MEET OUR COACH

Falcon Athletics is Abu Dhabi’s premier sports academy, dedicated to specialized athletic development and high-performance coaching across the UAE.

We are committed to nurturing talent, fostering community engagement, and delivering world-class sports programs.

Leadership

Youssef Rochdi
Founder & Head Coach, Falcon Athletics Academy

Youssef Rochdi is the driving force behind Falcon Athletics Academy and a premier specialist in long-distance running. With a career defined by technical excellence and a passion for human performance, Youssef holds the prestigious World Athletics Level 5 Coaching Diploma the highest international certification in the sport.

 

​As a dedicated long-distance coach, Youssef brings a wealth of experience that spans the entire running spectrum. His coaching philosophy is rooted in the belief that every athlete, regardless of their starting point, deserves elite-level insights. He has successfully guided runners through every milestone.

Mohammed Laghrissi
Long-Distance, Rehabilitation & Fitness Coach

A certified World Athletics coach with over four years of experience in the UAE, specializing in performance enhancement, injury recovery, and sustainable fitness. Currently serves as a coach within the UAE Army PG, leveraging a holistic approach that integrates running expertise, strength conditioning, and nutritional strategy. Committed to delivering measurable, lasting results for athletes and fitness enthusiasts.

 

Expertise: Long-Distance Running | Athletic Rehabilitation | Fitness Programming | Performance Nutrition | Strength & Conditioning

Salah-Eddine Hilal
Customer Certified Fitness & Running Coach

​I am a dedicated professional fitness and running coach, holding a specialized diploma in Fitness and Distance Running. With a deep passion for athletics, I specialize in coaching runners across all distances from sprints to marathons. My mission is to combine science-based training with personalized coaching to help athletes of all levels reach their peak performance and lead a healthier lifestyle.

YOUSSEF EL KAMILI
Coach

Former professional football player and experienced coach with a strong commitment to athlete development and team performance.
Holder of multiple certifications in ( Fitness, Strength and Conditioning, and Running Performance…)
with over 15 years of expertise in physical conditioning, speed and endurance development, tactical integration, and injury prevention.