ABOUT
LEON REID OLY
BRONZE
Commonwealth Games 200m · 2018
Tokyo - OLYMPICS
200m – Semi-Finalist
NATIONALS
Multiple National Titles
60m - 100m - 200m -
10+ YEARS
Elite-level experience (2010-2022)
LEON REID OLY
Sprint training in Brighton is about more than just running fast — it’s about unlocking the mechanics of speed, power, and precision. As a Sprint Coach in Brighton, I bring over a decade of elite-level experience representing Ireland and Great Britain, helping athletes of all levels reach peak performance.
My career includes a Commonwealth Games bronze medal, multiple Irish national titles, and competing as an Olympic 200m semi-finalist. Since retiring from professional competition in 2022, I’ve dedicated myself to Sprint Training in Brighton, specialising in speed development, personal training, and strength and conditioning for athletes across Brighton, Hove, and Sussex.
Each sprint training session focuses on improving sprint mechanics, enhancing sport-specific movement, building strength and resilience, and reducing injury risk. By combining proven performance methods with real-world experience, I design tailored programs that deliver measurable results.
As your Brighton sprint coach, my goal is to help you unlock your speed, improve athletic confidence, and achieve lasting success. One session of Sprint Training in Brighton is often all it takes to feel the difference in your movement, technique, and performance.
ATHLETIC ACHIEVEMENTS
2010
Silver Medalist, Youth Olympics 100m
Silver Medalist, Commonwealth Youth Games 100m
2011
England U20 200m Champion
2012
National Medalist (overcame injury)
2013
European Junior 200m Silver Medalist
Joint Fourth 200m Junior British All-time
Northern Ireland National Record
2014
Broken Cheekbone,
Ribs and Nose in competition warm-up.
Commonwealth Games 200m Semi-Finalist.
2015
European U23 200m Silver Medalist
National Champion
2016
Double National Champion (100m & 200m)
2017
Double National Champion
British Senior National Bronze
World Championships Qualifier
2018
Commonwealth Games 200m Bronze Medalist
European Senior 200m Finalist (6th)
2019
Double National Champion
Olympic Qualifier
2020
Training paused due to COVID-19
2021
Olympic 200m Semi-Finalist
Ranked 16th in the World (200m)
2022
European Senior Relay Team Member
Retired from Professional Competition
“Success is not an accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice and most of all, love of what you are doing.”
Pelé
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Posted on George SmithTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My boy trains with Leon Saturday morning. Really enjoyable sessions. Leon is a fantastic coach. Highly recommend .Posted on Lisa McLarenTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent coaching from Leon, that has translated into improvements in technique and speed. He's great with my son and makes every session fun.Posted on Ben HaslerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Leon's an absolute star. My son has always loved his drills when training with Apex Football Group, so much so we have gone on to book numerous 1-2-1 sprint sessions as well as small group session. He brilliant with the kids and just an all round nice guy. Cant recommend highly enough. Its not every day you get to train with the fastest Irishman in history 😎Posted on gsallis85Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Booked a 1-2-1 session for my son. He absolutely loves training with Leon and one of the few trainings he'll be ready for early. Seen a massive improvement in his technique from the small number of sessions we've had. I highly recommend Leon.Posted on Martyn JepsonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My son has been working with Leon for a little while now and we're already noticing the improvements in his technique and resulting performance already. He's also really looking forward to his sessions each week which makes life a lot easier as a parent! Leon is also very friendly and easy to deal with.Posted on chris haydenTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Leon has all the qualities of a top coach. Knowledgeable, approachable, enthusiastic. Learnt so much already and speed has increased. Top lad,Posted on JJ CraiperTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Leon is the best!Posted on Oxley Asphalte Roofing services ltdTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Leon has completely transformed my sons approach to running and made him so much more confident and enjoyablePosted on Ben RadleyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic coach, super positive and helpful, delivered in a professional environment!
