Derick Williamson

Derick Williamson has a diverse work experience in the field of triathlon coaching and fitness instruction. Derick started their career in 2005 as a Founding Partner and Head Coach & Physiologist at Source Endurance, where they worked until July 2009. In July 2009, they co-founded Durata Training and served as a Co-Founder and Coach. From 2012 to 2020, Derick worked as a Level 2 Coaching Instructor at USA Cycling, where they taught and led certification courses focused on sports science and high performance coaching. In 2013, they joined USA Triathlon as a Collegiate Recruitment Camp Cycling Specialist, working on talent identification and Olympic development programs. At USA Triathlon, they also held the positions of USA Paratriathlon Resident Team Head Coach and Tokyo 2020 Paralympics - USA Paratriathlon Head Coach. In 2016, Derick became an Adjunct Lead Fitness Faculty at the Center for Creative Leadership. Overall, Derick's work experience showcases their expertise in triathlon coaching, fitness instruction, and sports science.

Derick Williamson has a strong educational background in sports science and nutrition. Derick obtained a BS degree in Health Promotion & Exercise Science from Appalachian State University, which they attended from 2000 to 2003. Derick then pursued further education and achieved an M.Ed degree in Sports Science and Nutrition from The University of Texas at Austin, where they studied from 2006 to 2009.

In addition to their academic achievements, Derick has also obtained several certifications related to coaching. Derick is a USA Triathlon Level 2 Coach, having obtained this certification in June 2016. Derick is also a certified USAC Power Coach, and has obtained the USAC L1 Coach certification. The specific details of when and where these certifications were obtained are not provided.