Welcome to South West Strength and Conditioning, where we specialize in delivering high-performance coaching services designed to elevate athletes across various sports disciplines. Led by our highly qualified Head Coach, Charlie Marillier, our team offers expert coaching grounded in a wealth of knowledge and years of experience. Whether you’re looking to improve your strength for speed, develop power for jump height or sprinting, or enhance your agility for field sports, we provide tailored training programs to help you reach your highest potential.
Meet Charlie Marillier – Head Coach of South West Strength and Conditioning
Charlie Marillier is a renowned expert in sports performance with extensive qualifications and coaching experience. As a Postgraduate Diploma holder in Strength and Conditioning, Charlie combines an in-depth academic foundation with hands-on coaching experience to ensure her athletes receive world-class training.
Expertise and Experience
Charlie’s credentials speak volumes about her dedication and commitment to fostering athletic success:
- Postgraduate Diploma in Strength and Conditioning: This advanced qualification equips Charlie with a deep understanding of human physiology, movement mechanics, and the principles of strength and conditioning. She applies this knowledge to create evidence-based training programs that optimize athletic performance.
- International Powerlifting Coach: With over two decades of experience in powerlifting, Charlie is an expert in developing strength and power, which are critical components in many sports. Her experience as an International Powerlifting Coach ensures her programs are designed to help athletes push their limits safely and effectively.
- Youth Development Coach: Recognizing the importance of developing athletes from a young age, Charlie specializes in youth sports development. She is committed to nurturing the next generation of athletes, focusing on long-term athletic progression and injury prevention.
Tailored Performance Training for a Range of Sports
At South West Strength and Conditioning, we don’t believe in a “one-size-fits-all” approach. Our training programs are designed specifically to meet the unique needs of each athlete, regardless of their sport. We have a proven track record of success in developing athletes across a range of disciplines, including:
- Rugby: Strength and power are vital for rugby players to compete at the highest levels. We focus on developing force production, tackling power, and injury prevention strategies to help rugby players excel in physical contact situations and high-intensity moments.
- Cricket: Whether it’s for batting power, bowling speed, or fielding agility, we ensure cricket players have the strength and conditioning needed for optimal performance. Our programs address explosive power, stability, and endurance.
- Sprinting: Speed development is at the core of our sprinting programs. We focus on increasing stride length and frequency through targeted strength and power development that leads to faster times.
- Powerlifting and Weightlifting: As an international powerlifting coach, Charlie ensures athletes in these sports build maximal strength, refine technique, and optimize their performance for competition.
- Ice Skating: Ice skaters require a unique combination of balance, strength, and agility. Our programs enhance both lower and upper body stability while improving explosive power for jumps and speed on the ice.
Our Focus Areas for Maximum Performance
At South West Strength and Conditioning, we believe in a comprehensive approach to athlete development. Our programs are designed to enhance key areas of performance, including:
1. Strength Development for Speed, Force Production, and Stability
Strength is the foundation of all athletic movements, and developing maximal strength is essential for increasing speed, enhancing force production, and improving stability. Whether you’re sprinting, jumping, or tackling, the ability to produce force rapidly is crucial. We focus on developing:
- Core Stability: Ensuring that athletes can maintain strong, stable postures under pressure and perform movements efficiently.
- Lower Body Strength: Focusing on leg power to increase speed and force in movements such as sprinting, jumping, and accelerating.
- Upper Body Strength: Critical for sports like rugby and cricket, where upper body stability and strength are needed for performance and injury prevention.
2. Power Development for Speed, Jump Height, and Sprinting
Power is the ability to exert maximal force in minimal time, and it directly correlates with sprinting speed and jumping ability. Our power development programs focus on:
- Explosive Power: Through Olympic lifting and plyometric exercises, we train athletes to produce force explosively, improving speed and jump height.
- Speed Training: Techniques and drills designed to improve stride length, frequency, and sprinting mechanics, leading to faster times.
- Vertical and Horizontal Power: Developing power for sports that require vertical jump height (e.g., basketball, volleyball) or horizontal speed (e.g., football, rugby).
3. Agility Training for Field Sports
In field sports, agility is the ability to change direction quickly while maintaining control of the body. We incorporate cutting-edge agility drills to improve:
- Directional Speed: Developing faster transitions between movements, allowing athletes to react to opponents quickly.
- Balance and Coordination: Ensuring athletes maintain control and stability when making rapid movements on the field.
- Footwork and Reaction Time: Enhancing foot speed and the ability to react to different scenarios, making athletes more effective during game situations.
Why Choose South West Strength and Conditioning?
At South West Strength and Conditioning, we provide an athlete-centered approach to training. Our bespoke coaching services are rooted in evidence-based methodologies designed to enhance your performance across various sports.
- Experienced and Qualified Coaching: Led by Charlie Marillier, an internationally recognized coach with a postgraduate diploma in Strength and Conditioning, you’ll benefit from world-class coaching expertise.
- Sport-Specific Programs: Whether you’re a rugby player, sprinter, or weightlifter, our programs are designed specifically for your sport, ensuring you get the best possible results.
- Holistic Athlete Development: We believe in developing athletes holistically, addressing everything from strength and power to agility and endurance.
- Personalized Training Plans: Every athlete is unique, and so is their training. We develop individualized plans that match your specific goals, helping you perform at your highest level.
Get the Most Out of Your Training – Contact Us Today
If you’re ready to take your athletic performance to the next level, South West Strength and Conditioning is here to help. Whether you’re aiming for faster sprint times, greater jumping power, or improved stability, we provide expert coaching that delivers results.
For more information or to begin your journey with South West Strength and Conditioning, please Contact Us or head over to our Services Page to learn more about how we can help you maximize your potential.
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