
My Forging Excellence Program
What is the Forging Excellence Program?
The Forging Excellence Program is a high-performance coaching system designed to elevate athletes to their fullest potential – physically, mentally, and professionally. Built on over 15 years of elite-level experience across professional rugby, GAA, and international sport, this program is tailored for athletes, coaches, and teams who want to go beyond talent and truly master the art of performance.
Led by Ged McNamara, renowned performance consultant and former Head of Athletic Performance at Munster Rugby and S&C Coach for Georgia Rugby, this program is a culmination of real-world strategies used at the highest level of sport.
What You Can Expect
Whether you’re an up-and-coming athlete, an elite competitor, or a coach looking to sharpen your edge, this program is customised to meet you where you are and take you where you want to go.
Program Features
- Ongoing Mentorship & Feedback – Regular check-ins to track progress and adapt plans.
- Individualised Performance Planning – Personal assessments and goal-focused roadmaps.
- Physical Development Coaching – Strength, speed, conditioning, recovery, and injury resilience.
- Game-Specific Preparation – Tailored performance solutions based on sport and position.
- Mental Resilience Training – Building habits and mindset strategies for high-pressure environments.
The Benefits
By joining the Forging Excellence Program, you will..
- Be part of a community of driven athletes and coaches pushing for the highest standards.
- Maximise your athletic performance and physical potential.
- Develop the tools and mindset needed to perform consistently under pressure.
- Gain clarity and structure in your training and preparation.
- Work with a coach who understands the demands of elite-level sport from firsthand experience.
Who is it for?
- Athletes looking to step up to the next level.
- GAA, rugby, and team sport players aiming for peak physical and mental performance.
- Coaches seeking to refine their knowledge, structure their programs, and lead better.
Meet Ged
With a passion for athletic performance and a commitment to excellence, I have dedicated my career to developing and implementing strategies that empower athletes to reach their peak potential.
My journey includes serving as the Head of Athletic Performance at Munster Rugby, where I was responsible for overseeing the physical development of elite players. Prior to this, I held the position of Lead Strength & Conditioning Coach for the Georgia Rugby National Team, contributing to their preparations for the Rugby World Cup…


