Emeritus Professor, Ian Jeffreys, joins the Department of Sport Science
An internationally renowned and award-winning coach, educator and author
Ian Jeffreys has joined the Department of Sport Science as a guest professor. Jeffreys is an internationally renowned and award-winning coach, educator, and author. A former professional rugby player and international coach, he is regarded as a world authority in the development of speed and agility for team sports where his Gamespeed system and RAMP warm-ups have significantly impacted practice around the world.
He is an Emeritus Professor in strength and conditioning and a visiting professor at several international institutions, and through his company, All-Pro Performance delivers education programs in several countries. In 2021, he was awarded a career achievement award by the Strength and Conditioning Society. Jeffreys has authored/edited 11 books, over 25 book chapters, and over 90 peer-reviewed strength and conditioning articles. He is the Editor of Professional Strength and Conditioning and is on the Editorial Board for the NSCA's Strength and Conditioning Journal, and the Journal of Australian Strength and Conditioning.
He is a much sought-after conference presenter having delivered talks and workshops in over 20 countries. A Fellow of the NSCA Jeffreys has been a member of the organization since 1989. He was on the Board of Directors of the NSCA between 2016 and 2019, was the organization's Vice President between 2018 and 2019, and was the NSCA High School Professional of the Year in 2006. He is a Founding Member and Fellow of the United Kingdom Strength and Conditioning Association and was a member of the Board of Directors from the organization's inception in 2004 through to 2013.
