TURN EVERY MILE INTO A MILESTONE
South Wales’ leading endurance coach delivering elite race preparation, structured run programming, and private 1-2-1 athlete coaching. Built for runners who are serious about results.
Athletes Coached
Miles Logged
Goal Achievement
Meet Your Coach
Steve Morris is a former Paralympian, certified athletics performance specialist, and one of South Wales’ most trusted distance running coaches with athletes training across Cardiff, Newport, Penarth, Barry, Pontypridd, Aberdare, and Tonypandy.
His coaching philosophy is built on one principle: precision over guesswork. Every programme is grounded in structured run programming, real race data, and a genuine understanding of what everyday athletes need to perform at their best.
From beginner half marathon support to advanced endurance athlete coaching Steve doesn’t just write plans. He runs them alongside you.
The Perfect Plan For you
Membership Package
Track Athletes with 1-2-1 PT
£80
/Per month
The complete performance package. Designed for competitors who want structured, coach-led track work combined with dedicated personal training for runners all under one programme.
- 3 coached track sessions per week
- Online strength and conditioning for runners
- Weekly Zoom performance reviews
Timetable:
- Tue — 10am–11am & 6pm–7pm
- Thu — 10am–11am & 6pm–7pm
- Sat — 10am–11am
Cardiff Met Cyncoed Campus — National Indoor Centre
Membership Package
Track Athletes
£60
/Per month
Focused, competitive, and built around results. Ideal for athletes targeting race-day preparation with consistent structured sessions and monthly coaching check-ins.
- 2 coached track sessions per week
- Monthly Zoom catch-up to review progress and adapt your plan
- Tuesday 10:00am – 11:00am & 6:00pm – 7:00pm
- Thursday 10:00am – 11:00am & 6:00pm – 7:00pm
- Saturday / Sunday 10:00am – 11:00am (depends on race day)
Cardiff Met Cyncoed Campus — National Indoor Centre
Membership Package
Fun Runners
£30
/Per month
The friendliest entry point into structured running and the most social. Our community running group welcomes athletes of every level from across the region, including Barry, Penarth, Pontypridd, Aberdare, and Tonypandy.
- 4 group sessions per week
- Sunday long easy group run
- Coffee & cake after Sunday long run
- Mon – 10am community session (Cardiff area)
- Tue – Track session 10am–11am & 6pm–7pm
- Wed – 10am community session (Cardiff area)
- Thu – Track session 10am–11am & 6pm–7pm
- Fri – 10am community session (Cardiff area)
- Sat – Track session 10am–11am
- Sun – 10am long run day
Cardiff area confirmed weekly via WhatsApp group
Running Session
800m to 5000m Track Session 1-2-1
£15
/Per session
A private, coach-led track session engineered to sharpen your pace mechanics and race-specific speed. Distances tailored to your current event focus and performance targets.
- Personal 1-2-1 track session
- 800m to 5000m distance range
- Full technical coaching on pace, form, and race strategy
Running Session
Runners Strength Training
£45
/Per session
Purpose-built strength and conditioning for runners who want to run faster, longer, and injury-free. This isn’t a generic gym session — every movement is selected to make you a better athlete.
- Fully private, personalised session
- One-to-one coaching aligned to your training cycle
- Reduces injury risk, improves power output, and complements your road or track programme
Running Session
1-2-1 Road Sessions
£10
/Per session
Expert-led endurance coaching at your pace, on your terrain. Ideal for athletes in Newport, Penarth, or Barry who want a private running trainer without the commute to a track.
- Coached at your current pace and ability level
- Perfect for building aerobic base and long-run consistency
- Available across Cardiff and surrounding South Wales locations
Join Our Running Community
Two dedicated WhatsApp groups. One goal: keep you moving, motivated, and improving no matter your level.
Fun Runners & Road Sessions
A welcoming, low-pressure space for social runners across Cardiff, Penarth, Barry, Pontypridd, Aberdare, Newport, and Tonypandy. Get session updates, training tips, and the kind of encouragement that actually gets you out the door.
Track & Field Performance Group (800m, 1500m, 5000m)
Reserved for athletes in structured programmes. Receive session plans, direct access to your endurance coach, race-day preparation updates, and expert performance guidance between sessions.
BUILT BY A RUNNER, FOR RUNNERS
From your first half marathon to your fastest 5000m, SM Athletic Performance exists because elite coaching shouldn’t be reserved for elite athletes. Steve has competed at the highest level. Now he brings that experience, that discipline, and that standard directly to you. Your milestone is one decision away.
YOUR PERFORMANCE ROAD MAP
Onboarding Assessment
Before a single session is planned, we build a complete picture of you your fitness history, current ability, race goals, and lifestyle. This is what separates genuine athlete coaching from generic plans you find online.
Custom Plan Creation
Your programme is built from scratch. Training structure, weekly mileage, race calendar integration, and nutrition guidance all tailored to your goal, your schedule, and the terrain you train on across South Wales.
Train & Track Progress
Every week, your programme evolves with you. Coaching support, performance tracking, and regular reviews mean you're always progressing whether you're targeting a beginner marathon or chasing advanced endurance performance.
Hit Your Milestone
Race day doesn't arrive as a surprise. It arrives as a confirmation. You've done the work, followed the structure, and trusted the process. Now you show up faster, stronger, and more prepared than you've ever been.
WHAT OUR ATHLETES SAY
ARE YOU READY
TO FEEL EMPOWERED
SM Athletic Performance is South Wales’ most dedicated athletics coaching service — trusted by 500+ athletes from Cardiff to Tonypandy, from Penarth to Pontypridd. Whether you need a structured marathon training plan, private endurance coaching, or a community to run with we have a programme built exactly for you.