Personal Info
Juan Hernandez is a highly experienced athletics coach and former Cuban National Hurdles Champion, bringing a wealth of international competitive and coaching expertise to Aspire to Greatness Athletic Academy. As a UK Athletics Level 2 Performance Coach with a Master of Science (MSc) in Physical Education, Juan combines elite sporting knowledge with a strong academic understanding of athlete development and performance.
Specialising in sprinting, hurdles, and multi-skills development, Juan is passionate about helping athletes improve their speed, coordination, agility, and overall athletic ability. His coaching approach focuses on building strong technical foundations while developing the confidence, discipline, and work ethic needed for long-term success.
As Lead Coach, Juan works closely with athletes of all ages and abilities, delivering engaging, structured, and athlete-centred sessions. His extensive experience as both a high-performance athlete and coach enables him to provide expert guidance that helps young athletes maximise their potential and enjoy their journey in sport.
Specialisms:
- Former Cuban National Hurdles Champion
- MSc Physical Education
- Sprint Performance Development
- Hurdles Coaching
- Multi-Skills & Athletic Movement Development
- Speed, Agility & Coordination Training
- Youth Athlete Development
Certification :
UK Athletics Level 2 Performance Coach