ABOUT
Our Philosophy
At Endeavour Collective, we believe that athleticism is the cornerstone of health, performance, and longevity. Fitness is not about quick fixes or shortcuts; it’s about purposeful, intentional, long-term effort. Our approach isn’t about burning the most calories in 60 minutes—it’s about walking out of the gym better than the version of yourself that walked in.
By focusing on consistent effort and meaningful work, we help our members realise their physical potential and become more resilient, determined, and disciplined. No one ever regretted being too athletic or too strong. Strength is never a weakness, and weakness is never a strength.
Our Ethos
Endeavour Collective is built on the belief that the fun of training is found in accomplishing the challenge. We develop key athletic qualities—strength, endurance, power, and speed—to enable our members to excel both inside and outside the gym. Unlike other gyms, we don’t just focus on how much you lift; we measure success by what your athleticism allows you to do outside the gym walls. Athleticism is a lifelong pursuit, and we aim to sharpen the blade with every session. Steel sharpens steel, and our community thrives on mutual support, accountability, and shared goals. We believe in striving to be more athletic, not because it’s easy, but because it’s hard.
Our Mission
Our mission is to create an environment that facilitates the long-term athletic development of our community. We aim to empower performance-focused individuals by challenging and supporting them to become their best selves. Through high-quality training, expert nutritional support, and access to injury rehab, we provide the tools needed to achieve meaningful progress. We also build partnerships with local sports clubs and groups, offering opportunities for our members to express their athletic potential in diverse and exciting ways that reinforce their abilities. Our community celebrates effort above all, proving that strength, resilience, and athleticism are universal qualities worth striving for. We believe being athletic doesn’t just have to be for elite sportspeople but for everyone.
How We Execute Our Mission
Structured Training Programmes
We prioritize developing primary athletic qualities—strength, speed, power, and endurance—through concurrent, progressive, purposeful programming.
Expert Coaching
Our experienced coaches guide members with a goal-oriented approach to training, ensuring every session is purposeful, fun, and safe.
Collaborative Partnerships
We work with multidisciplinary experts, from physiotherapists to nutritionists, to enhance our holistic approach to training and recovery.
Youth Development
Our Youth Athlete Development Programme introduces young people to training fundamentals, building confidence and physical literacy.
Community Engagement
We host events and challenges that allow members to apply their training, foster camaraderie, and push their limits in meaningful ways. We also facilitate partnerships with local sports clubs and organizations to create opportunities for our members to challenge and express their athletic potential.
Post-Natal and Injury Rehab Classes
We offer specialised classes to support post-natal recovery and injury rehabilitation. These programmes are tailored to help individuals rebuild strength, restore function, and regain confidence in a safe and supportive environment.
Founded by
Harry Short
Harry, is a dedicated strength and conditioning coach with a wealth of experience in injury rehabilitation, sports performance, and athletic development. A former semi-professional rugby player, Harry has spent the past decade working with athletes across a broad spectrum of ages and sports, ranging from aspiring youth competitors to seasoned individuals who still want to get the most out of life.
Harry approaches every individual he coaches as an athlete, tailoring his methods to elevate their performance, no matter their goals. As the founder of Endeavour Collective, Harry aims to bring these same principles and beliefs to the community it seeks to serve, fostering a shared commitment to athleticism and personal growth. Whether it’s earning selection for a representative rugby team, completing a first marathon, or simply maintaining the ability to climb stairs independently at 90 years old, the mission remains the same: challenge, improve, perform.
Driven by the belief that athleticism is a lifelong pursuit, Harry is committed to fostering resilience, strength, and capability in all his clients. His passion lies in unlocking potential and helping people achieve more than they thought possible, both inside and outside the gym.