kate Staples MBE

Kate Staples MBE is the driving force behind Aspire to Greatness, which is all the more remarkable when you know that she broke her neck during her time on Gladiators and underwent life saving surgery.

A former Great Britain athlete and British pole vault record holder, and one of the original TV Gladiators, Kate competed at the very highest level before moving into coaching and fitness. With more than 25 years as a personal trainer, she brings a rare combination of elite athletic knowledge, movement expertise, strength development and holistic wellbeing to her coaching.

Kate is deeply passionate about young people, and about getting everyone active, using sport as a tool for both mental and physical health. Her sessions build speed, coordination, athletic movement, strength, mobility and confidence, giving athletes of all ages and abilities strong foundations for life, and she creates engaging, inclusive and motivating environments where every athlete can thrive. 

It’s that same belief, that sport can transform lives, that led Kate to build Daley Thompson Academies alongside Daley Thompson CBE himself, who today remains an ambassador for ATG. Her leadership, experience and enthusiasm make her an invaluable part of the coaching team, and a positive influence on athletes both on and off the track.