Meet the Coaches
Mandy Gildersleeve, Linda Lynch and Susan Messer have been involved in athletic/fitness related activities throughout their lives.
Coach Mandy
Coach Mandy graduated from Northeastern University with a BS in physical therapy in 1992. Currently, Mandy works PRN in Sports Physical Therapy and raises her two children. Coach Mandy started triathlon racing while in college. She has competed in sprint and Olympic-distance races. She coached at a youth triathlon camp in Austin, Texas 2008 summer and has traveled all over the US with her children participating in youth triathlons, networking and learning as much as she can about youth triathlons.
- USAT Level 1 Coach
- Certificate in Advanced Studies in Orthopedic Physical Therapy
- Health Care Professional CPR Certified
- NASM Personal Trainer
- River Run Training Program Coach
- Youth Soccer Coach
- Youth Triathlon Coach
Coach Linda
Coach Linda received a BS in health and physical education from Ursinus College. Linda currently teaches physical education for Jacksonville Country Day School (pre-k through 6th grade) and has been a triathlete for 15 years. In the summer of 2007, Coach Linda placed 3rd in the Masters Division of the Austria Ironman. She also placed 3rd in the Disney Half Ironman and 6th in the St. Petersberg Olympic Triathlon in 2007.
- Lifeguard
- CPR and First Aid Certified
- Diving Coach
- Swimming Instructor: General Education and Special Needs Children
- Gymnastics Instructor
- US Swim Team Coach, Novice Division
- Youth Triathlon Coach
Coach Susan
Coach Susan received a BS in exercise physiology from Furman University. She earned a master's degree in physical therapy from Nova Southern University. Currently, Coach Susan is practicing physical therapy for the Duval County School System while raising her three children. Susan participated as a youth and continues to enjoy them today.
- Swim Coach
- Youth Triathlon Coach
- CPR & First Aid Certification for Health Care Professionals