Name:
Michael Guilford
Location:
Oughtibridge, Sheffield
Qualifications:
Educare
Level 2 MTB Leader
First Aid Certificate 2 Day Outdoor
Contact
Day: 07515536378
michaelguilford1@gmail.com
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Level 3 British Cycling MTB & Road Coach, based in Sheffield, Yorkshire. I am an experienced cycling coach & bike racer. Over the last 12 years I have worked with a wide range of athletes. Competitive cyclists racing at a good national level as well as beginners & leisure riders.
MTB Skills Coaching
I provide MTB skills coaching at Grenoside Woods, Sheffield as well as at local bike parks and on natural trails. I run a range of MTB skills courses. Jumping, technical descending, beginners courses, as well as junior & female only sessions. You can also book a private session for individuals or groups.
Cycling Fitness Coaching
I provide coaching support to cover all the elements in improving cycling fitness or preparing for an event:
- Tailored training plan
- Technical & tactical skills
- Monitoring performance benchmarks
- Strength training plan
- Preparing for an event
My racing background is in endurance cycling (Road, MTB XC & Cyclocross), and also gravity MTB. I have raced national level events in all of these disciplines. I am an experienced coach with junior riders. Providing, appropriate training and guidance to ensure long term development. I have specific skills working with young riders to help them to engage & get the most out of the sport. I work with leisure cyclists as well to help maintain & develop fitness for health & wellbeing. An important part of this is maintaining motivation and ensuring riders avoid injury. My training packages aim to provide an affordable level of support & include basic strength training plans, to improve muscle power & avoid injury.
Qualifications
- Level 3 Road/TT British Cycling Coach
- Level 3 MTB (Trainee) British Cycling Coach
- Level 3 ABCC coach
- First Aid at Work (HSE)
- Level 2 strength & conditioning coach