Richard Holmes - Centre Manager Playing for Success, Gloucester Rugby Club.

Richard manages Playing for Success at Gloucester Rugby. In addition to his role as centre manager, he has recently trained as a ‘Critical Friend’ and offers guidance to schools in the development study support provision. He is a trained practitioner in neuro linguistic psychology, and a member of the Institute NLP. As a fellow of the ‘University of the First Age’ and an accredited trainer for Edward De Bono’s ‘Six Thinking Hats’ and ‘CoRT1’ he is has a wide range of experience and knowledge of teaching thinking skills. In addition to this Richard has recently established ‘happiVERSITY’, a course specifically designed for students to explore emotional wellbeing. He is also a founding member for the Centre of Applied Positive Psychology. Richard has also worked in commercial radio and organised overseas expeditions for adults with disabilities. His lively fast paced delivery ensures fun interactive sessions for both students and adults.

Tim Miles -
Transport and Health and Safety Co-ordinator Playing for Success, Gloucester Rugby Club.

Tim has only recently joined the team to take over from Tony who retired from Playing for Success last summer. Not only will you meet Tim during sessions at the centre, but you might bumb into him on match days at Kingsholm as he is also a steward (so don't upset him!!!).

Emma Taylor - Centre Tutor Playing for Success, Gloucester Rugby Club.

Emma is the Centre Tutor at Playing for Success. After a successful career as a school teacher, Emma joined the team to expand her experience in working with children and young people. She is a passionate Forest Green Rovers Fan, but we have forgiven her for that!