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Strength, power, speed and conditioning for athletes and team sports, built on the research EPI teaches on its Strength & Conditioning courses in Ireland and internationally.

Elite Performance Institute: a strength and conditioning coach leading a session in an EPI course venue, with 500+ courses, 5,000+ coaches and 13+ countries since 2012

Elite Performance Institute: 500 Courses, 5,000 Coaches and 13 Countries Since 2012

Elite Performance Institute (EPI): founded in Ireland in 2012, 500+ courses delivered and more than 5,000 coaches certified across 13+ countries.
Online or in-person strength and conditioning certification: a coach in an Elite Performance Institute shirt leading a group session in the gym

Online or In-Person Strength and Conditioning Certification: Which One Actually Suits You

Online or in-person strength and conditioning certification: what each format can and cannot assess, and which one actually suits your situation.
Which credential do employers actually ask for: an EPI coach leading a strength and conditioning session with a group of athletes in the gym

CSCS, UKSCA ASCC and the NCSC: Which Strength and Conditioning Credential Do Employers Actually Ask For?

How the CSCS, UKSCA ASCC and NCSC differ in cost, entry requirements and recognition — and which one employers actually ask for.
How to become a strength and conditioning coach: a coach supervising an athlete through a hinge drill during a practical assessment

How to Become a Strength and Conditioning Coach: Routes, Qualifications and What Employers Actually Ask For

The three routes into strength and conditioning coaching — degree, certification and in-service — what each one costs you in time, and what employers actually ask for.

Choosing A Strength & Conditioning Course in Dublin?

Learn what to look for in a Dublin S&C course, including tutor expertise, programming depth and supervised coaching.
Your First Strength & Conditioning Course

Your First Strength & Conditioning Course: What to Expect (Ireland and Northern Ireland)

Discover what to expect from your first S&C course, from practical coaching sessions to preparation and next steps.
S&C Courses for Sports Coaches in Ireland

Strength & Conditioning Courses for Sports Coaches in Ireland: GAA, Rugby and Team Sport

Explore what GAA, rugby and team-sport coaches need to develop stronger, faster players and plan training around the season.
Hands-On Strength & Conditioning Course Formats Compared

How Much Hands-On Coaching Should A S&C Course Include? Weekend, Blended and Online Formats Compared

Compare weekend, blended and online S&C courses to find the right balance of hands-on coaching and flexibility.
Strength & Conditioning Courses in Belfast and Northern Ireland

Strength & Conditioning Courses in Belfast and Northern Ireland: Options, Costs and Value

Explore strength and conditioning courses in Belfast and Northern Ireland, compare costs and qualifications, and find the right option for your coaching goals.
S&C Course Prices in Ireland for 2027

S&C Course Prices in Ireland for 2027: What You Get for Your Money and How to Fund It

Compare strength and conditioning course prices in Ireland for 2027, understand what’s included, and explore funding options to support your coaching career.

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PHASE 1 · 3 DAYS

Phase 1 S&C Course

The foundations: screening, testing, speed, Olympic lifting, plyometrics and program design.

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€595

FULL NCSC · 6 DAYS

NCSC

Phase 1 and Phase 2 plus the online exam. Ireland’s industry-standard S&C qualification.

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€1,200

YSCC · 3 DAYS

Youth S&C Course

Long-term athletic development for athletes aged 6 to 17.

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€595

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