Jacob Tipper
High Performance Coach
Since 2013 I have coached athletes across the full spectrum of cycling and multisport, applying a performance methodology grounded in sports science, data analysis and evidence-based practice. My approach integrates physiological profiling, biomechanical assessment and structured load management to build programmes tailored to each athlete’s specific demands. By combining this analytical framework with experience at the elite level, I help athletes optimise performance, improve repeatability under pressure and achieve outcomes ranging from major personal breakthroughs to success on the world stage.
Notable athletes include:
• Ben Healy – EF Education-EasyPost; Tour de France & Giro d’Italia stage winner
• Dan Bigham – UCI Hour Record holder; World Champion (Team Pursuit) • Jonny Brownlee – Supported preparations for Paris 2024
• Lucy Byram – Professional long-course triathlete; T100 Series athlete; multiple international 70.3 victories
• Petra Ševčíková – Track Champions League race winner; Top-10 Omnium at the UCI World Championships
• Teniel Campbell – Multiple Pan American Games medallist; Caribbean Champion
• Richard Oakes – Masters World Champion & World Record holder
• Michael Gill – GB Team Pursuit rider; Nations Cup winner • Tristan Manderfield – USA National Track Champion; Nations Cup rider
• Hannah Payton – Great Britain cyclo-cross rider; National Series winner
• Sub7 Project (Cycling Lead) – Led the cycling team, working closely with double Olympic champion Alistair Brownlee in the build-up, and ultimately with Joe Skipper (Pro Ironman athlete) after Alistair’s injury withdrawal
Athlete
As an athlete, it all began with humble beginnings. After gradually working my way up to the National Junior Triathlon Championships, I eventually chose to focus solely on cycling. My early years were far from glamorous — back to back 70th place finishes in the Junior Tour of Wales reflected my determination, but also my initial struggles to compete at a higher level.
Over time, I progressed steadily through the category and ranking system. After finishing my education, I was able to commit more fully to training, and by practising what I preach, I developed from an average rider into a competitor at the highest level. That journey led to victories at UCI road races, Track World Cup wins, and becoming a National and UK Team Time Trial record holder over 10 miles.
Competing at the top level while being self managed added another layer of experience. With Team KGF, we pushed the boundaries of performance and race execution, helping reshape what was possible in elite track cycling through innovation and tactical insight.
Palmares;
UCI 2.HC Tour of Qinghai Lake - stage win
UCI 2.2 Tour of Morocco - stage win
UCI 2.2 Tour of Al Zubarah - prologue win
UCI 2.1 Tour of Taiwan – stage placing of 4th
West Midlands Divisional Road Race Champion 2015
East Midlands Divisional Road Race Champion 2017
BC Points – Over 3500!
National Team Pursuit Champion 2017
Track World Cup Semi Final Winning time of 3:57.1
10 mile TT PB (18.25)
Education
As someone with a strong interest in the mechanisms of performance sport, I have focused my education on the sciences from A-levels through to postgraduate study. I graduated from the University of Central Lancashire with a 2:1 in Sport and Exercise Science, completing modules in biomechanics, physiology, ergonomics, sport performance psychology, and a dissertation on the performance benefits of elliptical chainrings.
Pursuing a career in sport science has always been my objective, so after completing my undergraduate degree, I went on to study for a Master’s in Applied Sport Science at the University of Worcester. This included modules in the limitations of human performance, methods of measurement, performance enhancement, and research methods.
The science behind the sport remains central to my approach. I regularly review academic literature to broaden my knowledge and stay up to date with the latest training methods. Through my coaching, education, and sporting background, I have built strong relationships with experts across the field, giving me access to leading talent, knowledge, and facilities.
