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At District Sports, our team is at the heart of everything we do.
We’re a team of experienced, enthusiastic coaches who deliver high-quality PE, school sport and holiday provision across Plymouth. Every session is planned, inclusive, and delivered with high standards - so children feel confident, active and involved.
At District Sports, our coaching team brings experience, professionalism and genuine enthusiasm to every session. We create a safe, structured and positive environment where children build confidence, develop skills and enjoy being active.
All coaches are experienced in working with primary-aged children and are committed to delivering high-quality sessions that are inclusive, engaging and development-focused.
Lewis Russell
Business Manager & Head Coach
Lewis leads delivery across schools and programmes, ensuring every session is high-quality, consistent and engaging. He’s known for building strong relationships with pupils and Schools for creating sessions that help children improve skills, confidence and teamwork.
Specialisms: Curriculum PE delivery • Behaviour & engagement • Multi-sport coaching
Coaching style: Positive, structured, energetic
What parents/schools love: Clear communication and reliable delivery ✅
📩 Email: lewis@districtsportsplymouth.org
📱 Phone: 07854 608965
Steve Fowler
Business Manager & Head Coach
Steve focuses on making sure every child leaves sessions feeling included, motivated and proud of their progress. He supports schools with PE delivery that’s structured, curriculum aware and enjoyable and is especially strong at building confidence in children who may be less sporty at first.
Specialisms: Confidence-building • Skill progression • Inclusive coaching
Coaching style:
High energy, consistent, high standards
What parents/schools love: Children stay engaged and behaviours improve 👊
📩 Email: steve@districtsportsplymouth.org
📱 Phone: 07738 423048
Sam Mullin
Business Manager & Head Coach
Sam brings great energy to sessions and helps children feel comfortable quickly especially those who are shy or unsure. He creates a supportive environment where children can try new skills, enjoy being active, and build confidence through sport.
Specialisms: Engagement • Leadership • Confidence & Communication
Coaching style: Encouraging, upbeat, approachable
What parents/schools love: Great rapport with children, well organised with clear communication ⭐
📩 Email: sam@districtsportsplymouth.org
📱 Phone: 07969 488574
Charlie Knight
Coach
Charlie is known for delivering sessions that balance fun with real improvement. He supports children to develop core movement skills and confidence, while keeping sessions inclusive and engaging for all abilities.
Specialisms: Skill development • Inclusive games • Progression-based sessions
Coaching style: Supportive, clear, consistent
What parents/schools love: Strong coaching + great session flow ⚡
Ben Colwill
Coach
Ben is a highly positive coach who delivers fun, fast-paced sessions with clear routines. He’s great at keeping children active and focused, and he brings a strong team spirit to every session and event.
Specialisms: Active games • Communication and delivery • Motivation & teamwork
Coaching style: High-energy, friendly, structured, diplomatic
What parents/schools love: Sessions are fun, organised, and well-managed ✅
What you can expect from every District Sports coach
✅ Safe & professional
DBS-checked, safeguarding trained, and structured delivery you can rely on.
✅ Confident, inclusive coaching
We adapt activities so every child can take part and feel successful.
✅ High standards, every session
Positive behaviour, clear routines, and sessions that keep children engaged.
We create an environment where children feel:
• Welcomed
• Supported
• Confident to try new things
We focus on fun first, skill second.
Whether your child is new to sports or already confident, our team adapts sessions so every child can develop and feel successful.
Our coaches hold a range of relevant certifications, including:
• First Aid
• Safeguarding
• National Governing Body (NGB) coaching qualifications
• PE & Sport qualifications
We’re committed to continuous professional development to deliver the best possible experiences for children.