Kyle Main
Kyle Main – Bio Story
Kyle Main is a pioneering figure in the world of open water swimming and triathlon coaching, with a career spanning over two decades marked by elite performance, innovation, and leadership. Born and raised in South Africa, Kyle’s journey began in the competitive swimming lanes of Port Elizabeth, where he quickly rose to prominence, earning full Eastern Province colours and national titles before the age of 20.
A graduate of Cape Peninsula University of Technology with a Sport Management degree (cum laude), Kyle furthered his academic credentials with an MBA from Nelson Mandela University, specializing in marketing, international management, and entrepreneurship. His academic foundation laid the groundwork for a multifaceted career that blends athletic excellence with strategic business acumen.
Kyle’s coaching career is as impressive as his athletic achievements. He is currently the National Open Water Coach for Mauritius, having represented the country at the World Open Water Championships in July 2025. As Founder and Head Coach of Green Wolf Mauritius, Kyle has built a high-performance swim and triathlon program, mentoring national athletes and international triathletes, including a Paris 2024 Olympian.
In South Africa, Kyle leads Green Wolf South Africa, where he has coached swimmers from grassroots to national level, including Ironman athletes and triathlon development squads. His scientific approach to training—incorporating lactate testing and functional strength programming—has made him a sought-after coach across disciplines.
Kyle’s own swimming career is legendary. He holds multiple records, including the fastest crossings of Bellbuoy (7km) and Algoa Bay (20km), and has completed over 18 first-ever open water marathon swims across South Africa and internationally. His pioneering swim across Bellbuoy in 2009 not only set a record but also laid the foundation for what is now a popular annual event—the Bellbuoy Challenge, attracting swimmers from across the country.
His feats include the Straits of Gibraltar, Rottnest Channel, and Zanzibar Crossing, often setting national or continental records in the process. Beyond coaching and competition, Kyle is a certified UESCA Triathlon Coach, ASCA Level 5 Swim Coach, and a contributor to top magazines. He has presented at national coaching conferences and co-founded Pirates Performance Management and Pirates Water Polo Academy, further expanding his impact on aquatic sports development.
Kyle Main’s story is one of relentless pursuit—of excellence, innovation, and transformation in sport. Whether in the water or on the pool deck, he continues to inspire athletes and coaches alike with his vision, dedication, and unmatched experience.