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Simon Pilcher

Simon Pilcher

Yarmouth,N/A

Summary

Experienced and passionate coach with a deep commitment to athlete development, coaching excellence, and youth progression in endurance sport. With a broad sporting background and a strong understanding of what it takes to perform, I bring valuable insight to my roles as a coach, educator, and leader. I hold advanced qualifications in triathlon, athletics, and strength & conditioning and have successfully supported athletes of all ages and abilities—from entry-level to international representation—within inclusive and developmentally appropriate environments.

As co-founder of the Isle of Wight’s first dedicated sports performance centre and the island’s largest endurance coaching business, I have built impactful programmes that align with national pathways and promote long-term athletic growth. My coaching philosophy is evidence-based, athlete-centred, and grounded in the belief that high standards and holistic support are essential to developing both performance and people.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

FE SPORTS LECTURER

iow college
Newport , isle of wight
08.2024 - Current
  • Deliver sports coaching qualifications, designing engaging curriculum to inspire and educate the next generation of sports professionals.
  • Encouraged students to develop skills in reflection, critical thinking, and analysis.
  • Provide practical and theoretical instruction, fostering student development in coaching techniques, fitness principles, and sports science.

Youth development / Performance Services

Sports performance centre
Newport , isle of wight
11.2023 - Current
  • Designed and lead the Youth Athletic Development Pathway, a structured programme focusing on enhancing athletic skills for ages 8-18.
  • Oversee and coach individual youth athletes and teams to optimise performance and achieve competitive success.
  • Conduct physiological testing (VO₂ max/lactate)
  • Provide 3D - Gait analysis and reporting
  • Training consultation and planning
  • Individual and group testing and analysis with force decks/timing gates.



Endurance Coach

Vectis Academy
Remote , UK
12.2019 - Current
  • Design tailored 1-2-1 training programmes emphasising holistic growth, with a focus on developing resilient athletes from a mixed range of abilities and performance levels.
  • Coached local and international athletes to success over various disciplines (triathlon, duathlon & athletics) and over all distances.
  • Build strong, trust-based relationships with athletes, parents, and the wider sports community.
  • Volunteer triathlon coach at the Junior Triathlon Club since 2019.

Sports coach for children

Shalfleet primary school
Shalfleet, Isle of Wight
06.2023 - 08.2024
  • Designed and delivered a sports curriculum for primary children from Reception to Year 6, enhancing physical literacy and enthusiasm for sports.
  • Enhanced children's understanding of sports rules with clear, concise coaching methods.
  • Fostered team spirit for improved performance during matches.
  • Encouraged positive attitudes towards physical activity by making sports enjoyable for children.
  • Designed fun fitness routines, increasing participant enjoyment.
  • Managed behavioural challenges to reduce disruption to training sessions.
  • Provided variety of sporting equipment to enable diverse training practices and maximise student potential.
  • Instilled sense of commitment, drive and responsibility in young people.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Sports Coaching

The Open University
UK
10.2023 -

Level 3 HPCP - Triathlon Sports Coaching

British Triathlon
UK
07.2022 - 05.2023

Level 2 Dipoma - Triathlon

British Triathlon
UK
01.2021 - 04.2023

Youth Strength and Conditioning specialist - Youth S&C

Youth Strength and Conditioning association
UK
10.2023 - 08.2024

Strength and conditioning CPD - Strength and conditioning

British Triathlon
UK
02.2021 - 02.2021

Skills

  • Strength training fundamentals
  • Developing children's confidence
  • Managing group dynamics
  • Empathy and understanding
  • Encouraging positivity
  • Fairness and equality
  • Leadership and guidance
  • Fostering teamwork
  • Maintaining patience and calmness
  • Teaching adaptability
  • Performance evaluation
  • Child safeguarding
  • SMART goal setting
  • Performance monitoring
  • Building trust relationships
  • Child protection awareness

Affiliations

  • Long time runner chasing the world 7 major marathon medals. New pickle ball player. Husband and father of two girls.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

FE SPORTS LECTURER

iow college
08.2024 - Current

Youth development / Performance Services

Sports performance centre
11.2023 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Sports Coaching

The Open University
10.2023 -

Youth Strength and Conditioning specialist - Youth S&C

Youth Strength and Conditioning association
10.2023 - 08.2024

Sports coach for children

Shalfleet primary school
06.2023 - 08.2024

Level 3 HPCP - Triathlon Sports Coaching

British Triathlon
07.2022 - 05.2023

Strength and conditioning CPD - Strength and conditioning

British Triathlon
02.2021 - 02.2021

Level 2 Dipoma - Triathlon

British Triathlon
01.2021 - 04.2023

Endurance Coach

Vectis Academy
12.2019 - Current
Simon Pilcher