Reviews
“Coaching is very professional. Been training there for the past few years and improved my PB more than a second. Would definitely recommend”
Leon L
“From a parents perspective, I highly recommend the athletic coaching that John offers. It not only has improved her performance, but also instills discipline, confidence and a sense of belonging to a squad.”
Adriana M
“Great experience, whether you are training professionally or not. Motivating coach who helped me improve my running skills and form significantly.”
Chris Y
“John is an incredible coach.
Not only have our daughter’s sprinting skills improved dramatically, but so has her confidence, energy, and love for physical activity. She was never a kid who enjoyed running but now, her sessions with John are the highlight of her week.
We took a leap of faith, hoping the sessions would help strengthen her legs and boost her confidence. What we didn’t expect was just how much more they would do. We’re beyond grateful for the impact John has had, and we truly couldn’t recommend him more highly.”Kellie C
“I've trained with John for 4 years, seeing him daily in that time. Johns consistency and professionalism to his athletic endeavours is unmatch. I have no doubt the same mentality and passion will be poured into his coaching. Would highly recommend him for anyone looking to get fast and fit!”
Corey F
“I have been training here for the past couple of years and i can say without doubt the coaches really care about each individual athlete and are trying to pull the best out of each of them. Since I have started training heree my pb has improved by 2 seconds as will only get faster.”
Ajay S
“Our experience with Next Gen Athletics for our daughter’s training has been brilliant. They have a very positive approach and they seem to really care. The techniques she has learned have really benefited her running form and they also take the time to teach them their warm ups and cool downs. My daughter has been getting PBs since starting with Next Gen, which is definitely not a coincidence. They are also extremely organised and reliable, with training going ahead rain, hail or shine. She absolutely loves her training with them.”
Sonia S
“Training with Next Gen Athletics has been a very rewarding experience for my child. We have seen immense improvement in her form, posture, technique, drive and most importantly confidence. John connects with his athletes, encourages them, supports them and positively push them to be their best selves. My child has been reaching new P.B’s every week and this is a reflection of her training.
I highly recommend Next Gen Athletics and am thoroughly impressed by their commitment to the “Next Gen” athletes.”Maria Z
“John has been a great coach to our two daughters. Great for their confidence and for developing a love for training. Coaching is well tailored for each person”
Paul O
“My son has been training with John at Next Gen Athletics since August 2025. We initially joined to help him with technique and confidence before zone athletics, but he loved it so much we stayed on.
John runs great sessions — really well structured with drills and sprint work that keep the boys engaged and improving. The bonus part is that my son made some great friends and genuinely looks forward to training each week. Highly recommend for any parent looking for a place not just for skill development, but a positive and encouraging environment for their child.”Aninta F
“My 3 boys started to attend Johns sessions a few months ago and they love it. They can't wait to go again the following week. John is professional yet knows how to get the best out of each of them. Highly recommended if your looking for a coach to help your kids with speed, agility etc.
Justin G
“Next Gen Athletics is everything I was looking for for my child!
The coach is energetic, supportive, and truly passionate about helping kids grow. Each session is fun, active, and designed to build strength, confidence, and skills. It’s a fantastic environment for kids to stay active and for future athletes to shine! 🏅🙌🏾💪🏾”Evie Green O
“My son loves going coaching every week and has learnt how to refine his sprinting skills. John tailors the program based on the individual so it’s very targetted feedback.”
Mai L
“Highly recommend Next Gen Athletics - my eldest has only been attending 1:1 and group training sessions for a short period of time, but has picked up on so many valuable skills and knowledge relating to sprinting and jumps. The coaches take their time to explain everything to each athlete and provide a warm and encouraging environment to help them achieve their best!”
Natasha V
“My son has been receiving sprint and jump coaching with John and his team and it’s been a fantastic experience. They create a fun and supportive environment while building the kids’ sprint speed, endurance, and jumping technique. My son has improved so much and always looks forward to every training session. We can’t recommend John and his team enough!”
Soona F
“I have been trained by coach John for around 2 years it has helped me discover my strengths in athletics, build my confidence in athletics and life. John's advice has helped me overcome nerves and self doubts which allow me to excel at sport. At next gen athletics I have found community full of amazing people who have all been there for me through my athletics journey! I would recommend because it has improved my running but also my happiness!”
Allegra P
“I took lessons from John for around 2 months and have improved as a direct result of his coaching.
John is extremely knowledgeable about sprinting and always turns up eager to teach. What impressed me the most about him was his attention to detail and attentiveness, always able to give great advice in a constructive manner.
He is a great coach and I cannot recommend him enough.”R H
“My son has been attending the running training program at Nextgen Athletic, and the experience has been absolutely fantastic. The coaches are highly professional, encouraging, and genuinely invested in helping young athletes reach their potential. They provide the perfect balance of discipline and motivation, which has really boosted my son’s confidence and performance.
The program is well-structured, focusing not only on speed and endurance but also on technique, strength, and injury prevention. I’ve noticed a significant improvement in his running form and overall fitness since he started. Most importantly, he enjoys every session and looks forward to training each week.”Ashok K
“My son has been training with Next Gen Athletics since September 2025, and his progress has been outstanding. His confidence has grown, his skills have improved noticeably, and most importantly, he genuinely enjoys every session.
John’s approach clearly makes a difference, and I highly recommend his training to anyone looking for quality training.”Ray W
“I would highly recommend John as an outstanding running coach who offers personalised, motivating training plans tailored to individual goals and fitness levels. He combines structured workouts helps achieve personal bests. John’s passion for coaching children is very evident as my daughters are extremely engaged during all training session”
Tina R
“I came from a sprinting background, and transitioned to distance running to train for the TCS Sydney Marathon in August. Working with John has been an absolute game changer.
He took the time to understand my history as a sprinter and build a personalised program that helped me gradually build endurance, improving my pacing, and avoid injury - all whilst still maintaining elements of speed and power that I'd developed over years. One of the biggest standouts has been his online coaching platform - it's been a lifesaver while working full time. The flexibility, structure, and ongoing support make it easy to stay consistent without feeling overwhelmed.
His knowledge of running is incredible, regardless of the discipline. What really sets him apart is how invested he is in your progress. He checks in regularly, adjusts the program based on how you're feeling, and makes every session purposeful.
I'm incredibly excited to see how I perform come race day. I've seen huge improvements in my confidence over the last few months of training, and I honestly would not have made this kind of progress without his guidance.
I highly recommend John to anyone - whether you're a sprinter, long distance runner, jumper, or into other sports like football, he's the coach you want in your corner!”Mikayla M
“John delivers a well-structured and effective training plan in every session. He provides clear, concise, and specific feedback for every drill ensuring continuous improvement, and regularly checks in on us to make sure we’re doing well. I highly recommend his coaching to anyone looking to elevate their performance.”
Ameek J
“Our son has been training with Next Gen since May 2025, and the improvement in his running has been remarkable. Under John’s guidance, he has continued to grow in both confidence and performance. John’s support, knowledge, and encouragement have played a huge role in helping him go from strength to strength.”
Tristan B
“Last year we were looking for a running coach to work with our daughter that complement her soccer program and found Next Gen Athletics. She has been training with John and Eleni for the last 6months now with a personalized program that has improved her style, athleticism, speed and agility. This has translated on the soccer pitch and on the track.
Out daughter trains twice a week with Next Gen Athletics and looks forward to every session and pushing herself harder each time to keep improving.
John and Eleni are fabulous coaches and I would highly recommend them to anyone looking to improve with their running.
Thank you for being awesome 👏”Rebecca D
“My daughter has been training with Next Gen Athletics for about 2 months and looks forward to every sprint session.
I have already noticed a significant improvement in her technique, speed and confidence.
The coaches create a positive and encouraging environment while challenging every athlete to reach their full potential.
Highly recommend for any young athlete looking to improve and enjoy training at the same time.”Jocelyn D
“My boys Jordan 11 and Rylan 8 started training with John and his team 6 months. Since then I have seen dramatic performances in their athletic results. Both are in the top 5 and top 3 for their age groups at club level. They were sitting outside the top 10 at the beginning of the season. In addition, Rylan won his school cross country and Jordan finished 4th. Finally, Jordan is a professional motorcycle racer and represents Australia in the Oceania Junior cup. John has helped him build his strength and conditioning to deal with the rigours of race weekends. Definitely recommend Next Gen Athlethics if you want to see your kids enjoy their training and improve.”
Jason L
“My son and daughter have both been training with John for almost 12 months. We have seen significant improvement in their techniques, strength and confidence and both are achieving PBs at almost every competition. When we first started with John, my daughter was suffering from a foot condition which was very painful and preventing her from performing at her best. John assisted us to manage her condition and she is now running much better. She recently competed at the NSW State Little Athletics competition and finished well within top 10 in both the 100m and 200m. She was able to achieve this due to John’s guidance and encouragement. Both my children love training with John - we are very grateful and highly recommend NextGen Athletics!”
Sandra L
“I’ve always wanted to get into sprinting but had no prior experience, and I was so lucky the first coach I found was John because right from day 1 he asked what I wanted to achieve and ever since has been supporting me whether it be helping me and teaching with technique, equipment and what I should supplement training with. He is really knowledgeable about track and field and knows a lot of the technical details (at this point get this man his physio liscence haha). He cares about all of his athletes and you can tell by how nice he talks to everyone. Even when I skip training haha he reaches out to make sure everything is alright. Super nice guy who deeply cares about all his athletes and is super nice and chill.”
Kian S
“My two children have been training with John since mid-2025 after he was recommended by a friend of my son’s. From the beginning, it was clear how much John genuinely cares about his athletes’ wellbeing and development.
Since joining his sessions, I’ve seen a noticeable improvement in both of my kids’ running and overall technique. What stands out most is their enthusiasm—every session they’re up and ready to go, which really says a lot about how much they enjoy training with him.
John is a fantastic coach, and I highly recommend him to anyone looking for supportive, high-quality coaching.”Riyah E
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