I’ve been competing in triathlon since 2012, specialising primarily in long-distance events. My journey in sport began much earlier, growing up in the Highlands of Scotland as an active member of Strathglass Shinty Club. Like many young athletes, my first taste of endurance came on a basic mountain bike, which became my way of exploring the glens and visiting friends. Those early experiences sparked a passion for movement, challenge and the outdoors that has shaped my career ever since.

At 18, I joined the Royal Air Force, where my passion for fitness developed into a career built around performance, coaching and personal development. From strength and endurance training to developing mental resilience, I’ve continually challenged myself both as an athlete and a coach.

I’ve progressed through the British Triathlon Federation coaching pathway to become a Level 3 High Performing Coach, giving me the knowledge and experience to work with athletes at all stages — from those taking their first steps into triathlon to experienced athletes chasing their next big goal.

My coaching experience includes serving as Performance Director and Head Coach for the Royal Air Force, as well as coaching with Salisbury Triathlon Club, York University Triathlon Club and leading Whitchurch Tri Club as Head Coach during the COVID period.

Alongside coaching, I continue to compete, representing the RAF in Triathlon, Duathlon and Cycling Time Trials at Inter-Service level. My sporting and coaching achievements have included being shortlisted for RAF Coach of the Year twice, being named RAF Triathlon Coach of the Year for five consecutive years, multiple sporting awards and colours, and a Top 3 finish across 56 RAF sports.

Today, I bring together my experience as an athlete, coach and performance leader to provide practical, personalised coaching that works around the individual. Whether through 1:1 coaching, group coaching, training camps or sports massage, my focus is simple: understand where you are, where you want to go, and build the right path to get you there.

My professional background includes extensive leadership and management experience, including:

• British Triathlon Level 3 High Performing Coach
• British Triathlon Level 2 Coaching Individuals
• British Triathlon Level 2 Coaching Groups
• ILM Level 5 in Coaching & Mentoring
• City & Guilds Level 5 Leadership & Management
• Level 5 Diploma in Risk Management
• IOSH Health & Safety Risk Assessor training
• RAF LEAD Graduate – Leadership, Exploration & Development
• Extensive RAF leadership, instructional and management experience
• St Mary's University Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage
• Current Enhanced DBS certification

I’ve always had a passion for sport, competition and fitness. Growing up, I competed at county level in cross country and represented my school in football, cricket and rugby, while also boxing and playing ice hockey outside of school.

That passion continued when I joined the military in 2009, where I was awarded the “Fittest Recruit” during training. I went on to box and play ice hockey for the RAF, developing a strong understanding of the commitment, discipline and resilience required to perform at your best.

Since leaving the military in 2012, my focus has increasingly shifted towards endurance sport and, in particular, triathlon. I specialise in 70.3 distance racing, having qualified as a Team GB Age Group athlete and for the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championships in Utah. I’ve also completed numerous marathons and a full-distance IRONMAN, and I’m currently working towards my own goal of breaking the 3-hour marathon barrier.

I’m an ESCI Triathlon Coach, as well as a Level 3 CIMSPA Personal Trainer and Level 3 Sports Massage Therapist. My own experience of racing at a high level gives me a real understanding of the physical and mental demands of triathlon — and the importance of balancing training with the rest of life.

My coaching approach is simple: make training effective, manageable and enjoyable. Whether you’re taking on your first triathlon, chasing a personal best or looking to become a stronger, more complete athlete, I’ll help you understand what you need to do and make it work around your lifestyle.

For me, it’s not about making training more complicated. It’s about making every session count.