Swim Bike Run Fun
Endurance Fun with Friends
Where Our Story Meets Yours
ABOUT US
How It Started...
Swim Bike Run Fun began out of the desire among friends to have more women – of all backgrounds – enjoy the sport of triathlon, cycling and endurance cardio events.
We wanted to create a platform for beginners and those looking to have a good time – while crushing their fitness goals.
Hi, my name is Camille Baptiste and I am the Chief Funlete Choreographer at SBR Fun. You may know me as Sporty Diva or FlossyGlossy in the endurance multisport community because I bring a party everywhere I go!
In 2011, I traded in my dancing shoes for a pair of New Balance runners. Since then, I’ve been in love with endurance cycling, triathlons, duathlons and really embracing the multisport lifestyle.
But, that’s not all you need to know…
I LEARNED TO SWIM & RIDE AT 37 YEARS OLD
Yes, you read that correctly.
I was introduced to triathlons in 2013 by a local Tri Club and participated in their annual Indoor Tri fundraiser event. I was up for the challenge so I said “HELL YES!”
But, I had NO idea how to swim. So, I registered for an Adult-Learn-To-Swim class and started working with a private swim coach. It was then that I learned to master the fine art of swimming or truth be told - it's akin to controlled drowning.
I set my goal to train like hell – and the rest is history! Well… HERstory :)
Because after my first race – Champions Indoor Triathlon – I was HOOKED!
One major problem. Okay maybe two.
Indoor Triathlons were not held very frequently here in Central Texas. So, if I wanted to participate in an upcoming triathlon – I’d have to swim in a lake, cycle on an open road, and run on an outdoor course!
But… that meant I had to reveal my “other” secret…
I didn’t know how to ride a bike!
I was gifted a hybrid bike and with my husband as my coach – I quickly learned how to crush it on two wheels. Not without some badass ‘learning tattoos’ from my many crashes and falls.
Then, I feel in love with cycling and have been addicted ever since!
BECAME A UNICORN
Since 2013, I’ve raced and participated in over 95+ Swim Bike Run events across a number of race formats. Race results where I've enjoyed podium finishes, middle of the pack results and had some epic finishes bringing up the rear.
In my quest to #dopeicshit, I've completed nearly all forms of multisport events, including: Indoor Triathlons, Duathlons, Splash & Dashes, Aqua-bikes, Aquathons, Super Sprint Tri's, Sprints, Olympic, Relay Teams, and Intermediate Distance Triathlons... all the way up to Half-Ironman 70.3's.
As a Half-Ironman competitor, I began to travel for races and connect with more female triathletes from all over the world. But, the farther I ran, the more I noticed that my training circle became smaller and smaller – until I felt completely like the odd woman out.
Then an idea was born because...
The endurance community was small – TOO small – and not diverse at all!
I was tired of being the only Black curvy female with an accent… I had no one to party with at the finish lines... and I wondered WHY?
Why weren’t there more women like me in the endurance community participating in triathlons and long distance cycling events.
Women of all shades, races, sizes, heights, faiths & varying proclivities?
We could do it – I knew that for sure!
PUTTING BIG FUN IN
TRIATHLONS & CYCLING
One day while shooting the breeze with the ladies in my Tri Tribe we realized that women weren’t attracted to this sport because of what they thought it represented.
Most women perceived endurance cyclists & triathletes as needing to be fast or super fit or having lots of extra cash to buy expensive equipment.
In other words… long distance cycling events & triathlons were such a scary and intimidating word for many women.
Newbies were overwhelmed with where to start (or even if they wanted to) and experienced triathletes were getting burned out and injured from over-the-top training and racing long courses.
So, the answer to all of these problems?
Make Cycling & Triathlons fun again!
And create an environment where women of ALL shapes, sizes, races, religions, orientations, abilities – you name it – would feel welcomed!
We wanted to shift the focus from being Fast & Furious - to being Friendships & Fun.
WE ARE THE "A" TEAM
Our primary goal is to produce the safest, memorable themed triathlons, duathlons, aquathlons, aqua-bikes, cycling, and fun running events using our 3x A Team Formula.
A - Accessible
A - Adaptive
A - All Inclusive
Our themed race courses and events are exhilarating, short, high-energy, close to home and won’t require months of training to enjoy.
Our dedicated team members are experienced triathletes, cyclists, and runners, professionals, small business owners, moms, retired military, multi-ethic and rep all the different body types who enjoy the multi-sport lifestyle. That’s why passion, flair, and enthusiasm go hand-in-hand with everything we do.
All of our Swim Bike Run Fun events are designed for women by women and are open to first-timers & beginners as well as experienced triathletes who need to reboot their tri joy.
As the Chief Funlete, it’s my aim to work with the SBR Fun team to have a Fit Party atmosphere at every event filled with good vibes, rockstar participants dressed in fancy spandex, sporting dope medal bling, dancing to music at the finish line with larger than life smiles to match our out-of-this-world potential :)
Don’t be a stranger! Come join us at our next event, clinic or training meetup — it’s a lifetime of memories and good clean fun every time.
MEET THE "A" TEAM
Araceli Bernal
Volunteer Coordinator
Araceli - “Prima”
She is the Volunteer Queen. When she is not racing, running, walking with friends, rock climbing, or trekking throughout Texas.
She is #Funtabulous
“I really love to help and have a nice time out at races,” she says. I volunteer because I know precisely how I want to be greeted and handled on the course, so I give it all back and motivate others to do the same.
Her words of wisdom when it comes to trails:
𝘚𝘵𝘢𝘺 𝘰𝘯 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘱𝘢𝘵𝘩
𝘍𝘪𝘯𝘥 𝘪𝘯𝘴𝘱𝘪𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘢𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘥 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘯
𝘛𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘥 𝘭𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵𝘭𝘺
𝘌𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺𝘥𝘢𝘺 𝘩𝘢𝘴 𝘪𝘵𝘴 𝘶𝘱𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘥𝘰𝘸𝘯𝘴
𝘞𝘢𝘵𝘤𝘩 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘱!
Anna Popke
Logistics Coordinator
Anna - “Vanilla Bean”
THE WOMAN WITH THE PLANS - Engineer and Financial Planner by title, she is the driving force behind all we do, providing the groundwork for all of our events.
When she isn't racing Ironman 70.3s, running the Texas Independence Relays, biking and swimming around Austin, she's usually getting ready to celebrate Pi Day with an epic cake baking marathon with her three boys.
She is the #Ironwoman
She is not a big talker, therefore when faced with a task, her natural attitude is, "Let's find a way and do It" and call it a day.
Anna Collins
Finish Line Captain
Anna - “Chocolate Chip”
Chief Collins, a retired Air Force officer, is our resident Battle Buddy Champion, ensuring that everyone who starts, completes, and no lady is left alone at any of our events.
She is #Everywoman
When she isn't beasting Camp Gladiator sessions, she's running 5Ks and half marathons on the weekends, exploring the world, volunteering for Military support organizations or buying new shoes and matching fitness gear. #matchymatchy
Her Motto: “I know you can because we gonna do it together”
MEET OUR ADVISORS
Rebecca Curtis
Advisory Board
Becky - “AthenaStrong”
Becky, proudly serves as a local Girl Scouts Troop Leader, she is a master crafter and baker, experienced race director and very active in the endurance multisport community.
Her words of wisdom when it comes to life: Always stay humble and kind.
John Lewis
Advisory Board
John - “Lieutenant Colonel"
LTC Lewis, a decorated Veteran who is passionate about cycling and is positive role model in our armed forces and fitness community. John has extensive logistics and team building experience.
His Motto: Stay positive work hard and make some gains.
This could be you
Advisory Board
Vacant
Barabara Pisapia
Advisory Board
Barb - “Zen Master”
Barb, is a financial and accounting professional who is passionate about health and wellness. She is great at helping one find their balance and chi as a certified Yoga Instructor and enjoys discovering new ways of relaxation for mental health.
Her Motto: “Namaste”