My journey into coaching started when I joined my local running club. I was invested in by some great people and wanted to give something back – so I did a triathlon qualification to enable me to volunteer by leading some sessions for my club. This led to delivering coaching more often and eventually to setting up DS Coaching with David.
I wasn’t sporty when I was younger and only got into running in my 30s (expanding waistline and a desk-based job made exercise a must!). I was keen to do a triathlon but couldn’t swim and was frightened of water. After learning to swim in a pool environment I then later learned to manage my fear of open water. I have now completed a number of middle distance triathlons and so far one full distance triathlon, Ironman Switzerland.
My own journey into sport and current racing efforts undoubtedly inform my coaching but my approaches are not limited to my own personal experience. I remain curious about new ways to coach people and I am constantly learning and enhancing my knowledge to support individual athlete’s needs.
I am passionate about coaching because I absolutely love seeing people achieve and enjoy the way of life that is triathlon. I will happily work with beginners or experienced athletes, as it is about fitting the coaching to the person. I have a great eye for detail and enjoy exploring technique. I have a background as a counsellor and have focused this with additional sports psychology learning, meaning I can work with people on the physical and psychological aspects of training and racing.
So this is me. If you would like to see information about my qualifications, please see Our Team. If you want to see what others say about me, take a look at our testimonials.