Richard Walters is the academy athletic performance coach for Bristol Bears Rugby working across the senior academy and senior team. Previously Richard has held positions within numerous organisations such as England Rugby, the Crusaders adn the Brisbane Broncos. He is certified under the UKSCA and is a Certified Nutrition Coach with the NASM. Richard completred both his BSc and MSc at Cardiff Metropolitan University . His undergraduate studies were in Strength, Conditioning, Rehabilitation and Massage, whilst his postgraduate studies were in Strength and Conditioning.