Bradley Scanes

Bradley Scanes is a high-performance coach and physiotherapist known for his dynamic approach to elite sport and human performance. As a speaker, he brings a rare blend of science, practical experience, and high-level insight, having worked at the pinnacle of global sport. His talks are engaging, grounded in real-world examples, and tailored to inspire both sporting professionals and business audiences alike. Bradley’s ability to connect with people and translate elite performance principles into relatable lessons makes him a sought-after voice in conferences, corporate leadership events, and performance summits.

Beginning his career in the NHS, Bradley quickly set himself apart through his ambition and drive to work with elite athletes. He gained early experience in professional football and basketball before earning a Master’s in Sport and Exercise Science from Loughborough University. This academic foundation, combined with years of hands-on experience, positioned him to transition into high-performance roles across Olympic and professional sport. His breakthrough came through his work with British Gymnastics, where he supported world-class athletes, including double Olympic champion Max Whitlock, laying the groundwork for his philosophy on training, injury prevention, and mindset.

In recent years, Bradley has established himself as one of the leading performance professionals in motorsport. He is currently the Human Performance Consultant and Physiotherapist for Red Bull Racing, working directly with three-time Formula 1 World Champion Max Verstappen. He also founded Elite Formula PT, a specialist training and rehab platform for elite athletes and aspiring professionals. Beyond his clinical and coaching work, Bradley created the Complete Sports Practitioner mentorship programme and developed the Formula 1 Series Course to help guide and educate the next generation of sports therapists. He also co-hosts the Elite Formula PT Podcast, where he shares cutting-edge insights from the world of high performance.

Bradley is hired to speak because of his unmatched ability to bring high-pressure sporting environments to life. His experience inside Formula 1, Olympic sport, and elite rehab settings gives him a unique lens on performance, resilience, and leadership. Whether speaking to athletes, executives, or practitioners, he leaves audiences with practical tools and lasting inspiration to improve how they think, perform, and lead.