Cert Ed. B.Ed MSc PG.Dip Counselling PhD

PSYCHOLOGIST

Prof. Dave Collins is a leading psychologist in elite performance enhancement, specialising in developing individuals and teams to excel under pressure through a “shared expertise” model. With over 350 peer-reviewed publications and 60 books/chapters, he has driven significant cultural changes in complex settings. He has impacted over 70 World or Olympic medallists and numerous professional teams. As the former Performance Director of UK Athletics, he achieved major team improvements, including 8 medals at the Beijing Olympics. Currently, he works across various sports and non-sport organisations, having attended 11 Olympic Games. His coaching credentials include national-level coaching in three sports and a 5th Dan in Karate. He holds fellowships with several prestigious organisations and is a former Royal Marine.

Key Achievements:

• Developed and led high-performing teams using a “shared expertise” model
• Over 350 peer-reviewed papers and 60 books/chapters
• Drove strategic and cultural change in complex settings
• Worked with over 70 World or Olympic medallists and professional teams
• Former Performance Director of UK Athletics
• Achieved 8 medals at the Beijing Olympics
• Current assignments in football, rugby, skiing, motorsport, and non-sport organisations
• Attended 11 Olympics and numerous World and European Championships
• Coached to national level in three sports and holds a 5th Dan in Karate
• Fellow of the Society of Martial Arts, ZSL, BASES, and Associate Fellow of the BPS
• Former Royal Marine