Meet Our Triathlon Coaches

Suzanne Swift 

I grew up a swimmer, competing since age 6 through high school. I started running in 1990 to stay in shape after graduating from college. I started competing in Triathlons in 1993 but mostly just love to train. I completed my first marathon in 1995. I thought I would be one and done but have completed several since with a marathon PR of 3:21. I have run the Boston Marathon 3 times. I have completed the Swim for Hobbs Island 5 mile swim 3 times. Recently I completed 4 Half Ironmans and 1 Full Ironman. I love training more than racing! I'm looking forward to training with all of you!!

Dianna Cioppi Triathlon Director/Apparel Buyer

I have been running on and off for 22 years. I completed my first 5k race at 16.  In 2011 I signed up for the Fleet Feet marathon training group. This is just what I needed to jump start my dream of participating in an Ironman. I've always had a passion for triathlons, but never participated in one until 2012. Since, I have completed six full Ironman, nine half Ironman races, and many Olympic and sprint distances.  Also, in 2022 I finished two 100mi races.  I am an ITCA certified triathlon coach and lifeguard certified. With a family and three boy’s ages fourteen, sixteen and eighteen; having time to fit in my training can be challenging. It's my enthusiasm and determination that makes everything work.

Steve Keller Head Coach Tri 201

Steve has mentored the Triathlon 201 Training Group for the last two years and brings a wealth of experience in triathlon as well as running, swimming, and personal training to help all training group participants reach their goals. 

As a triathlete, Steve has completed 4 ironman triathlons and many triathlons from the half ironman to sprint distances.  He is a member of the Team Rocket Triathlon Club and competes in many of the local triathlons.

Steve is an accomplished runner having completed 17 marathons and many running events from half marathon to 5K distances.  He grew up participating in competitive swimming from age group, high school, college, and masters.  Steve won a YMCA National Championship in 1986 and still holds a state record for Master’s Swimming.  He spent some time as a personal trainer where he learned anatomy, physiology, and nutrition. 

As a long-time athlete and coach, Steve has a solid mixture of theoretical and practical experience and Fleet Feet Huntsville is pleased to welcome him in his new coaching role.

Steve is a retired US Air Force Officer, spent three years as an Outfitter for Fleet Feet, and enjoys fishing and traveling.

Paul Wolfsberger - Tri 101 Coach

Paul grew up swimming competitively in the Huntsville summer swim league for 10 years and swam year round. He has completed multiple Sprint and Olympic triathlons as well as 5k, 10k and half marathons.

Paul has participated in Tri101 for several years and mentoring the last two years. He also mentored Ditto Landing and Cotton Row 10k training groups for the past two years. Paul will be an excellent source to pass on the knowledge he has gained to help others achieve their goals.