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I'm Jacob Andre

Hi, I'm Jacob, and I'm passionate about helping athletes move better, perform at their best, and achieve goals they once thought were out of reach.

With over 20 years of experience in sport, fitness, and athletic development, I've dedicated my career to helping athletes improve performance through running mechanics, strength & conditioning, rehabilitation, and long-term athletic development. Whether you're chasing a personal best, preparing for competition, returning from injury, or simply looking to become a stronger, more resilient athlete, my goal is to provide the coaching, structure, and support to help you succeed.

I hold a Bachelor of Science (Sport & Exercise Science), a Bachelor of Education, a Graduate Diploma in Psychology, Certificates III and IV in Fitness, and am an ASCA Professional Level 2 Strength & Conditioning Coach. My background spans education, high-performance sport, and athlete development, allowing me to combine evidence-based principles with practical coaching strategies that deliver real-world results.

Today, I work with athletes of all ages and levels—from junior athletes learning the fundamentals of movement, to footballers striving for peak performance, to endurance athletes preparing for their next event. No matter where you're starting, my focus remains the same: helping you run faster, move better, stay injury-free (or return from injury stronger and more capable than before), and perform at your highest level.

Through my programs, coaching, and expertise, I endeavour to enble athletes to transform their performance, recover from injuries, and reach levels they may have once thought impossible.

I believe people can achieve their physical and mental best with the right guidance and support.

My work embodies:

Freedom (from pain and injury)

Achievement (of personal records, better performance, and achieving milestones)

Confidence (in your body's abilities)

My Journey

My journey in sports performance spans more than 13 years running my own strength and conditioning business, 12 years teaching physical education, and elite-level experience with the Northern Territory Institute of Sport and the Adelaide Crows AFLW. Working with athletes at all levels—from grassroots to professional—has allowed me to design evidence-based programs that deliver real results.

Who I Work With

I Specialise Working With:

Runners:
I’ve helped individuals like Isabelle Cornish recover from a broken hip to complete a half marathon.

Running-Sport Athletes:
My FootyFit program is designed to meet the unique demands of football, combining strength training, injury prevention, and sport-specific conditioning.

Rehabilitation:
I've been trusted with all sorts of rehabilitation. From shoulders, back, hips, knees and ankles, to Brendan Moore overcoming an autoimmune disease to complete a 90km ultra-adventure sport race.

Young Athletes:
My coaching programs for youth focus on building a strong foundation for lifelong performance.

What I Offer

The best way to work with me is through my Performance Academy—a personalised experience designed to help you recover from injuries, prevent them, and maximise your performance.

My approach is grounded in biomechanics, evidence-based training, and injury prevention, delivered through my custom training app.

Whether you’re aiming to run your first 5K, crush your marathon PR, dominate on the football field, or recover from an injury, I’m here to guide you every step of the way.

"Jacob helped me to reach my goal of running a half marathon following a hip stress fracture suffered while filming SAS Australia. After training with Jacob, my pain actually improved. I highly recommend his coaching services!"

~ Isabelle Cornish

"My fitness level has greatly improved and I now have a great balance of exercises. Jacob personalised my fitness program to suit my age, fitness level and lifestyle. I am now achieving my running goals"

~ Louise de Bomford-Scott

"Jacob's plans are developed specifically to meet my requirements and lifestyle. As such, I've finally overcome an autoimmune disease known as ankylosing spondylitis and completed a 90km ultra-adventure sport race!"

~ Brendan Moore

Beyond Coaching

When I’m not coaching, you’ll find me running, enjoying brunch and coffee, or cheering on my kids at their sports games. From a single full-time father of four children for over 5 years, and now part of a big blended family that includes two more children, I know firsthand the challenges of balancing life, family, and fitness—but I also know it’s possible to thrive in all areas.

Let’s Work Together

If you’re ready to take your performance to the next level, I’d love to help you get there.

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