Dan Collins
24
YEARS OLD
NSW
Redhead SLSC
9th
2020/2021 SERIES
swim
STRENGTH
Bio
From following around his elder sisters nipper group to chasing a Nutri-Grain IronMan title, Dan Collins qualified for his first Nutri-Grain Series 2017. He finished 7th, and since then he has been hungry for the top prize. Collins has made the Nutri-Grain Series each year since, and was named a team captain in the 2020 Envirobank NSW Super Team Series.
Dan, how old were you when youstarted surf lifesaving and why?
5 years old. I was always following my older sister Jess’ age group around.
Who was your hero growing up in surf lifesaving?
Zane Holmes. He was at the top of his game when I was young and watching on tv.
What is the best piece of advice that you have ever been given?
You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take.
Your advice for aspiring Kellogg’s Nutri-Grain athletes?
Train hard and enjoy every opportunity you are presented, the sport we do is amazing and in the elements.
What do you think about during a race?
I focus on doing the small things right, consistency and minimising errors, and trying to execute the perfect race.
Dan, what has been a high and low in your IronMan journey?
High: 3 Qualifying for the Nutri-Grain Series in 2017, and coming 7th.
Low: I’m happy to say there haven’t been too many lows in career!
Do you have any race day superstitions?
I wear the same pajamas to bed.
What is your favourite beach to compete at?
Wherever my next race is!