Trent Hayden
Buddina,Australia
Summary
Dynamic Physical Performance Coach with a strong passion for enhancing athletic performance. Driving growth through building meaningful connections with athletes, encouraging consistency and building a positive culture within the high-performance environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Performance Coach
University of the Sunshine Coast
01.2020 - Current
- Developed and implemented individualised training programs for UniSC’s High-Performance Student-Athletes in a variety of sports (swimming, athletics, triathlon, football, canoe/kayak sprint, tennis).
- Conducted regular performance testing and screening
- Led dry land conditioning sessions for UniSC Spartans Swimming squad
- Provided Strength and Conditioning services to QAS-categorised athletes in Wheelchair Rugby and Hand-cycling
- Provided strength and conditioning services to UniSC’s Rugby League, Rugby Union, and Basketball teams
- Led Strength and Conditioning Sessions for UniSC’s High-Performance Youth Academy
- Collaborated with sports medicine professionals to provide injury prevention strategies and rehabilitation plans, facilitating athletes’ successful return to play.
- Designed and implemented athlete performance and training load monitoring dashboard. Successfully integrating data gathered from Team buildr and Vald performance hub to streamline performance monitoring for all UniSC based athletes.
- Mentored and supervised UniSC practical placement students
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Maroochydore Roos AFC
11.2024 - 09.2025
- Design and implement strength and conditioning programs to enhance physical performance and reduce injury risk
- Collaborate with the physio, head coach and sport scientist to facilitate effective injury rehab and safe return to play.
- Mentored and motivated athletes to maximise their potential by providing ongoing guidance, support, and feedback, resulting in enhanced discipline, resilience, and overall success on and off the court.
- Mentored and supervised UniSC practical placement students
Lead Physical Performance Coach - NBL1 Womens Team
Rip City Basketball Club
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Led a team consisting of and assistant physical performance coach and placement students to develop and implement training programs for athletes, resulting in improved performance and reduced risk of injury.
- Coordinated and conducted regular performance evaluations to track athletes’ progress and adjust training programs accordingly.
- Monitored Athlete Training Load and collaborated with Head Coach regarding court training sessions, as well as making adjustments to the training schedule to assist with optimal recovery and performance.
- Mentored and motivated athletes to maximise their potential by providing ongoing guidance, support, and feedback, resulting in enhanced discipline, resilience, and overall success on and off the court.
- Provided on-court support during practice sessions and games.
Assistant Physical Performance Coach - NBL1 Mens Team
Rip City Basketball Club
01.2022 - 12.2023
- Assisted in the design and delivery of customised training programs for professional athletes to improve overall physical performance.
- Conducted fitness assessments and performance evaluations to identify areas for improvement and develop targeted training plans.
- Provided on-court support during practice sessions and games.
Head Coach
Hayden Martial Arts
01.2013 - 01.2022
- Developed strategies to improve performance in athletes competing in Kickboxing and ITF Taekwondo.
- Developed and implemented an athlete testing model to assess and monitor performance and skill development
- Designed and delivered sessions to improve technical and tactical proficiency
- Motivated and provided guidance to developing athletes to achieve their personal goals in the Martial Arts.
Education
Bachelor - Sport and Exercise Science
University of the Sunshine Coast
Sippy Downs, QLD01.2020
Master of Science - Sport And Exercise Science (Research)
University of New England
Armidale, NSW11-2027
Skills
- Athletic Development
- Linear Position Transducers
- Force plates
- Athlete Training Load and Wellness Data
- Return to Sport
- Data Visualisation (Power Bi)
Certification
- ASCA Level 2 Professional Strength and Conditioning Coach
- Working with Children (Blue Card)
- First Aid / CPR Certificate
- Pool lifeguard Certificate
- Advanced Resuscitation Certificate
Timeline
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Maroochydore Roos AFC
11.2024 - 09.2025
Lead Physical Performance Coach - NBL1 Womens Team
Rip City Basketball Club
01.2023 - 12.2023
Assistant Physical Performance Coach - NBL1 Mens Team
Rip City Basketball Club
01.2022 - 12.2023
Physical Performance Coach
University of the Sunshine Coast
01.2020 - Current
Head Coach
Hayden Martial Arts
01.2013 - 01.2022
Bachelor - Sport and Exercise Science
University of the Sunshine Coast
Master of Science - Sport And Exercise Science (Research)
University of New England
Publications
Australian Journal of Strength and Conditioning
From the field – case study Training free leg side hip elevation to improve jump performance in an ITF Taekwondo athlete 2021