Looking to lead a healthier life, meet new friends and have fun doing so? 
You have found the right place. TriLatino is the most exciting triathlon club in New York City!

The Story Behind TriLatino
In 2005, Edel Borrero, President of TriLatino Triathlon Club completed his first triathlon, Jarden Westchester, to honor the memory of his mother who passed away from Alzheimer’s disease in early 2005.  He credits his mother’s spirit for getting him through the many miles of that race. 

While training, Edel felt empowered to push beyond his perceived limits.  In preparation for his first race, he had to learn to not only swim, but also to ride a bike.  After completing his first triathlon, his sense of accomplishment swelled. His initial thoughts of “I won’t be able to do this” were replaced by his new motto “there is nothing I can’t do”.  He felt the need to share this new exhilarating experience, but with whom?  How? 

From Conception to Reality
Upon completion of several other triathlons, Edel realized the underrepresentation of Latinos in the sport.  With knowledge of many of Latino fitness challenges coupled with his new understanding of the benefits of an active lifestyle and healthy living, he saw an opportunity to help the Hispanic community transform.  

Assisted by a group of Latino athletes with a true passion for triathlon, Edel made the opportunity a reality.  In 2009, TriLatino Triathlon Club was founded to help Latinos lead healthier lives by staying fit. 

Trilatino is the Place for You
Even though TriLatino focuses on preparing athletes to reachtheir goals in triathlon, short and long distance running, cycling, and swimming goals, TriLatino is not solely competition based.  TriLatino is mainly designed to help Latinos pursue healthier lifestyles in a family atmosphere while having fun doing so.  So whether you are interested in crossing a finish line or just training to keep your cholesterol in check, TriLatino Triathlon Club is the place for you. 

TriLatino is your ticket to new long lasting friendships, fun times, and a healthier lifestyle!

"La Junta" (The Board)

Who keeps TriLatino running? Six dynamic business professionals make up the engine powering TriLatino.

The board members started their friendship while training for Nautica New York City Triathlon in 2008.  Fueled by the desire to make a difference and aching to see more Latinos empowered by the experience of crossing a finish line, these six Latinos invest their time and professional expertise to see TriLatino’s mission and vision accomplished.

“We are just regular guys and gals, not professional athletes, challenging ourselves a bit more with every race and having fun while doing so.  We are in this, first and foremost, to achieve TriLatino charitable goals, but also to meet new friends and the opportunity to share what triathlon and endurance sports have done for us with anyone who wants to spice up their life a li’l bit.  We encourage you to browse through our website… you might just be making a decision that would change your life indefinitely!”

Do I Need to Be Latino to Join?

Absolutely not!  Just have a li'l bit of salsa in your soul! 

While our mission is to increase the participation of Latinos in triathlon and endurance sports, TriLatino welcomes and encourages everyone with the desire to swim, bike or run! 

TriLatino's membership and leadership is as diverse as our beloved New York City.  We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, age, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected class. Supporting our mission is all it takes to join the fun!

Our People

TriLatino takes pride in training individuals who embrace cultural differences while joining forces to make our community a better place for all. 

We are not only diverse based on ethnicity!  Our membership consists of people with different athletic abilities, professional backgrounds, age, fitness goals, income levels and interests. 

Our Network

TriLatino gives you access!  We provide opportunities in much more than endurance sports.  While you are in training, you also have the chance to engage in other activities that can make a difference in the lives of others. Through TriLatino, you can sign up to mentor a kid to help him shape his future and stay out of trouble, raise funds for an important cause that you support, or simply work to change negative stereotypes about Latinos.  You decide what you want to do with your time, we provide the possibilities!   

By leveraging our strong network we give our membership access to a host of cool experiences.  From special pricing for sport massages offered by the professional staff at Pura Vida to discounts on cooking classes with professors from the Natural Gourmet Institute and much more!  We have also established relationships with all of the major races and in around NYC.  Through these relationships we are able to work with race directors to ensure that our athletes get the opportunity to participate in important races such as the Nautica New York City Triathlon. 

TriLatino offers many opportunities.  Thinking outside the box is highly encouraged.  Maybe this new year you’ll meet your “soul mate” during training, find a new job through one of your teammates, or make a new best friend.  We have the right people in the mix; all you need to do is sign up to be part of it!