WE HELP YOUNG ATHLETES IMPROVE MOVEMENT, NUTRITION AND MINDSET TO REDUCE INJURY & DOMINATE IN SPORT AND LIFE.
ATHLETE ACADEMY
Our Athlete Academy sessions run from Engage Sports Centre at Napier University under the supervision of our experienced specialist youth coaches who understand the specific challenges of the growth and maturation process. Additionally, our coaches understand how to appropriately program and coach young athletes with a focus on holistic long term athletic development. Athlete Academy membership also includes access to our online training platform for athlete education and Health and Wellbeing monitoring.
Our experienced specialist coaches understand the specific intricacies of the growth and maturation process in children and adolescents, as well as how to appropriately program and coach young athletes with a focus on long term development.
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“It is without doubt that Josh has benefitted hugely from his sessions with Rob at the Athlete Academy. His confidence has improved and the desire to better himself is so much better than it ever was. The joy of beating PB’s is real and because it is discussed and monitored in such a positive environment makes it all the more. The monitoring of growth is also very helpful for me as a parent. It helps to know exactly what they are going through and how best to support aches and pains that come with that growth. I would not hesitate to recommend this organisation. There really are no down sides!”
Jen Gammell
“For the last 3 years my children have been training with Rob and their body shape has changed significantly. Their strength has improved and you can notice the difference in their performance during games. This training will set them up for life and ensures the correct technique is established before considering heavier lifting. Strength training is not a quick fix. The results come after years of training and commitment. Rob has been on that journey with them.”
Anonymous
“My son has attended Athlete Academy for about 2 years. He really enjoys the classes and has learnt much of the basics of S&C which is essential for any athlete. As parents we want quality youth specialist coaching and feel we are getting that. We like the focus on the other aspects such as mobility etc rather than just strength.”
Sean McDonald
“Josh has had a hugely positive experience with Rob at Athletic Evolution. Over the 2 years he has worked with Rob, he has thoroughly enjoyed his time and seen real progress in his physical development and his understanding of the foundations of strength and conditioning.”
Nick Penny
“My son Ruaridh has been working with Rob and the team at the Athlete Academy since January 2022. Since then he has continued to develop his core strength and movement in a safe and supportive environment, which the 12 stage foundation programme promotes in terms of its gradual build. He has just graduated to the development programme and it will be good to see how he develops through this. Importantly he does this training for a reason and his core strength improvement really shows on the park when it comes to winning, protecting and distributing the ball.”
Les Anderson
“My son has been coming to the Academy for over a year now and we continue to be impressed. This class has absolutely superseded our expectations, and I am glad my son has a place here. He has learnt so many different skills, thanks to the fantastic team. We appreciate the regular updates to hear about his progress and enjoy the snippets that are shared on social media.
Thanks to everyone involved for coaching & supporting our son.”
Lauren Taylor
“You have been great for Howie, all through his growing years. Thanks for all the good habits you have taught him. And when I see him playing the full 70 mins at fly half on the massive Murrayfield pitch, I think he could not have done that without you."
David Offord
“One of the best s&c coaches I’ve ever had. Has a genuine interest in making us better rugby players, but also cares about us as people too. I’ve experienced, and currently still experiencing issues with injury, but without his guidance and reassurance, I wouldn’t be half as close as I am now, to getting back on the pitch.”
Megan Kennedy
Scotland Women’s International
“It was an absolute pleasure to work along side Rob, he was good fun but yet a great leader, motivator, he worked hard and got things done. Also as an International level athlete I learnt alot from Rob, the way that he coaches, methods of training the content that he coached I still use in my training today! Would highly recommend!“
Jess Grimson
2018 Commonwealth Games Beach Volleyball Athlete
“Rob has helped me with the challenge of adding on muscle mass and my reaching my goal of 100kg bodyweight. He is always pushing me to get more and more weight on my lifts. He is always open and there for a chat on any issues or guidance, or just a friendly chat. But then makes sure you are being a top class performance athlete when it comes to training.”
Ross McKnight
Scotland U18 Training Squad/Caledonia Academy
“One of the best s&c coaches I’ve ever had. Has a genuine interest in making us better rugby players, but also cares about us as people too. I’ve experienced, and currently still experiencing issues with injury, but without his guidance and reassurance, I wouldn’t be half as close as I am now, to getting back on the pitch.”
Megan Kennedy
Scotland Women’s International
“It was an absolute pleasure to work along side Rob, he was good fun but yet a great leader, motivator, he worked hard and got things done. Also as an International level athlete I learnt alot from Rob, the way that he coaches, methods of training the content that he coached I still use in my training today! Would highly recommend!“
Jess Grimson
2018 Commonwealth Games Beach Volleyball Athlete
“If you want to go somewhere that gets you in shape, keeps you fit and strong but also gives you vital knowledge about your bodily mechanics and how to keep everything feeling great as well as strong then this is place to go! Great trainer who took me from never having been to the gym, recreational volleyball player and made me in to an international athlete that competes at the highest level! This is where champions are made!”
Issa Batrane
England Beach Volleyball
“As a coach, Rob has been fantastic at helping me reach my goals. Taking a measured approach, he has helped guide my form and encouraged me to push myself throughout the programme resulting in my achieving of PBs in many lifts. He has also been incredibly understanding for the duration of his time coaching me, helping me through injury recovery and giving me exercises to complete getting me back to full strength. His programmes are well balanced and varied to ensure consistent improvement too.
Anya Foxworth-Bowers
Scotland Women’s Development Squad
“The coaching I received from Rob has given me such a solid base for my S+C training; His die-hard work ethic, attention to detail, knowledge and passion for training has helped benefit my overall strength and physical fitness, helping me to achieve and exceed many of my sporting goals, including performing at an International level. A top guy and a great coach-Keep pushing Rob!!”
Harry Jones
England Junior Volleyball