James McCallum

I’m James McCallum, a professional triathlete from South Africa, now in my third year competing on the pro circuit. My triathlon journey actually began back in in 2018 when I attended a month-long training camp with Richard Laidlow at his home base in the south of France! That experience sparked my love for the sport and fuelled my determination to see how far I could go. Having been immersed in triathlon for seven years—and starting later than many—I’ve worked hard to deepen my understanding of the sport as much as possible in that time.

While I’m driven by my own personal goals, I’m equally passionate about coaching, something I’ve been doing for the past four years as a Certified Ironman Coach. I believe every athlete, no matter their skill level, has the potential to succeed in triathlon, though success takes different forms for each individual.

As a coach, my aim is to support athletes in reaching their goals and realising their maximum potential.