a way of making you feel like you are the most important person in the room and even though I will never be a world champion, I can say that I am being coached by one.”
– Doug
“I started working with Tara in October 2024, and it’s no exaggeration to say she completely changed how I experience swimming.
I didn’t grow up swimming (outside of countless hours developing a legendary cannonball). I found swimming in my mid-thirties part of my journey to become an Ironman. Before Tara, I had trained with swim teams and coaches, but things never quite made sense. I often felt like an outsider in the water—like I just wasn’t built well for swimming, and I truly believed that I was really frustrating to work with.
As a large-framed athlete (affectionately known as “Big Sean” in my Ironman Tri Club), I struggled with confidence and clarity in the water. But Tara broke it all down into simple, manageable steps. Her coaching met me exactly where I was, and week after week, she helped me improve—not just my technique but my mindset.
Tara made me believe in myself as a swimmer—something I never thought I’d say. She helped me see that progress is possible, that I do belong, and that I am a swimmer. Her patience, support, and belief in me on the hard days made all the difference.
Swimming still challenges me, but now I embrace it—and I look forward to getting better because Tara always makes it worth it.
She’s not only a world-class Tri coach—she’s a decorated athlete who truly gets what you’re going through. She’s built an incredible community that I’m proud to be part of, and I’ve found my home with her; I’m beyond grateful to be an athlete of hers.”
– Sean
“I have been training with Tara for years – cycling, running and swimming. She is an incredible coach! She is so motivating and I have improved so much. Every workout with Tara is challenging but very rewarding.”
– Hannah
– Belinda
“I highly recommend Tara as a triathlon coach. If you are looking for a coach who is knowledgeable, motivating, and truly invested in your success, look no further—Tara is simply the best in the business.
Her cycling classes are full of energy, pushing you to new levels while making every session enjoyable. Her swimming coaching is second to none, with a sharp focus on fine-tuning stroke technique to maximize efficiency and endurance. And when it comes to Ironman training, Tara has the expertise to get you across the finish line injury-free.
Beyond her exceptional coaching skills, Tara fosters an incredible community. Training with her means meeting like-minded, supportive athletes who will inspire you along the way. She creates an environment that is both challenging and welcoming, making even the toughest training days something to look forward to.
I cannot recommend Tara enough. She is an outstanding coach, mentor, and motivator, and anyone who trains with her is in the best possible hands.”
– Stacey
“The day I consulted with Tara I knew I was going to reach my goal and qualify for the World Championship Kona Ironman. My swimming needed work and I was told by my previous coach “you will never succeed breathing on one side only.” I actually believed her and didn’t swim for 3 weeks. Then I met Coach Tara and her firm belief in me gave me the strength to pursue my goal. We had constant communication and Tara introduced me to other athletes that were training for the same distance so we could cycle together. We became a community helping and motivating each other. The plan was easy to understand and Tara would make adjustments when the schedule didn’t work. I always felt supported and I knew I was improving each week. Today, I am mentally and physically stronger because Coach Tara 100% believed and paved the my way to my victory. I completed Kona in 2022!!”