Coach Karleen Dirmantas

Karleen is a triathlon and running coach from Arizona. Having as strong background in swimming and running, she found that it would be the next step to jump into triathlon in 2008. Since competing in her first triathlon, she has competed in 5 Ironman races, countless Half Ironmans, Olympic and Sprint distance triathlons, and 8 marathons. She is a 6 X Boston Qualifier, a 70.3 World Championship Competitor, and a 2 X Ironman World Championship competitor. With an all around passion for sport, Karleen shows focus in finding a healthy balance in her athletes' lives with work, family and training. As professionally trained chef, Karleen can help with training and dietary advice to compliment a healthy nutrition plan. Karleen believes that consistent training, proper nutrition and fueling, and a solid mental game can lead any athlete to reach their goals in the sport.

Prior to joining OutRival Racing Karleen coached several triathletes under another organization for 3 years. She has since been under the guidance of Coach Beth Shutt of The Run Formula for a year and a half and has shifted her personal racing goals to running and has ventured into the world of trails and possible ultra running. She has been married to her husband Rich for 9 years and has 2 cattle dogs Lava and Kalea who enjoy their active lifestyle.

Karleen’s main focus is on coaching athletes who truly want to better themselves. Whether that means, finish their first Ironman, stay in shape with continued growth in the sport, gain PRs, or compete at an elite level, she can guide you to crushing your goals.