James George

Sport has always been a constant thread in my life. Growing up, I was involved in just about everything: athletics, soccer, tennis, swimming, karate. Each one taught me something unique about training, movement and competition.

Soccer took me furthest. I trained and played as a junior in Italy, and played high-level junior soccer in Victoria. I had the skills, the playing IQ and the aerobic engine. What I didn't have was size and strength.

That gap is what I coach now. I studied at Deakin University, and I see training not just as exercise, but as a lifelong skill that builds confidence, community and character.