Events, Workshops & Performance Talks
Events, Workshops & Performance Talks
At Venture Performance, helping people improve doesn’t stop with one-to-one coaching. Alongside our coaching, sports therapy and bike fitting services, we occasionally host educational events, workshops and performance talks designed to help runners, cyclists and active individuals develop their knowledge and confidence.
Many of these events take place at our performance studio in Berkhamsted, while others may be delivered in collaboration with local clubs, organisations or suitable venues. Rather than following a fixed schedule, events are organised throughout the year as opportunities arise, allowing us to focus on delivering relevant, practical sessions that provide genuine value.
Whether you’re looking to improve your training, understand injury prevention, or learn more about endurance performance, our events are designed to give you practical knowledge that you can apply straight away.
Learn From Real Experience
Every workshop and educational session is shaped by real-world experience.
Doug Coleman spent more than a decade competing as an elite cyclist before transitioning into coaching, sports massage therapy and performance support. Today, he works with everyone from beginners taking on their first challenge to experienced athletes preparing for major competitions.
Rather than focusing on theory alone, our events aim to provide practical advice based on years of coaching, competition and working with athletes across a wide range of disciplines.
If you’d like to learn more about Doug’s background and coaching philosophy, visit our About page.
The Types of Events We May Offer
While every event is different, sessions are typically designed to help athletes better understand the principles behind effective training, recovery and performance.
Running Workshops
Our running workshops are designed for runners of all abilities, whether you’re preparing for your first 10K or building towards an ultra-distance event.
Topics may include
- Marathon and half marathon preparation
- Trail and ultra running
- Injury prevention and rehabilitation
- Training load and recovery
- Strength and conditioning for runners
- Building long-term consistency
- Running technique and movement
The focus is always on providing practical advice that can be applied to everyday training.
Cycling Workshops
Cycling workshops explore the factors that help riders become stronger, more efficient and more comfortable on the bike.
Sessions may cover
- Bike fitting principles
- Training structure
- Event preparation
- Endurance performance
- Riding position and comfort
- Recovery strategies
- Equipment selection
Whether you’re preparing for a sportive, time trial or endurance challenge, these workshops are designed to help you make informed decisions about your training.
Performance Talks
Educational talks provide an opportunity to explore wider topics surrounding movement, health and performance.
Depending on the audience, talks may include subjects such as
- Preventing common injuries
- Returning to sport after setbacks
- Building sustainable training habits
- Strength and conditioning
- Recovery and performance
- Balancing sport with everyday life
These sessions are suitable for sports clubs, community groups and organisations looking to provide practical, evidence-informed education.
Practical Learning Sessions
Some events may include practical demonstrations alongside classroom-based learning.
Depending on the subject, this could include
- Movement assessments
- Running biomechanics
- Footwear guidance
- Custom orthotics
- Strength and conditioning exercises
- Bike setup and positioning
- Performance assessments
Content is tailored to the aims of each event, ensuring participants leave with knowledge they can confidently apply.
Who Our Events Are For
Whether you’re new to your sport or have years of experience, our aim is to make complex topics easier to understand and apply.
Our workshops and talks are suitable for a wide range of people, including
- Recreational runners
- Competitive athletes
- Cyclists of all abilities
- Endurance competitors
- Coaches
- Healthcare professionals
- Anyone looking to better understand movement, training and performance
Supporting Your Development Beyond The Event
An event or workshop can be a valuable starting point, but lasting progress comes from applying what you’ve learned consistently over time.
Many people who attend our educational sessions go on to explore our wider services, including coaching, sports therapy, bike fitting and strength and conditioning support.
For regular insights on training, recovery and performance, you can also browse our Newsletters, where Doug shares practical advice drawn from his work with runners and cyclists.
Built On Experience & Proven Results
Everything discussed during our workshops reflects the same approach used in day-to-day coaching and client support.
Rather than relying on trends or generic advice, every recommendation is shaped by practical experience working with athletes pursuing a wide variety of goals.
Interested In Future Events?
While we don’t run events on a fixed schedule, new workshops, talks and educational sessions are announced throughout the year as opportunities arise.
Many of our events take place in Berkhamsted, with additional opportunities available through local clubs, organisations and community partnerships. If there’s a particular topic you’d like to learn more about, or you’re interested in attending a future workshop, we’d be pleased to hear from you.
You can also get in touch if you’re looking for a guest speaker, educational session or practical workshop for your club, workplace or organisation.