

Here are a few testimonials from our players in 2010/2011:
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'I'm now a stronger, fitter and more skilled player. The Academy also helped me grow as a person - I'm more confident and happier. Also, I'm no longer fat!' Bryan Judd, Centurion, South Africa |
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'The Academy has been an amazing experience both in rugby and personal development for me. I'm far fitter and stronger than even before and my skills have improved a lot, thanks to great coaching. The Mount is a fantastic spot by the beach. I would recommend the Inside Running Academy to any player of any level looking to improve. It's the experience of a lifetime.' Tom Weatherell, Sydney, Australia |
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'Being part of the Inside Running Academy has been a truly enjoyable and rewarding experience. It has given me the opportunity to know what it takes to become a professional rugby player.' Rafael_Guimaraes, Birmingham, England |
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'Since beginning the academy I have seen a lot of improvement in my rugby. Particularly in identifying what the core roles are of my position and also in physical development. My strength, power and fitness levels have all increased substantially over the past three months. I recommend the Inside Running Academy to any young aspiring rugby players to see what it is like to live as a professional' Keepa Mewett, Sydney, Australia |
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'I am real pleased with my selection in the Bay of Plenty U20 representative side, this way I will get to play against some of the best players in NZ in my age group. I have really enjoyed the training and in particular training with the Steamers on occasions. You get to see that they are no different and enjoy a laugh' Josh Walker, Bury St Edmunds, England |
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'The scenery is the same as the local ladies... Amazing!! The coaching level and facilities are at such a high standard that I have been able to achieve my goals in relation to strength, speed and fitness' Robert Hunter, Scotland |
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'My time at the Inside Running Academy has been extremely enjoyable and rewarding. The tough conditioning, and skill specific training has equipped me enough to excel in NZ premiership rugby and ultimately has led to my selection in the Bay of Plenty Development squad. I leave this academy as a fitter, faster, stronger and more knowledgeable rugby player' Pingi Talaapitaga, Sydney, Australia |
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'The Inside Running Academy has been great for development my work and know how in the gym. The facilities also help make this possible, while training with the Steamers makes you eager to perform better. The rugby at my club Rangataua was at a good level and the club was great to be part of' Andrew Duncan, Scotland |
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'I have thoroughly enjoyed my stay here. It gives players the opportunity to experience what it takes to become a professional rugby player. It has helped me develop my skills especially in relation to 'ruck cleanout'. In my short stay I have also develop physically putting on 5kg in a short period of 4 weeks. I have also made friends and had lots of fun' Dom Sing, Hong Kong |