About Sledge Strength
Carl Sledge
Head Coach
Qualifications:
Bachelor of Exercise Science
Masters of High Performance Sport
Carl began his path to coaching in 2015 when he undertook his Bachelors degree in Exercise Science. Throughout his degree he undertook many internship and paid role opportunities, during which he discovered his passion of high performance.
After graduating with his Bachelor’s, Carl took up the opportunity to further his skill set overseas in Colorado, USA at the world-renowned Landow Performance.
It was here that Carl was exposed to working with the best of the best coaches and athletes. From being apart of a NFL Combine Preparation program, working with current NFL veterans, MLB players, high level track & field athletes to UFC fighters. Carl has experience working with it all.
Since then Carl has been highly sought after in the field of athletic performance, his skillset taking him internationally.
Carl worked as the Head of Strength and Conditioning for the Sakura 15 (Japan’s National Women’s Rugby Team) over 2 seasons touring throughout the world in international tournaments exposing him to world-class athletic performance and coaching.
After his time with Japan, Carl undertook the Head of Strength and Conditioning role with Counties Manukau Steelers in New Zealand’s National provincial competition (NPC). Widely considered as one of the most competitive and dynamic rugby competitions in the world. Carl was able to further develop his craft and expertise with some the world’s best rugby players and coaches.
Taking the bests bits from this variety of experiences, Carl is committed to providing a world-class performance program to whoever he works with.