Forward Coaching

Our Story Forward Coaching is an Antwerp-based sports coaching and performance center built around the philosophy that improvement is a lifestyle. Operating under the legal names Jeroen Dingemans Coaching bv and JST Forward bv, the organization guides recreational and professional athletes toward long-term growth. Its mission centers on forward-looking progression, challenging individuals to push boundaries while balancing work and social life. The facility at Grotesteenweg 204 serves as an integrated hub, housing Forward Coaching, Forward GYM, Spirit Antwerpen, and FC Podologie. With VAT number BE 0762 826 014, the center combines structured training with ancillary health services under one roof. Programs & Trainings Sport Coaching, Individualized training programs designed to help athletes achieve unique goals across disciplines, with structured plans adapted to personal schedules. Running Coaching (Coaching lopen), Dedicated endurance coaching for runners seeking to improve technique, stamina, and race performance. Cycling Coaching (Coaching fietsen), Structured bike training programs aimed at building power, endurance, and cycling-specific fitness. Triathlon Coaching (Coaching triatlon), Multisport programming combining swimming, cycling, and running preparation for triathletes. Personal Training, One-on-one sessions tailored to individual objectives, fitness levels, and availability. Group Classes (Groepslessen), Collective training sessions offering motivation and structured workouts in a shared environment. Performance Services, A bundled suite of ancillary services including testing, strength training, and specialized guidance to accelerate safer, smarter progress. Lactate Testing for Running (Lactaattest lopen), Physiological performance testing to determine optimal training zones and track aerobic development for runners. Lactate Testing for Cycling (Lactaattest fietsen), Cycling-specific laboratory-style testing to map power zones and guide training intensity. Bikefitting, Professional bike fitting service to optimize riding position, ergonomics, and efficiency while reducing injury risk. Swimming (Zwemmen), Swim coaching and training sessions integrated into multisport or standalone aquatic fitness programs. Kinesitherapy (Kinesitherapie), Physical therapy and movement rehabilitation delivered on-site to support recovery and prevent injury. Sports Dietetics (Sportdiëtist), Nutrition counseling and dietary planning tailored to athletic performance and body composition goals. Podology (Podologie), Foot care and biomechanical assessment provided by FC Podologie to address gait issues and cycling or running mechanics. Corporate Services (Bedrijven), Workplace wellbeing and performance programs adapted for companies and organizations. Forward GYM, On-site gym facility providing strength and conditioning infrastructure to support coached and independent training. Nutrition & Wellbeing (Voeding / Wellbeing), Holistic lifestyle support covering dietary habits and overall wellness beyond pure training loads. Specialties Endurance sports: running, cycling, and triathlon Physiological performance testing and lactate profiling Professional bike fitting and cycling ergonomics Sports nutrition and clinical dietetics for athletes Physical therapy, rehabilitation, and injury prevention Podiatry and biomechanical foot analysis Personal and small-group athletic coaching Corporate wellbeing and workplace performance Multidisciplinary athlete health management Methods & Approach The Forward method is built on the principle that sustainable improvement requires a lifestyle shift rather than short-term effort. Coaches employ structured periodization and data-driven diagnostics, including lactate threshold testing for runners and cyclists, to individualize training loads. Bike fitting sessions optimize biomechanical alignment on the bicycle. The team operates through an integrated, multidisciplinary model where coaches, kinesitherapists, sports dietitians, and podiatrists collaborate within the same facility. This holistic ecosystem ensures that training, recovery, nutrition, and biomechanics are aligned to maximize performance potential safely. Who It's For Recreational athletes aiming to push personal limits while maintaining professional and social commitments. Professional athletes seeking structured, data-informed coaching and performance support. Runners, cyclists, and triathletes of all levels needing discipline-specific training plans. Individuals requiring personal training or group class environments. Athletes recovering from injury or needing preventive physical therapy. Active people seeking sports nutrition guidance or podiatric biomechanical assessment. Corporate teams and organizations investing in employee wellbeing and performance. Facilities & Practical Info All services are delivered from a single integrated location in Antwerp. The center includes the Forward GYM training floor alongside allied practices Spirit Antwerpen and FC Podologie, creating a full-service athletic campus. Formats include face-to-face coaching, testing, therapy, and gym-based training. No explicit online or remote coaching format is mentioned in the available corpus. Location Address: Grotesteenweg 204, 2018 Antwerpen, Belgium Hours: See website for schedule The "+" All-in-one athletic hub: coaching, gym, physiotherapy, podiatry, and nutrition under a single roof Science-backed performance testing with lactate profiling for running and cycling Professional bike fitting service integrated into endurance coaching pathways Multidisciplinary team approach ensuring cohesive management of training, recovery, and health Catering to both recreational enthusiasts and professional athletes with flexible scheduling