Frederic Sadys

Biography

Frederic Sadys has extensive experience in coach education, high-performance sport, and the development of elite athletes.

A former lecturer at the University of Paris V René Descartes, Frederic joined the Institut National du Sport, de l’Expertise et de la Performance (INSEP) in 2003. He was the first co-director of the Master’s degree in Training of High-Level Athletes and, since 2009, has led the DESJEPS qualification in sports coaching.

Frederic plays a key role in the development of high-level coach education in France, working in partnership with around 15 national sport federations to support the development of elite coaches. He is also Director of the Executive Master’s in High Performance Coaching, contributing to the continuing professional development of senior sports leaders.

As a swimming coach, Frederic has supported numerous young athletes in progressing to elite level, including national finals and podium finishes.  He has served on the Board of the International Council for Coaching Excellence since 2013.