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Advice from the experts.

Shane Sutton

Shane Sutton

The British Cycling head coach, and former professional racing cyclist, believes "If you go away and you prepare meticulously for whatever you do in any walk of life, you'll become a winner."

Si Hill playing for Great Britain in the 2007 European Championships final.

Si Hill

Si Hill, Chief Executive of the UK Ultimate Association and coach to the Great Britain team, explains the basic skills of Ultimate, the importance of training hard and of mental strength.

Mark Hughes

Mark Hughes

Raise Your Game caught up with the former Welsh international footballer, and current manager of Manchester City, as he took time out to improve his golfing game at the Wales Open 2009

John Paramor

John Paramor

Known fondly by players and other officials as 'JP,' the European Tour's Chief referee reveals the method behind his rulings.

Graham Henry

Graham Henry

The head coach of the New Zealand All Blacks, and former coach for Wales and the British and Irish Lions, shares his winning formula for success.

Pierre Dulaine

Pierre Dulaine, dance instructor

The inspiration for the Hollywood film, Take the Lead, believes "Dedication is working towards what you want to do, but it's not work because you like it so much. It's about staying with it."

Steve Hansen

Steve Hansen

The All Blacks coach gives us the secrets of success.

Leroy Rosenior

Leroy Rosenior

The former footballer and ambassador for the Show Racism the Red Card campaign tells us why it's important to "respect everybody."

Rob Howley

Rob Howley

"It's all about using the right tools in order to get into the right mindset," says the Welsh rugby coach.

Peter De Villiers

Peter de Villiers

"The motivation needs to come from inside each individual," says the head coach of South Africa.

Warren Gatland

Warren Gatland

"It's about not being afraid to be challenged and, above all, trying to enjoy the experience," says the Welsh rugby head coach.

Korfball players

Max Lloyd

The Development Officer at the Welsh Korfball Association believes everybody should "Come and give this crazy sport a go!"

Simon Cope

Simon Cope

"You can always go on an adventure on your bike," says the Olympic Development Plan coach

Darren Tudor

Darren Tudor

The Olympic development coach believes "The ones that get it are the ones that want it the most."

Keith Towler

Keith Towler

The Children's Commissioner for Wales believes "You've got to be an optimist."

Dr Karl Morris

Dr Karl Morris

The mind coach offers his top tips for exam success.

Jeremy Bennett

Jeremy Bennett

"Planning and usage of time is very, very important," says the coach of some of the world's best golfers.

Huw Bevan

Huw Bevan

The Ospreys rugby conditioning coach tells us why it's important to "Take advice from people you respect."

Geraint Ashton-Jones

Geraint Ashton-Jones

"Give me 22 players with the right attitude and I'll make you a team," says the director of rugby for the Royal Navy rugby team.

Chris Finch

Chris Finch

The Great Britain basketball head coach discusses the importance of discipline under pressure.

Tim Hall

Tim Hall

The Coach of the Year award winner discusses what it takes to be a good coach.

Ron Adams

Ron Adams

The former Assistant Coach for the Chicago Bulls discusses the importance of focusing on the task in hand.

Mike Weeks

Rock climber & fitness trainer

Mike Weeks talks about the challenges of being a trainer.

Lord Herman Ouseley

Lord Herman Ouseley

The Chair of Kick it Out discusses how sport can bring people from different communities together.

Lord Herman Ouseley

Lord Herman Ouseley, British politician

The Chair of Kick it Out talks about the campaign to try and eliminate the racial abuse from football.

Army rugby. Copyright: Roger Thompson

Gareth Thomas

The British Army rugby conditioning coach discusses the importance of having "A healthy mind in a healthy body."

Army rugby. Copyright: Roger Thompson

Andy Price

The head coach of the British Army rugby team tells us why attitude is everything.

Dai Young. Copyright: Huw Evans Picture Agency

Dai Young

The head coach for the Cardiff Blues says "It's about putting the team ahead of yourself."

Hope Powell

Hope Powell

The head coach of the Women's National Football team talks about the skills you can learn through football.

Michele Adams

Michele Adams

The coach of Cardiff City Ladies Football Club believes "Everyone should be able to enjoy sport at whatever level they're capable of playing at."

Geraint Richards

Geraint Richards

The wheelchair tennis Great Britain Junior National Coach discusses the importance of communication.

Shaun Edwards. Copyright: Huw Evans picture agency.

Shaun Edwards

"Don't be scared to be different to other people," says the defence coach for the British and Irish Lions, Shaun Edwards.

Sarah Ginn

Sarah Ginn

The coach of the Wales U13 and Cardiff and Vale cricket teams says coaching has taught her how to deal with difficult situations.

Jake White. Copyright: Huw Evans picture agency

Jake White

The Rugby World Cup winning coach shares his secrets for a successful team.

Rugby ball and player

Nigel Owens

The international rugby referee likes to keep a level head and keep his feet on the ground.

Gerad Adams

Gerad Adams

The head coach and player for the Cardiff Devils says "A good ice hockey player is someone who has good communication skills."

Dave Collins

Dave Collins

The former UK Athletics Performance Director, says "If you've got the right mental skills you can apply them to any challenge that you meet."

John Dixon

John Dixon

The coach of the Celtic Crusaders Rugby League team says "The key thing to being a good coach is man management."

Grant Thomas

Grant Thomas

The St Kilda Football Club coach places inspirational quotes around the gym.

Chris Coleman

Chris Coleman

Matt Jones interviews Chris Coleman who believes motivation has to come from within the individual first.

Chris Coleman

Chris Coleman

Matt Jones interviews the football manager who says "If you want to succeed in anything you have to do all your preparation."

Joanne Thomas-Kemp

Joanne Thomas-Kemp

The Racquets Manager and Head Coach at the Welsh National Tennis Centre said working with other performance coaches helped her to achieve her goal.

Howard Jones

Howard Jones

The Head Performance Coach at the Welsh National Tennis Centre in Cardiff says it takes talent and extreme focus to become a top player.

Matt James

Matt James

The LTA Tennis Development Manager is focused on recruiting and developing 'Raw Tennis' talent.

Stacy Berman

Stacy Berman

The founder of Stacy's Boot Camp motivates her clients to achieve more than they think possible.

Terry Burton, Assistant Manager, Cardiff City

Terry Burton

The Assistant Manager for Cardiff City says if you break your goals down you'll enjoy working towards them.

Lyn Jones. Copyright Huw Evans Picture Agency

Lyn Jones

The Ospreys head coach says the best way to greatness is to watch and learn from the greats themselves.

Steve Lovell

Steve Lovell

The former Wales International player and Football in the Community Officer at Gillingham FC, is passing on his dedication, commitment and character to future generations.

Joe Hopkins

Joe Hopkins

The Football in the Community Coach at Gillingham FC says if you're having fun you'll be motivated to do more.

Paul Turner

Paul Turner

The Newport Gwent Dragons Coach thinks watching rugby is vital.

Ian McGeechan

Ian McGeechan

The former London Wasps Director of Rugby believes in encouragement.

Trystan Bevan, Cardiff Blues coach

Colin Jackson speaks to Trystan Bevan

The Cardiff Blues coach says dedication, and early nights, will help you be the best.

Rob Yemen, WRU Director of Match Officials

Rob Yemen

The WRU Director of Match Officials on taking up the whistle, and why, if you're truly committed to your team, you should respect the ref's decision.

Dai Young

Dai Young

The head coach of the Cardiff Blues says you can only do your best, and if you make a mistake, learn from it.

Tracey Skirton - National Coach, Women's Gymnastics Wales

Tracey Skirton

The National Coach, Women's Gymnastics Wales, says team work is the secret to success.

Steve Perks - Coach of the gold medal-winning Olympic relay team

Steve Perks

On why building a winning team takes time.

Pat Mahoney with Colin Jackson at Splott Gym

Pat Mahoney

Colin Jackson speaks to the boxing coach at Splott Gym in Cardiff.

Graham Davies

Graham Davies

The Director of National Development for the Sports Council for Wales on how to become a coach.

Dave Haller

Dave Haller

The City of Cardiff Swimming Club Coach gives his tips on motivating others.


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