ABOUT
Welcome to the home of TEAM NEAD
Here at North East Athletic Development we offer strength and conditioning training on a group or 1-2-1 basis; we specialise in junior strength and conditioning, developing strong, confident young athletes.
Our coaches come with a wealth of knowledge in the field of S&C gained from years of experience, enabling them to help our team members move towards their goals through specific programming, guidance and encouragement all within our fit for purpose private gym facility.
Please feel free to get in touch with any questions on our website chat or social media platforms, we look forward to hearing from you.
COACHES
Ross Graham
HEAD COACH
Ross has extensive experience in leisure having worked for some of the largest leisure companies in the UK. An ex international gymnast, Ross brings a wealth of experience to the industry with a strong depth in knowledge and understanding of what it takes to be the best.
Ross believes firmly in the principles behind gymnastics conditioning in relation to athlete development with a key focus on athlete robustness.
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Chloe Summerson
YOUTH ASSISTANT COACH
Chloe delivers coaching support in Mini Superheroes and Athlete Crew having gained her Youth Strength and Conditioning Coach accreditation. With a firm understanding of long term athletic development Chloe not only has been able to apply this principle to her own sport as a competitive figure skater but to all TEAM NEAD athletes who work with her.
Florence Springle
Youth Assistant Coach
Florence is a fantastic asset to our team, first as an athlete and now as a coach. Her background in competitive ice skating led her to join our team and over her time with us she has built an incredible level of strength and learned the practice of great form; she is now able to pass these skills on to the next generation of athletes here at NEAD, all while continuing her successful career in ice skating.
Leeanne Thompson
Junior Development Coach
Leeanne leads on coaching of the Mini Superheroes with a solid depth of knowledge within sports and activities at a Key stage 1 and 2 level. Leeanne delivers PE/ Sports/ Games lessons within the North Tyneside district and is a big hit in her PE lessons. Leeanne believes in learning through playing which is evident in her sessions whereby every child learns, develops and enjoys their session.
Ryan Hill
COACH
Ryan delivers Strength and Conditioning to all TEAM NEAD athletes bringing a wide set of skills to the table. Ryan is a competitive powerlifter himself and prides himself on his discipline to deliver results such as a deadlift of 250kg. Ryan knows what's required to compete at the top level in sport having competed internationally as a kickboxer for many years. Ryan recently embarked upon a University course as an undergraduate to enhance his skills in sports rehabilitation giving him a firm understanding of injury management and athlete robustness.
CONTACT US
Our Address:
Blue Flames Sporting Club, Whitley Road, Benton.
NE12 9SF