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 Level 2 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.
- Competed internationally in bench press for GB, earning medals at the World Bench Press Championships (silver 2017, bronze 2016). Has since coached at international level, including the World Bench Press Championships, European Championships, and the 2026 Small Nations Cup.
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.
