Coach Josh claims victory during an amateur boxing match in Melbourne

Strength & Performance Coaching for Combat & Tactical Athletes

Practical strength training built for the demands of the mat, the job, and real life.

Who This is For

Coach Josh cornering for one of his kickboxing athletes.

This is for combat athletes and tactical professionals who need to stay strong, durable, and resilient without burning out.

I work with:

  • BJJ athletes and MMA fighters

  • Boxers and combat sports competitors

  • Law enforcement officers

  • Military personnel

  • Correctional officers

These are people who train hard, often with irregular schedules, and need their strength work to support what they do — not compete with it.

If you want programming that respects your sport, your job, and your recovery, this is built for you.

How This Is Different

Most strength programs are built for people who just focus on the gym. They don’t really account for what combat athletes and tactical professionals actually deal with — old injuries, weird hours, high stress, and the need to still perform when you’re already running on empty.

Here’s what I focus on instead:

This airforce pilot and mountaineer understands the importance of being strong for his work.

Strength that actually transfers

Training that carries over to your sport or job — not just numbers on a bar.

A weak neck is a liability

Durability where you need it

We pay attention to the spots that take a beating — hips, shoulders, neck, and grip — so you stay in one piece longer.

Many tactical jobs require shift work—which we all know isn't healthy. The best we can do is learn to mitigate the health risks.

Training that fits real schedules

Shift work, long days, and limited recovery time aren’t ignored. They’re built into the plan.

Effiecient training in the gym means you can adapt while still having the capacity to do your job

Keep it efficient

Sessions are focused. You get the work done, recover properly, and still have something left for everything else.

Why I Coach Combat & Tactical Athletes

I’ve spent over 20 years training and competing in combat and strength sports while working with people who operate in demanding environments. I’ve coached athletes and tactical professionals who need their bodies to perform under pressure — whether that’s on the mats, during long shifts, or in high-stress roles.

What I’ve learned is that most generic strength programs fall short for this group. They don’t properly account for shift work, recovery demands, injury history, or the need for strength that actually transfers to your sport or job.

My background in powerlifting, strongman, and years of coaching busy, high-performing people has shaped how I work. I focus on building strength that lasts, reduces injury risk, and fits around demanding schedules. We’re targeting real world application and not just chasing numbers in the gym.

What You’ll Get

When you work with me, you get:

  • Programming built specifically around your schedule, your sport or job demands, and your injury history

  • Regular check-ins and adjustments so the plan stays relevant as your training, work, or life changes

  • Direct access to me for questions, troubleshooting, and guidance when you need it

  • Clear progression and structure so you always know what you’re working on and why

How it Works

This is all done online, so it works no matter where you are in the world. Getting started is straightforward:

1. Apply

Fill out the short application below. This helps me understand your sport or job, your schedule, and what you’re looking to get out of coaching.

2. Quick call

If it looks like a good fit, we’ll hop on a short call to talk through your situation and make sure we’re the right match before you commit.

3. Onboarding

Once you’re in, we do a proper onboarding. This includes an initial assessment, movement check, and building your starting program around your actual training, work, and recovery demands.

4. Training + Support

You train. I check in regularly, adjust as needed, and stay available for questions. The program evolves with you.

Investment and Discount

Coaching is a proper investment of both time and money. I keep my numbers small so I can actually deliver the level of support my clients need. This isn’t a high-volume program — it’s hands-on, personalised coaching.

Current and former Law Enforcement, Military, and Correctional Officers receive a startup discount. You can mention this in the application and I’ll sort it out from there.

If this sounds like the kind of support you’ve been looking for, you can apply below.