Ethos
At the heart of my coaching is a belief in clear, honest communication. I value openness, mutual respect, and working in partnership with the people I coach. You’ll always know where you stand, what we’re working on, and why it matters.
My background in statistics shapes how I approach training: with curiosity, structure, and a genuine love for problem-solving. I enjoy using data to guide decisions, planning with intention, and leaning into the strategy, especially when it comes to competition prep and game-day coaching.
But numbers only tell part of the story. I coach people, not just performance. I understand that life outside the gym has a big impact on what happens inside it, and that training needs to reflect the whole person. I’ve trained through international competitions and long, quiet spells of just doing what I could. Both are valid. Both have value.
I believe in seasons. There are times for pushing hard, and times for pulling back. Progress isn’t always linear, and that’s okay. I aim to create an environment where you can train consistently, confidently, and with compassion for wherever you’re at.
At the end of the day, I want coaching to feel like support, not pressure, such that strength can be built with intention, flexibility, and trust.
Coach profile
Qualifications:
- Qualified Powerlifting Coach, with specific expertise in programming, technique, and meet-day preparation.
- Currently undertaking Level 2 Gym Instructor and Level 3 Personal Trainer, providing a strong foundation in safe, effective coaching practices.
Experience & Roles:
- British Powerlifting Referee, with extensive experience in the rules and structure of competitive lifting.
- Active involvement in both coaching and competing within powerlifting, including experience at an international level.
Education & Continued Learning:
- Holds a PhD in Statistics, supporting a data-driven, analytical approach to coaching decisions.
- Completed NSPCC ‘Child Protection in Sport & Physical Activity’ training, ensuring safe and appropriate coaching environments for all athletes.
- Completed the ADEL (Anti-Doping Education & Learning) Coaches of High Performance Program, reflecting a commitment to clean sport and ethical coaching practices.
