sam scott

Owner & Head Coach

Sam’s career spans over 13 years in elite sports, driven by a powerful obsession: unlocking human physical potential.

His career is built on a foundation of academic rigour and experience in the Premier League.

He began on the pitch playing semi-professional football, before taking his experience and background in sports science to deliver performance development to elite level athletes.

A young man with crossed arms smiling in a gym with weightlifting equipment in the background.

“I want to make elite physical development accessible. By providing the same level of expertise and individualised attention found in professional environments, I hope to empower individuals to achieve their full athletic potential. I see a future where every athlete, regardless of their current level, can train with precision, confidence, and purpose, unlocking their full athletic ability and building a healthier, more resilient body for life.”

Sam Scott of SSc Performance on an outdoor football pitch holding a football under one arm and also kicking a football

Our Mission

Bringing Elite Training to Everyone

Our mission is to bring elite training to everyone. We firmly believe that the sophisticated, data-driven training principles and methodologies of professional athletes should be available for anyone with the drive and the passion to use them. 

SSc Performance was founded on the belief that everyone - from amateur players to fitness enthusiasts - deserves access to informed, precise, and effective training that empowers them to move better, faster and stronger.

We specialise in creating individualised training programs that go beyond generic gym routines, offering a holistic support system rooted in a deep understanding of what the body is capable of.

Sam Scott of SSc Performance on an indoor football pitch coaching football players

My Story

  • Professional Accreditation
    I am a fully UKSCA Accredited Strength & Conditioning Coach (UK Strength and Conditioning Association).

  • Academic Excellence
    I studied Sport and Exercise Science at Loughborough University before partnering with Bath University on critical research projects.

  • Groundbreaking Research
    I led research into growth and maturation in youth sports, culminating in organising the first-ever Bio-Banding competition at Southampton FC and presenting my findings to organisations like the Premier League and the French Football Federation.

  • Academy Development
    My early career was dedicated to youth development, mastering the art and science of nurturing young talent.

  • Curriculum Architect
    I designed and delivered a comprehensive Academy Physical Curriculum at Southampton FC, focused on coordination, strength, and movement efficiency during the challenging growth spurt years.

  • First Team Performance
    I spent five intense years with the First Team, implementing my movement philosophy into high-performance strength and power training for professional athletes at Premier League level.