Coaching
I bring to the table 15 years of dedicated experience in the world of sports coaching, along with over 30 years racing experience which includes time as a professional cyclist. With a robust background in coaching athletes which includes world tour riders as well as leading teams at prestigious events like the Commonwealth Games, I've also had the privilege of working within the high-octane realm of MotoGP.My coaching services encompass a diverse range, catering to beginners, Sportive riders, seasoned professional athletes, and individuals of all skill levels who fall in between. Whether your passion lies in cycling or the rigors of triathlon, I'm here to turn your aspirations and dreams into tangible achievements.
I take immense pride in fostering a close working relationship with each and every one of my clients. Regardless of the magnitude of your goals, my coaching extends far beyond mere workout regimens. I'm committed to addressing the psychological challenges of competition, offering tailored strategies to ensure you approach the starting line in peak mental and physical condition. Your goals and lifestyle choices are unique, and I'm dedicated to delivering a service that aligns with your individual path to success.
For those youth athletes out there, coaching can be a difficult choice for parents who may not understand the sport or the needs of a young athlete. This is something I take seriously. Fun and longevity is my ethos within this area. If you're a confused parent who feel overwhelmed by all the information out there, certainly arrange a free consultation to make sure you'e happy with how your pride and joy is being coached.
Rest assured, you will be under the guidance of myself, Andrew Roche as your coach. I am passionate about imparting the wisdom and insights I've gleaned over what feels like a lifetime dedicated to sports. To me, the ultimate victory lies in helping you reach your desired destination. When you succeed, it's a win-win for us both.
Premium / Covering Cycling & Triathlon
Welcome to a training plan designed to push the limits and bring out the very best in you. This is not just for the seasoned racing athlete but also for sports enthusiasts eager to explore the full potential of their bodies.
What makes this plan truly exceptional is its tailored nature. We're in this together, crafting a program that seamlessly integrates with your lifestyle, commitments, and available time. Life can throw curveballs, and that's why this plan is fully adjustable, accommodating anything that comes your way.
Our focus extends to a range of sports, including cycling, and triathlon and the various disciplines involved in both. You have my undivided attention and expertise at your disposal.
I use the latest practices in this plan using metabolic profiling rather than the go to FTP test protocol. This ensures you can train toward your desired outcome using data driven measures rather than using pre defined measures such as the standard FTP method.
Your journey will be closely monitored, and we'll consistently evaluate your training to ensure you're on the right track. This plan is dynamic, addressing your strengths and weaknesses with the flexibility to adapt as needed, all to unlock your full potential.
While ideally suited for those training with a power meter, it's not an absolute necessity. What matters most is your commitment and dedication to achieving greatness.
Let's embark on this journey together, pushing boundaries, and realizing your athletic dreams. Get ready to excel!
Learn more
From £150 per month
What makes this plan truly exceptional is its tailored nature. We're in this together, crafting a program that seamlessly integrates with your lifestyle, commitments, and available time. Life can throw curveballs, and that's why this plan is fully adjustable, accommodating anything that comes your way.
Our focus extends to a range of sports, including cycling, and triathlon and the various disciplines involved in both. You have my undivided attention and expertise at your disposal.
I use the latest practices in this plan using metabolic profiling rather than the go to FTP test protocol. This ensures you can train toward your desired outcome using data driven measures rather than using pre defined measures such as the standard FTP method.
Your journey will be closely monitored, and we'll consistently evaluate your training to ensure you're on the right track. This plan is dynamic, addressing your strengths and weaknesses with the flexibility to adapt as needed, all to unlock your full potential.
While ideally suited for those training with a power meter, it's not an absolute necessity. What matters most is your commitment and dedication to achieving greatness.
Let's embark on this journey together, pushing boundaries, and realizing your athletic dreams. Get ready to excel!
Learn more
Features
- Custom built training plan, uploaded weekly to ensure pinpoint progression
- Daily analysis of training peaks log including heart rate/power files/pace
- Tracking and monitoring of menstrual cycle available to any female athletes included for those wishing to use it
- Training zones and targets set using INCSYD or FTP zones.
- Rider profile analysis
- Unlimited client initiated communication via training peaks, email, plus other media formats.
- Video chat by appointment
- Nutritional introduction call
- Unlimited changes to plan for unforeseen circumstance
- Pre event consultation to review targets, pacing, fuelling
- Fully featured premium training peaks account
- Discount on other WUP services, bike fitting, massage, etc.
- Inclusion on WUP zwift group rides
- Partnership discounts exclusive to members
- In person meet ups by appointment
Pricing
From £150 per month
Bronze
Welcome to a training plan that's designed for all abilities, whether you're new to the world of sports or a seasoned athlete looking for guidance. Our aim is to empower you, not condescend, and help you discover your full potential.
This training program is ideally suited for those who are starting out, never used structure, requires less feedback and support, or maybe a mixture of all. It's an excellent way to understand how a coaching plan works while providing structure and support.
Your training plan will be carefully crafted to fit your unique lifestyle and commitments. We understand that life can be unpredictable, as such the plan will be structure to fit that model.
Your progress matters to me. I'll regularly check your TrainingPeaks log and files to ensure you're staying on the right track. I encourage you to leave comments within TrainingPeaks, providing insights into your progress, allowing me to better understand how you're advancing.
My approach encompasses various sports, including cycling, triathlon, and the various aspects within both. Regardless of your current ability, I'm here to support and guide you every step of the way.
Let's work together to unlock your potential and embark on this exciting journey. Remember, it's all about progress, not perfection.
• Custom Built Plan
• Monthly analysis of training peaks log including power/heart rate files
• 1 change to plan per month
• Assistance with event planning and goal setting
• Inclusion on WUP zwift group rides
• Sync with Zwift, Fullgaz, TrainerRoad, and other online platforms
• Basic training peaks account
• INSCYD testing at discount rate
From £85 per month
This training program is ideally suited for those who are starting out, never used structure, requires less feedback and support, or maybe a mixture of all. It's an excellent way to understand how a coaching plan works while providing structure and support.
Your training plan will be carefully crafted to fit your unique lifestyle and commitments. We understand that life can be unpredictable, as such the plan will be structure to fit that model.
Your progress matters to me. I'll regularly check your TrainingPeaks log and files to ensure you're staying on the right track. I encourage you to leave comments within TrainingPeaks, providing insights into your progress, allowing me to better understand how you're advancing.
My approach encompasses various sports, including cycling, triathlon, and the various aspects within both. Regardless of your current ability, I'm here to support and guide you every step of the way.
Let's work together to unlock your potential and embark on this exciting journey. Remember, it's all about progress, not perfection.
Features
• Custom Built Plan
• Monthly analysis of training peaks log including power/heart rate files
- • Tracking and monitoring of menstrual cycle available to any female athletes at additional cost
• 1 change to plan per month
• Assistance with event planning and goal setting
• Inclusion on WUP zwift group rides
• Sync with Zwift, Fullgaz, TrainerRoad, and other online platforms
• Basic training peaks account
• INSCYD testing at discount rate
Pricing
From £85 per month
WUP Athlete Community Plan
A new type of plan for those looking for a 3 month fixed plan, but also customised to the individual. Unlike many fixed plans this is created just for you with an informed questionnaire used to create your ideal which works around your lifestyle and time restraints.
Why 3 months? For me, I feel if you stick to something for at least 3 months, you start to create a healthy routine and slowly adapt the lifestyle to work with it. Positive long term progression rather than a fast fix approach.
£65 for a 3 month set plan
Why 3 months? For me, I feel if you stick to something for at least 3 months, you start to create a healthy routine and slowly adapt the lifestyle to work with it. Positive long term progression rather than a fast fix approach.
Features
- Custom built 3 month plan based on questionnaire
- Basic TrainingPeaks account
- Access to WUP athlete community Facebook page
Pricing
£65 for a 3 month set plan
Human Performance Coaching
Coaching is far more than just the technical aspect, if you require the missing piece of the puzzle to allow the technical side to work then think mindset.
Perhaps you work with a technical coach, but struggle with the mental focus or anxiousness within your sport. This is the area that can connect those two parts for you and really see huge gains in performance.
A big part of coaching, which is often neglected is the mindset, physical training is one thing, but how do we cope with the debilitating mental blocks we can put upon ourselves?
The proactive process of tackling the mindset and strengthening this aspect builds a much more rounded athlete as well as person in general.
Do you suffer with pre event nerves or anxiety, but don't know how to work with it? Together working through the process of change, we can help to get you into a more confident self aware state.
Sessions
Our sessions range from 1 to 3 hours for a single day to multiple days, depending on your desired outcome. Despite our focus being primarily on sports coaching, personal issues like work or relationship stress can highly benefit from performance coaching.
With positivity, success and happiness being a significant goal for many, it is important to know and understand how we can get there. Whether you’re a professional athlete or an individual who is looking to alter their mindset and produce a more positive outlook, performance coaching could be just for you. While we have the power to create and accomplish anything we desire, coaching gives us the necessary tools to achieve just that.
Areas of Focus:
- Process
- Nerves/Anxiety
- Confidence
- Post trauma fear, such as getting over a crash for example
- Mental focus
- Visualisation
- Accepting your choices
Pricing
From £60 per session
One to One Tuition
One to one rides can be arranged, perfect for anyone who likes to have that personal touch to go through techniques and skills which are much easier to do out in the riding environment.
Perhaps you have a sportive or Fondo coming up, and would like to ride a section of the course, we can certainly do that and go through how to best conserve energy in areas, also learn the technique of pacing on some of the more daunting hills.
Perhaps you have a sportive or Fondo coming up, and would like to ride a section of the course, we can certainly do that and go through how to best conserve energy in areas, also learn the technique of pacing on some of the more daunting hills.
