Ken Spencer

Ken Spencer is a highly experienced UK Athletics Level 3 Coach with a proven track record of developing athletes across a range of sprint and performance disciplines. With many years of coaching experience, he has built a reputation for helping athletes maximise their potential through expert technical coaching, structured training programmes, and a passion for athlete development.

As Lead Speed & Sprint Coach, Ken oversees the academy’s sprint development programme, specialising in acceleration, sprint mechanics, running efficiency, and explosive movement. His coaching philosophy centres on teaching athletes the fundamentals of effective movement, helping them develop speed, coordination, confidence, and athleticism in a safe and progressive environment.

Ken’s expertise has helped athletes achieve success at the highest levels of junior athletics. Among those he has coached is National Hurdles Champion Izzy Rae, whose achievements reflect Ken’s commitment to technical excellence and long-term athlete development. His ability to identify talent, nurture potential, and guide athletes towards their goals has made him a respected figure within the athletics community.

Passionate about inspiring the next generation, Ken creates engaging and supportive training sessions that encourage athletes of all ages and abilities to challenge themselves, enjoy the process of improvement, and strive for excellence. He is also proud to welcome Izzy Rae to the coaching team, where she will help inspire and mentor young athletes through her own experiences as a national champion.