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English coach, athlete and language learner!

​Hey there! I'm Ashley. 


I know firsthand the impact that language can have on your sports performance. Competing at a national or international level means engaging with a diverse range of people, and English is often the common thread that unites us. 

Whether you’re strategizing with your team, conducting interviews, or connecting with other athletes or fans, English is a vital tool.

 

My goal is to help athletes and sports professionals like you break away from language barriers, so you can achieve your full potential, both in your professional and personal life.

Lifelong Athlete 

My journey in sports began at age three with competitive swimming, leading me through basketball, soccer, and softball.
 
In 2006, I moved from North Carolina to Southern Spain, where I discovered my true passions: adventure racing and orienteering.

 

Now, I compete in endurance races that blend mountain biking, trail running, kayaking, and exciting activities like climbing and canyoning.

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Empathizing Through Experience

As a language learner like you, I’ve navigated the challenges of speaking another language and competing in sports where I had to speak my second language, Spanish. 

 

This allows me to truly empathize with my clients' struggles and celebrate their small (and big!) wins.

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The Breakaway Advantage

In cycling, "breakaway" riders surge ahead of the main pack with courage and determination.

By strengthening your English skills, you can break away from language barriers and thrive in both your personal and athletic journeys.

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Practical Skills with Relevant Language

Develop skills that empower you to communicate clearly in high-pressure situations, foster meaningful connections with other people in sports, and truly stand out in your field.

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Tailored Expertise

I use my 20 years of experience in language education and my Masters degree in teaching foreign languages to design engaging, learner-centered programs focused on relevant, functional language for the sports world.

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Form Meaningful Connections

Confidently engage with international teammates, coaches, and other competitors. Seize chances for interviews and networking that can elevate your sports career.

Join me!

Are you ready to break away from language barriers and feel more connected in the sports world? Together, we’ll train and strengthen your English skills to empower you in both your personal and athletic journeys.

 

With my experience and passion, I’m here to support you every step of the way.  

"If you want a teacher who is friendly, flexible and who really cares that you learn, you've found her. Ashley is truly committed to her work and is willing to give you all the materials and activities you need to improve your level of English.  She is helping me to improve my English, but she is also helping me practice for an important job interview.  Totally a 10!"

Elba M. - Galicia, Spain

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