ABOUT PERFORMANCE COACHING

Performance Coaching is led by Chris Gatt, a cyclist and coach with over 25 years of racing experience.

Chris has raced internationally across disciplines, gaining first-hand experience of the physical, tactical, and psychological demands of competition.

Having balanced structured training, racing, work, and family life, he understands the realities faced by modern riders and applies this experience to deliver effective, realistic, and sustainable coaching.

Performance Coaching takes a holistic approach to rider development, recognising that all aspects of performance are connected. Training, recovery, nutrition, lifestyle, mindset, confidence and personal goals all influence how a rider develops and performs.


By understanding the individual behind the athlete, coaching is tailored to create long-term progression, consistency and enjoyment.

The coaching philosophy is centered on:

  • Individualised training
  • Honest communication
  • Long-term health and consistency
  • Supporting ambition without sacrificing balance

Performance Coaching operates to professional standards and is aligned with the Association of British Cycling Coaches (ABCC), with Level 3 qualification.

Chris is DBS checked and holds British Cycling safeguarding certification, providing a safe and supportive coaching environment for riders of all ages.

Performance Coaching is also continually developing its coaching framework and currently working to further align its programmes and courses with British Cycling standards.

Based in South East London, Kent & Surrey, Performance Coaching works with riders locally, nationally, and internationally.

Who We Coach

Performance Coaching works with riders at different stages of their cycling development, including:
  • Beginners
  • Returning cyclists
  • Road cyclists
  • Cyclocross riders
  • Elite Riders
  • Gravel cyclists
  • Youth riders
  • Junior cyclists
  • Adult riders
  • Veterans riders
  • Competitive racers
  • Performance-focused riders
  • Development riders
  • Cycling clubs
  • Schools
  • Development teams

From your first cycling experience through to high-level competition, coaching is designed around your individual goals and long-term development.

Where We Coach

Performance Coaching provides cycling coaching across London, South , South East & Estern England, with selected European locations available for specific coaching sessions and training camps.

Coaching environments may include:
  • Herne Hill Velodrome
  • Lee Valley VeloPark
  • Cyclopark
  • Redbridge Cycling Centre
  • Quiet country roads throughout Kent and Surrey
  • East & South East London cycling venues
  • Dedicated cyclocross training locations
  • Traffic-free cycling environments
  • Mallorca
  • Calpe
  • European altitude training locations

Alternative venues can be arranged for clubs, schools, community groups, development
teams and corporate cycling programmes.

Frequently Asked Questions

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