“As the demand for his services grew, Anthony envisioned a coaching and mentoring approach based on the best available scientific evidence, combined with a high-level of practical experience and common sense” Anthony Walsh is the founder and Director of A1 Coaching. He grew up in a house enveloped by a love of cycling and it became a core part of his life from an early age. Anthony’s father was a bike mechanic and his apprenticeship began at an early age, working on bikes long into the night in a makeshift garage in the family home. Anthony’s father was also a true fan of the sport and Anthony absorbed a love and appreciation for the sport that would one day turn into his profession. Anthony has been described as a ‘true practitioner’ – having viewed the sport from diverse perspectives. Anthony’s journey has seem him transition from fan to local success story. And from professional athlete to one of the World’s leading coaches.