Paul Greaves

Paul Greaves is a Lecturer of Sport at the School of Sport and Physical Activity, part of the College of Health, Wellbeing and Life Sciences at Sheffield Hallam University. With 16 years of experience in education and national governing bodies, he has coached elite trampoline gymnasts, including British and European champions. He holds the highest National Governing Body coaching accreditation (Master Coach) and serves in leadership roles across British, English, and European gymnastics organizations.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Sport Coaching from Sheffield Hallam University

Research Interests: Focuses on elite performance coaching, particularly in trampoline gymnastics. Explores the sociological and philosophical dimensions of coaching, grassroots sport development, and coach education systems. Active in designing national and international coach training programs.

Awards:

• Master Coach Award (British Gymnastics)
• British Gymnastics Outstanding Coach of the Year 2011
• South Yorkshire Sport Elite Coach of the Year 2010

Advising & Leadership:

• Lead Member of British Gymnastics National Trampoline Coach Education Panel
• Lead Trampoline Advisor for English Gymnastics
• Chair of Yorkshire Trampoline Technical Committee
• International Expert for Union of European Gymnastics

Additional Contributions: Founded Abbey Flyers Trampoline Club, a top UK performance club. Advises Olympic freestyle skiing programs, contributing to recent Winter Olympic teams. Leads community sport initiatives in Yorkshire and Derbyshire.