About StrengthLab

Know the science. Coach the person.

Founded by Simon Brundish in 1996. Physical development built around the athlete in front of us.

Simon holding his UKSCA youth sport coaching award
Simon with colleagues holding a cup, wearing Unison-branded team clothing

Why StrengthLab exists

Give people more ways to move.

StrengthLab brings sports science into the coaching decisions that help people become more capable. We work with individuals, teams and the organisations responsible for their development.

The starting question is always practical: what can this person do, what do they need next and how can we help them learn it?

We are based in Hilton, Derbyshire, with online programming and consultancy extending the work into other training environments.

The coaching philosophy

Strength is dancing.

Strength is coordinated movement against resistance. Timing, control, rhythm and the ability to put force where it is needed all matter.

We observe the athlete, choose a useful challenge, teach it, apply it and adapt to the response. Progression follows the capability they demonstrate.

That gives the athlete a clear reason for the work and the coach a clear reason for the next decision.

Founder

Simon Brundish

Simon is a sports scientist and performance coach with decades of experience in physical preparation and youth development.

Founder of StrengthLab, established in 1996.
MSc Applied Sports Science, Loughborough University.
UKSCA National Youth Coach of the Year 2018.
Creator of StrengthLab Superheroes.
Co-founder of Tennis SuperMovers with Howard Green.

For Simon's wider writing, speaking and media work, visit his personal website.

Visit SimonBrundish.com

Your next step

Find the support that fits.

Explore in-person coaching, online programming or support for your organisation. If you are unsure where to begin, tell us about your goal.

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