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Johnny Wilson – Director & Principal Fad Saoil Coach

Johnny Wilson, the founder of Nottingham Physio, is a leader in the field of Sport & Exercise Medicine with over 20 years of experience. His extensive background spans professional football, endurance sports, and the care of masters athletes, making him a sports and exercise medicine practitioner.

Johnny has worked with athletes at all levels, from weekend warriors to elite athletes in international competitions, helping them enhance performance and recover from injuries.

Johnny's Professional Career

A career spanning over 20 years caring for the best athletes in the world.

Education and Expertise

Johnny’s qualifications include a Master’s in Sport & Exercise Medicine from the University of Nottingham, a BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy from St. George’s University of London, and a BSc (Hons) in Sport Science from St. Mary’s University College. He also holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Manual Therapy with MACP accreditation. Johnny’s continuous learning and innovative approach to physiotherapy make him a recognised expert in the field, and he has contributed to multiple scientific journals and professional books on sports injury management and rehabilitation.

Leadership in Elite Sports

Johnny has been deeply involved in the world of professional football, holding key leadership roles as Head of Medical Departments for Notts County FC, Scunthorpe United, Chesterfield FC, and FC Halifax Town. During his time in these roles, Johnny oversaw the medical care, injury prevention, and rehabilitation of first-team squads, ensuring athletes performed at their peak while minimising injury risks. He also served as the Medical Lead for the England Masters Football Team, leading the medical efforts during two World Cup campaigns.

Johnny’s expertise has also been recognised at the highest level of sports administration. He was honoured to contribute to the Premier League Medical Board during the COVID-19 pandemic. As part of this board, Johnny collaborated with top sports medicine professionals to establish protocols that ensured player safety and wellbeing during this critical period.

Inspiring Audiences

Johnny’s work in football medicine has led him to speak on prestigious international stages, including FC Barcelona, where he was invited to share his expertise on hamstring injuries in football. His time in the professional football sphere honed his skills in injury management, team leadership, and high-pressure decision-making.

Founding Nottingham Physio and Fad Saoil

Johnny Wilson, Director of Nottingham Physio and principal Fad Saoil coach

Caring for the people of Nottingham

As the Founder and Clinical Director of Nottingham Physio, Johnny has built a practice that combines cutting-edge physiotherapy techniques with a holistic approach to patient care. The clinic's services range from manual therapy and acupuncture to clinical running gait analysis and shockwave therapy.

Fad Saoil

As Director and principal coach of Fad Saoil, Johnny brings together personalised strength and conditioning, nutrition, sleep, recovery and ongoing support to help adults aged 30+ build sustainable health and performance. Coaching is available online, face to face or through a hybrid approach. Select this section to explore Fad Saoil and book a 15-minute discovery call.

Working With Masters Athletes

Johnny has a deep passion for working with masters athletes—those over the age of 35 who continue to pursue athletic goals with intensity. His approach focuses on maintaining health, performance, and longevity, tailoring programmes that incorporate injury prevention, metabolic health strategies, bone density maintenance, and mental resilience. Johnny’s holistic care plans help masters athletes stay active and competitive well into their later years.

Expert Coaching For Endurance Athletes

Johnny’s expertise extends into endurance sports, where he has worked with cyclists, runners, triathletes, and swimmers. Whether guiding an athlete through their first ultra-marathon or preparing a triathlete for a full-distance Ironman event, Johnny’s bespoke training programmes help athletes reach their full potential while maintaining optimal health and recovery.

Passion for the Gaelic Games

Head Development Coaching Officer for London

During Johnny's tenure as the Head Development Officer for London, he played a key role in promoting and developing Gaelic Games across London, a city with a rich history of GAA involvement. The role also included the strategic development of a comprehensive coaching curriculum tailored to the needs of both beginners and seasoned players. Johnny’s current focus is on developing and implementing a structured coaching curriculum to provide clear, progressive pathways for Coaches & Players of all ages and skill levels. The curriculum is designed to enable coaches to effectively teach the fundamental skills and strategies of Gaelic Football and Hurling by incorporating modern coaching techniques and sports science principles - making it one of the most progressive programmes in the sport.

Leading Coaches to Perform

Implementing this curriculum, Johnny led a team of over 50 coaches under his direct supervision. This team was crucial in delivering high-quality coaching across clubs and schools throughout London. Johnny provided ongoing training, mentorship, and support to these coaches, ensuring that they were equipped to inspire and develop the next generation of GAA athletes. His leadership helped to foster a strong community of coaches who were committed to the growth of Gaelic Games, resulting in increased participation and improved performance levels across the board.

Professional standards and further reading

Johnny’s clinical work and coaching are informed by physiotherapy, sport and exercise medicine, rehabilitation and performance practice. You can learn more about regulated physiotherapy through the HCPC Register and the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy’s patient information.

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