About us

Our Approach

Maximum Effort Speed & Strength Academy offers specialised track and field coaching in Sydney's northern suburbs. We welcome motivated individuals ready to achieve their athletic goals and dreams. Our comprehensive approach helps athletes become more resilient, stronger, and better performers while improving communication skills.

Our Expert Coaches

Ryan Dowling - Technical Director of Track & Field

Ryan brings extensive experience as both an elite athlete and coach to our academy:

  • International competitor in 110m hurdles (13.65sec)
  • Accomplished sprinter (100m/10.27s, 200m/20.80s)
  • AA Level 3 Performance Development Coach accreditation
  • Grad. Dip. Sports Management (Talent Identification - ACPE 2025)
  • Years of hands-on experience with multiple coaching methodologies
  • Double World Masters Gold Medallist 400m Hurdles / 4x100m Relay (2024)
  • Australian Masters Athletics - Most Outstanding Male Athlete of the Year (2025)

Ashley McMahon - Technical Director of Data & Performance

Ashley combines elite athletic achievement with technical expertise:

  • Double World Masters Silver medallist (100m/10.65sec, 200m/22.03sec)
  • World Masters Gold Medallist - 4x100m Relay (2024)
  • National record holder (Open Men's Indoor 4 x 200m)
  • 16 consecutive years running sub-11 seconds in the 100m (age 29-45)
  • NSW State Champion in Olympic Lifts across multiple divisions
  • ICT Database Specialist for Athletics NSW

Our Data-Driven Advantage

We leverage advanced analytics to optimise athlete development:

  • Comprehensive data collection and analysis
  • Predictive modelling for programming optimisation
  • Individualised training based on performance metrics
  • Detailed athlete screening to identify strengths and weaknesses
  • Specialised mobility programming and targeted interventions

Our academy also offers carefully selected products that support athletic performance and recovery, all available through our integrated online platform.

We welcome the opportunity to discuss how we can help you achieve your athletic potential. The secret to getting ahead is getting started.