Testimonials
Georgie Gulliver: England Scrum Half/ Ivybridge RFC Head Coach
I had the pleasure of having James as my first s&c coach when I was at University in Plymouth. I worked with him for 3 years and learnt everything I now know about training to the best of my ability.
When I first saw James I was identified as a talented rugby player but had various injury and illness problems to contend with. By the end of my time with him I had become an athlete and later received my first international cap against the U.S.A.
I went on to get 36 caps for my country. I owe a lot to James for my development as a player and still use many of his training techniques and stay in touch when I need advice.
James is very knowledgeable and takes a lot of pride in what he does.
The young athletes in the southwest are very lucky to have him as a coach!!
Georgie Gulliver
Chris Plumb: Head Coach Carmel Swim Club
I've had the privilege of working with James Marshall, and I can confidently say he is an exceptional resource. James is incredibly knowledgeable, clear in his communication, and refreshingly direct—qualities that make him invaluable when navigating complex challenges.
What sets James apart is his willingness to think through problems collaboratively. He doesn't just provide surface-level answers; he takes the time to understand the nuances of a situation and works toward thoughtful, practical solutions. Whether you're facing strategic decisions or operational hurdles, James brings both expertise and a problem-solving mindset to the table.
I highly recommend James Marshall to anyone seeking guidance, support, or a trusted partner in their work.
Chris Plumb
CEO/Head Coach, Carmel Swim Club
German Academy of Applied Sports Medicine (DAASM)
James Marshall is a master of his field. He knows how to turn a big audience hall into a small seminar setting, where he picks everyone up. One of the finest invited speakers DAASM has ever had the privilege to announce.
Dr. Dr. Homayun Gharavi Founder & President of DAASM
Paul Mitchell Golf Academy
With twenty plus years of golf coaching experience working with all levels of golfer, I have sought after specific physical training for my more elite players. In this quest, I have worked alongside trainers who have worked with the very best golfers in the world. I can hand on heart say that James is the best Physical Trainer I have ever had the pleasure to work with and I can guarantee that he’ll have a hugely positive influence on your game.
Paul Mitchell
Vern Gambetta: GAIN founder:
James Marshall is the consummate professional, always learning and working to make himself better. His focus is always on the athletes he working to make them better by exploring and discovering the dimensions of movement. He is a longtime active member of the GAIN professional development network. This gives him access to other professionals around the world to share ideas and information to grow and learn.
Vern Gambetta: GAIN founder
Robin Williams GB Footballer Paralympian:
I trained with James for over four years and firmly believe he played a key role in my transformation as an athlete and therefore as a footballer.
It’s fair to say I was in poor condition in various aspects when we first met, however, James’ ability to focus on the most important things and eliminate the baggage from training has enabled me to develop rapidly, having missed selection for the 2009 European Championships I am now a regular in the starting lineup.
James has taught me that athletic training can take many forms, you need not be limited to massive amounts of running on treadmills, for example. James never fails to provide new challenges both in our sessions and in my training program, which makes the sessions interesting and enjoyable, whilst still achieving a good volume of high quality work.
In particular, James is able to make his points in a clear and concise way (a very important tool for a coach working with an athlete who is blind), which has lead to a vast improvement in my running speed and technique.
Robin Williams