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
2024.08 - 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
2023.11 - 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
2019.12 - 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
2023.06 - 2024.08
- 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 2023.10 -
Level 3 HPCP - Triathlon Sports Coaching
British Triathlon
UK 2022.07 - 2023.05
Level 2 Dipoma - Triathlon
British Triathlon
UK 2021.01 - 2023.04
Youth Strength and Conditioning specialist - Youth S&C
Youth Strength and Conditioning association
UK 2023.10 - 2024.08
Strength and conditioning CPD - Strength and conditioning
British Triathlon
UK 2021.02 - 2021.02
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
2024.08 - Current
Youth development / Performance Services
Sports performance centre
2023.11 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Sports Coaching
The Open University
2023.10 -
Youth Strength and Conditioning specialist - Youth S&C
Youth Strength and Conditioning association
2023.10 - 2024.08
Sports coach for children
Shalfleet primary school
2023.06 - 2024.08
Level 3 HPCP - Triathlon Sports Coaching
British Triathlon
2022.07 - 2023.05
Strength and conditioning CPD - Strength and conditioning
British Triathlon
2021.02 - 2021.02
Level 2 Dipoma - Triathlon
British Triathlon
2021.01 - 2023.04
Endurance Coach
Vectis Academy
2019.12 - Current