About EKC

Elite Kids Coaching is a team of Physical Education specialists based in Yorkshire, working in partnership with schools to deliver high-quality PE provision. We are passionate about helping children develop a lifelong love of sport and physical activity through engaging, inclusive and well-structured programmes.

We provide a comprehensive sports coaching programme for primary school pupils, designed to support physical development, build confidence and encourage positive social skills. Our sessions are fun, purposeful and accessible to children of all abilities, ensuring every child feels supported and motivated to take part.

At Elite Kids Coaching, we believe sport plays a vital role in promoting healthy lifestyles, wellbeing and personal growth. Our approach focuses on enjoyment, skill development and teamwork, helping children to reach their full potential both in and out of the classroom.

We offer a wide variety of sports, alongside Forest School sessions and school festivals, giving pupils the opportunity to experience new activities and challenges in a safe and encouraging environment.

Our coaching team is made up of dedicated professionals led by Ryan Hudson, former professional rugby player, alongside Wayne Goodwin, former professional rugby player and Business Manager. Together, they bring extensive experience, leadership and a shared commitment to delivering outstanding PE and sports provision in schools.

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Meet the Team

  • Ryan Hudson

    Director

    Ryan, aka Raz, is the leader of our amazing team. With a rugby background, Raz is passionate about physical education and inspiring the next generation through PE!

    Raz’s favourite pre camp snack is a cheeky sweet (or two).

  • Wayne Godwin (Business Manager)

    Wayne, aka Wagga, is passionate about supporting primary schools with high-quality PE specialists while still staying hands-on in teaching and coaching. He loves bringing energy, enthusiasm, and a focus on impact to every lesson, making sure children are learning, progressing, and having fun at the same time.

    Wagga’s favourite pre camp snack is a Grenade protein bar

  • Tomas Phipps (Operations Manager)

    Tomas is our head of operations at Elite Kids Coaching. He said the best part about his role is being able to facilitate PE to over 60 primary schools on a weekly basis which has a great impact of children's wellbeing through sport

    Tomas’ best pre camp snack is Poached eggs , avocado, bacon, and chilli flakes on toast.

  • Danny Hall (Head of Camps)

    Danny is our head of camps. He enjoys making a positive impact on children’s physical activity. He loves seeing them have fun while learning new skills and growing in confidence. He said it’s really rewarding to know he is helping them enjoy sport and stay active.

    Pre camp snack: Golden syrup porridge

  • Alex Whightman (Head of Rugby Camps/Multi-Sports Camp coordinator)

    Alex is our head of rugby camps. Alex enjoys travelling to a large number of grassroot rugby league teams & coaching hundreds of children every week. 

    His preferred pre camp snack would be poached eggs on toast. 

  • Mark Jacklin (Head of Forest School)

    Mark loves working outside in different seasons: listening to the birds, watching wild animals, identifying plants. He also love sharing his love of nature and my passion for Bushcrafts with pupils- seeing their delight when they achieve something or find out some new fascinating information. Forest School is a space which everyone can enjoy, relax and engage with nature. Mark says if you haven't tasted a campfire donut you haven't lived! To be honest, all food cooked over an open fire outside tastes great!

  • Bekah Maybury (Head of Dance and Gymnastics)

    Bekah is our dance and gymnastics queen! The highlight of her role for Bekah is encouraging and giving space for children to be creative as well as building their confidence them in both dance and gymnastics.

    Her go to pre camp snack is a berry porridge bowl, so tasty!!!

  • Helen Waudby (Finance & HR manager DSL & GDPR)

    Helen is our admin queen. Helen loves the variety of my role and the desire to help the EKC team reach 1 million kids a week. Helen has never worked with a team so driven and working to the same goal. It makes coming to work something she looks forward to.

    Helen’s best pre camp snack is anything chocolate!