About Richard Gibney

Richard Gibney is a highly accomplished Strength and Conditioning Coach with over a decade of experience in the field of sports performance. Richard is committed to helping others achieve their goals through continual professional development and the sharing of knowledge. Richard is also an experienced public speaker with engagements ranging from special education classes to international conferences. He prides himself not only on helping to create great athletes but also great people.

Throughout his years of coaching, Richard has had the opportunity to work with a broad demographic of clients including world and Olympic level athetes, NHL players and inspiring up-and-comers. He has created strength and conditioning programs for national level teams across a wide range of disciplines including raquet sports, swimming, skating and martial arts. Richard continues to push the boundries of sports innovation and relies on a thoughtful, balanced approach to training.

Richard founded Human Fuse Strength and Conditioning on the philosophy that everyone is an athlete. Whether the client is an NHL hockey player or weekend warrior, the same standards are adhered to. Injury screening, movement education and wellness coaching are integral to Richard’s training philosophy.

Richard grew up in Edmonton, Alberta and competed as a national level badminton player on the Canadian circuit. As such, he understands the demands and stress of competition and excels at mentoring young athletes in balancing the conflicting priorities associated with high levels of contest. Richard is also passionate about community building and volunteer work, donating his time and expertise to numerous charity events over the years. Furthermore, he loves mentoring other fitness professionals and delights in any opportunity to share his expertise.

Education and Certifications

·      Bachelor of Physical Education (concentration in Exercise Physiology and Sports Performance), University of Alberta

·      CSCS, National Strength and Conditioning Association

·      FMS Level 1

·      Performance Specialist, EXOS

·      Strength Training Theory Level II, Central Institute for Human Performance

·      National Coaching Certification Program

o   Level 2 Badminton

o   Level 2 Soccer

o   Level 1 Olympic Weightlifiting

·      TRX Suspension Trainer

·      AED + CPR Basic Rescuer 

·      Standard First Aid

Photography: Phil Crozier