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The Method Triathlon Club in Bangkok, offers regular training sessions for triathletes of all abilities. The club sessions accommodate athletes training for all distances ranging from sprint to Ironman. Our services varies from a casual drop in at one of the group sessions, membership packges which includes classes and group plans to custom training plans and direct feedback from our coaches for the athletes that requires a more hands on approach.

Our Coaches

Vinnie Santana

ironguides Head Coach


Coach Vinnie holds an ITU (World Triathlon) Level 1 coaching certification, has coached Professionals Triathletes, Ironman world championship podium athletes and first timers. He has been coaching since 2005 and a triathlete since 1997.

Coach Vinnie established himself as one of Brazil’s top Ironman athletes in the mid 2000s. He used The Method to drive his rapid rise through the ranks to his 8:50 personal best Ironman time at the age of 23 which is the fastest time for a Type 1 diabetic and, qualified him as the youngest Professional triathlete at the Ironman world championships in Kona, Hawaii in 2007. A former member of Team TBB, the professional triathlon team based in Singapore, Vinnie trained under Brett Sutton for 3 years and along Ironman World Champion Chrissie Wellington, 2012 Olympic Champion Nicola Spirig and the rest of the Team TBB world class squad.

Coach Champ – (Pipatpon Ingkanont)

ironguides Bangkok Triathlon Coach


Coach Champ is a former special force of the Thai army that is now finishing his master degree in Sports Science at the Chulalongkorn University. He is currently taking the ironguides coaching certification and has completed certification course level 1 and also holds certifications with Endure IQ.

He is also the Head Coach of Garmin run club Thailand and has helped dozens of triathletes and runners via workshops, classes and training camps.

As an elite triathlete, Champ is a 2x Ironman 70.3 World Championships Qualifier, 5x Ironman 70.3 Age Group Winner and has trained under some of the world’s best coaches including Olympians and Ironman World Champions.

Coach David Milziner

ironguides Bangkok Swimming Coach


David is a very experienced swimming instructor specializing in adult swimmers. A certified coach with Swimming Australia, Total Immersion Swimming and Conquer Your Fear of Water, he has helped several triathletes of all abilities to take their swim to the next level combining his experience on deck fixing swimmers strokes, his background as a competitive pool swimmer as well as several triathlon relays and open water swimming races, where he recently placed in the top 10 at the FINA World Championships Masters meet in Korea 2019 in the 3km open water event in his age group.

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ironguides Bangkok – May 2025 Updates

 

 

ironguides Bangkok newsletter: Stay updated on what our group is up to!

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Dear athletes, below the relevant updates for the upcoming month

* Ironguides athlete finishes 2nd overall at T100 Singapore & Sam Roy Yot results
* Velodrome Session confirmed, Saturday 24th May
* Calendar Updated: Muangthai Triathlon in July and Man of steel Malaysia in August
* Coaches’ pre-race advices video on YouTube

Don’t forget to join our Facebook Group for the latest updates and our Whatsapp group for urgent schedule changes!

Enjoy your training,

Visit ironguides Bangkok

Race report – Age group win & 2nd place overall for Victor at T100 Singapore
Congratulations to Victor for his amazing performance at the T100 Singapore, finishing in 4h10 in very hot and humid conditions. A true example of dedication and consistency over the years.

Race report – Overall win and many podiums at Muangthai Sam Roy Yod
Congrats to the team for bringing home 12 podiums at the Muang Thai Triathlon in Sam roi Yot, including 2 overall wins – Seymur and Vansa, and 4x top 3s overall!

STANDARD
Men
Seymur – overall winner
Victor – 1st M70-74kg & 3rd overall
Dani – 2nd M70-74kg
Kipsan – 1st M65-69kg
Otto – 3rd M75-79
Women
Coach Agnes – 1st F60-64kg
Tanya – 3rd F60-64kg
May – 1st 49kg & under
SPRINT
Men
Thomas – 1st M59kg & under and 3rd overall
Alastar – 3rd M59kg & under
Women
Vansa – Overall winner
Magali – 2nd F50-54kg

Pre-race advices from coaches available on YouTube
The video of team ironguides’ pre-race briefing is now available for free on the ironguidesTV YouTube channel. This live session gives you great insights, as well as top tips to nail your next triathlon race.
link to the video: click here

New race announced for the end of August
New triathlon announced for August 9th-10th – Man of Steel
Location – Putrajaya, Malaysia
Distances – 3km/130km/30km
There is also an aquathlon and a kids race.

ironguides apparel available for sale

The ironguides running singlets are available to purchase on the ironguides website! Very light and breathable material.

members and coached athletes – 750thb
non-members – 900thb
https://www.ironguides.net/shop-page-trisuit-sale/

TRISUIT
Cost:
Members & Coached athletes: 3,500 THB
Non-Members: 4,000 THB
Sizes: S, M, L
https://www.ironguides.net/shop-page-trisuit-sale/

Free delivery at our track sessions or 100thb delivery fee for BKK

CYCLING JERSEY
Cost:
Members & Coached athletes: 1,600 THB
Non-Members: 2,000 THB
Sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL
https://www.ironguides.net/shop-page-trisuit-sale/

RUNNING T-SHIRT

Cost:
Members & Coached athletes: 750 THB
Non-Members: 900 THB
Sizes:  S, M, L
https://www.ironguides.net/shop-page-trisuit-sale/

Swimming

Coached Sessions at Racquet club

Cost:

  • Free for tri-club members, swim only members or 1-on-1 triathlon coached athletes
  • 600thb for drop in athletes (book & pay online, in advance)

Running 

Where: Thephasadin Stadium @National Stadium BTS (map
When: Wednesdays @18.30-20.00

Cost:

*Free for tri-club members, run only members or 1-on-1 triathlon coached athletes
*400thb for drop in athletes  (book & pay online, in advance)

Cycling

Quarterly Sessions 

May 24th velodrome session @huamak velodrome BKK

When & Where: Saturday May 24th7am at the Hua Mak Stadium Velodrome (map attached)

Who: free for ironguides triathlon club members + coached athletes. 400thb drop in for swimming, running members or visitors – Book on our website

Schedule:
0700-0730: Warm up
0730-0900: Main set
No running off this time.

Back up Plan:
If the velodrome is closed or raining, you have 2 options:
a) I will offer a technique / bike handling session at the venue
b) You can cycle/drive to the skylane and train there

— CALENDAR 2025
Q3 2025 – TBC
Q4 2025 – TBC – Khao Yao Cycling day trip


Memberships, Training Plans & Coaching Services

Drop in Sessions (book & pay online, in advance). Book your class here.

  • Cost: 400 THB running & cycling sessions, 600 THB swimming sessions. Payment online, in advance (non-refundable)

Club Memberships – Purchase your membership here.: 

  • Run Sessions only: 2000 THB for 90-Days or 1000 THB for 30-Days
  • Triathlon Sessions: 5000 THB per 90-Days or 2500 THB for 30-Days
  • Swim Sessions only: 4000 THB per 90-Days or 2000 THB for 30-Days

Includes access to weekly sessions, ironguides member status (preferred pricing on events & apparel)

Training Plans:

Get a structure for your training. Visit ironguides training plan page here. Starting at 1,000THB/month

Personalized Coaching + Sessions:

Includes:

  • Access to all sessions
  • Customized training plan
  • Communication with your coach
  • Member status

Starts at 4.900thb/month (more)

Ironguides Training Plans – Now available on Training Peaks

Members gets 25% off, discound code on our website 

We are now on Training Peaks! Plans available:

  • Full Ironman: 20-weeks
  • Ironman 70.3: 16-weeks
  • Olympic Distance: 12-weeks
  • Sprint: 8-weeks

    All plans are in 3 levels (Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced) and based on Heart Rate or Power (Cycling).

In this plan you will also find several documents to help you with your training and racing:

  • Half Ironman race day Manual
  • Nutrition strategy
  • how to use heart rate or power zones on race day
  • how to determine training zones (HR or power)

More information: https://trainingpeaks.com/my-training-plans/ironguides

Race Calendar 2025 (Thailand):

May 2025
18th Core X-Tri Triathlon, Hua Hin (Long Distance + Short Course)

June 2025
NEW! 27th Muang Thai Triathlon Bankrut

August 2025
NEW! 10th Man of steel triathlon Malaysia 

September 2025
7th Pattana Trathlon Festival, Chonburi (Long Distance + Short Course)

November 2025
TBC Muang Thai Triathlon, Laem Sadet
23rd – Laguna Phuket Triathlon

January 2026
17-18th – ironguides endurance weekend + Sri Lanna Triathlon, Chiang Mai

Sponsors & Discounts:

SPONSORS AND PARTNERS 
Find the discount codes at the members area of our website (login at the footer of ironguides.net)

Free sample gels or Waffles one group session per month + Exclusive ironguides athlete discount 25% off (less than 1USD per gel!)

Products
Energy Gels
Energy Waffles

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GET 10% OFF ALL TREATMENTS.

We are thrilled to announce our new partnership with Le Physio Clinic, a premier physiotherapy center specializing in:
–       Sports injuries,
–       Myofascial release,
–       Advanced physiotherapy techniques.

This collaboration marks a significant step forward in providing our athletes with the best care and support available, helping you recover faster and get back to training stronger than ever.

Booking your consultation is easy! Simply call Le Physio Clinic at 092 246 9955 and mention the special discount code (placed in the members page) to take advantage of this exclusive offer

Contact Information:

  • Le Physio Clinic: 092 246 9955
  • Line: @lephysioclinic
  • Location: Interchange Building B2 Floor, Asoke, Bangkok
  • Discount: 10% OFF off all treatments
  • https://lephysioclinic.com/

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OPTIMA BIKES

The exclusive prices for ironguides members – email info@ironguides.net for more information:

  • 20% off for Omega Frameset (Price 69,900) with free Aero caliper brakes (7500THB.)
  • 10% off for Carbon Wheels
  • 5% off for Omega Completed Bike

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XTERRA WETSUITS: 60% OFF most wetsuits – use our coupon code when checking out (you may need to ship via forwader such as myus.com) https://www.xterrawetsuits.com/products/mens-vector-pro-fullsuit-special

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Events in May 2025

  • May 5, 2025 - Coached Swim Session @Racquet Club 6:30-7:45pm

    Category: Sessions Bangkok6:30 pm - 7:45 pm

    RACQUET CLUB - sessions at 6.45pm:
    Sukhumvit 49 (see map at ironguides website or RC site www.rqclub.com)
    Warm up starts 6.30pm
    Session ends by 7.45pm

    Cost:
    *Free for club members & coached athletes
    *600thb for drop in athletes (book & pay online, in advance)

  • May 12, 2025 - Coached Swim Session @Racquet Club 6:30-7:45pm

    Category: Sessions Bangkok6:30 pm - 7:45 pm

    RACQUET CLUB - sessions at 6.45pm:
    Sukhumvit 49 (see map at ironguides website or RC site www.rqclub.com)
    Warm up starts 6.30pm
    Session ends by 7.45pm

    Cost:
    *Free for club members & coached athletes
    *600thb for drop in athletes (book & pay online, in advance)

  • May 19, 2025 - Coached Swim Session @Racquet Club 6:30-7:45pm

    Category: Sessions Bangkok6:30 pm - 7:45 pm

    RACQUET CLUB - sessions at 6.45pm:
    Sukhumvit 49 (see map at ironguides website or RC site www.rqclub.com)
    Warm up starts 6.30pm
    Session ends by 7.45pm

    Cost:
    *Free for club members & coached athletes
    *600thb for drop in athletes (book & pay online, in advance)

  • May 26, 2025 - Coached Swim Session @Racquet Club 6:30-7:45pm

    Category: Sessions Bangkok6:30 pm - 7:45 pm

    RACQUET CLUB - sessions at 6.45pm:
    Sukhumvit 49 (see map at ironguides website or RC site www.rqclub.com)
    Warm up starts 6.30pm
    Session ends by 7.45pm

    Cost:
    *Free for club members & coached athletes
    *600thb for drop in athletes (book & pay online, in advance)

Coaching Packages

3-Months Run Sessions


THB 2500 per 3-months

  • Coached Sessions

    1x Week = running, following Thai Holidays Calendar

  • Final Surge Group Training Plans via & Online Coaching Access

    No

  • ironguides athlete status

    Yes – Member area access, preferred pricing on events & apparel

3-Months Swim & Run Sessions


THB 4500 per 3-months

  • Coached Sessions

    2x Week = 1x run, 1x swim, Thai Holidays Calendar

  • Final Surge Group Training Plans via & Online Coaching Access

    No

  • ironguides athlete status

    Yes – Member area access, preferred pricing on events, apparel, sponsors

3-Months Run Sessions + Training Plan


THB 4500 per 3-months

  • Coached Sessions

    1x Week = running, following Thai Holidays Calendar

  • Final Surge Group Training Plans via & Online Coaching Access

    Yes. Quarterly email with Coach, access to training plan library (Ironman, Ironman 70.3, Short Course, marathon, half marathon, 10k) in 3 levels

  • ironguides athlete status

    Yes – Member area access, preferred pricing on events, apparel, sponsors

3-Months Swim & Run Sessions + Training Plan


THB 6500 per 3-months

  • Coached Sessions

    2x Week = 1x run, 1x swim, Thai Holidays Calendar

  • Final Surge Group Training Plans via & Online Coaching Access

    Yes. Quarterly email with Coach, access to training plan library (Ironman, Ironman 70.3, Short Course, marathon, half marathon, 10k) in 3 levels

  • ironguides athlete status

    Yes – Member area access, preferred pricing on events, apparel, sponsors

Personalized Coaching – Basic Package

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THB 5900 per month

  • Communication with Coach

    Custom Training Plan. Weekly email. No phone calls

  • Access to ironguides Bangkok Sessions

    Yes

  • Set up Fee

    THB1800 includes 30′ call

Personalized Coaching – Complete

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THB 9500 per month

  • Communication with Coach

    Custom Plan. Unlimited emails. 30` monthly call

  • Access to ironguides Bangkok Sessions

    Yes

  • Set up fee

    no (initial 30′ call included)

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How it works

Only for training plans packages and online coaching

  • Choose your package

  • Complete an online questionnaire

  • Receive a strategy email or call from your coach

  • Get & check your plan

  • Send your questions to your coach

  • Start training!

TRAINING PLANS LIBRARY

Discuss with your coach which option below is appropriate for your goals. All plans are offered in 2 volume loads (low and high load) and 3 levels (Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced)

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